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New Factory Allows 3M Aerospace to Increase Production Capacity for Adhesives and Coatings

The 3M Aerospace and Aircraft Maintenance Department announced its intent to build an Aerospace-focused factory in Wroclaw, Poland. An addition to its sister factory in Springfield, Mo., the Poland facility will signific...

22 May 2008

LayTec's Curvature Sensor Gaining Popularity with GaN LED Manufacturers

The wafer curvature sensor EpiCurve® TT, which is already LayTec‘s bestseller among GaN LED manufacturers worldwide,
is gaining more and more recognition at European research institutions, as well. Recently, three EpiCurve® TT sensors were sold for MOCVD systems in Europe.

From Laytec - in-situ Monitoring Sensors for Thin-Film Applications 22 May 2008

XRF Calibration Standards for Petrochemicals, Wear Metals and Oil Samples

PANalytical has introduced a series of new petrochemical standard sets for X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy that make reliable and accurate calibration a simple, convenient and cost effective procedure.

22 May 2008

GKN Aerospace Commence Assembly of Lynx Helicopters for Royal Navy and Army

On schedule this month, GKN Aerospace has commenced assembly of the AgustaWestland Future Lynx Airframe at the Company's Yeovil, UK facility. Frank Bamford Vice President of Business Development and Strategy comme...

22 May 2008

New Device Extands the Life of Razor Blades

A consumer's cost for a clean shave has jumped dramatically as steel prices have increased more than 60% over the past three years. In response, BB&L Innovations, LLC has brought to market the RazorPro®, a device proven to significantly extend the life of individual blades and cartridges.

22 May 2008

PolyOne Strengthens Product Range with Addition of GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers

PolyOne Corporation, a leading global provider of specialized polymer materials, services, and solutions, today announced the availability of select GLS specialty thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) through the company&rsquo...

21 May 2008

BASF to Promote Chemical Intermediates, Catalysts and Inorganics Portfolio at German Tradeshow

BASF will present its chemical intermediates, catalysts and inorganics portfolio at the “ChemSpec” trade show in Munich, Germany, on June 18 and 19. The focus of booth 4127 will be in innovative solutions for...

21 May 2008

New Protective Suit Materials for HAZMAT Teams and Fire Fighters

DuPont has launched DuPont™ Tychem® BR garment, certified to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1994 Class 2, 2007 edition standard. The new DuPont™ Tychem® garment is lighter weight and less cumbersome than a traditional fully encapsulated suit.

21 May 2008

Aluminium Manufacturer Alcoa Rewarded for Excellent Safety Record

Alcoa announced today that it was the recipient of the International Aluminium Institute’s award for Best Safety Performance in the Worldwide Aluminum Industry for 2007 during the organization’s Annual General Meeting in Cape Town, South Africa, last week.

21 May 2008

Air Products to Build New Air Separation Unit for US Steel

Air Products today announced the signing of a new long-term supply contract between its subsidiary, Air Products Canada, Ltd., and U. S. Steel Canada, Inc., in Nanticoke, Ontario, Canada. In conjunction with this new agr...

21 May 2008

New Study Likens Carbon Nanotubes to Asbestos

A major study published today in Nature Nanotechnology suggests some forms of carbon nanotubes -- a poster child for the "nanotechnology revolution" -- could be as harmful as asbestos if inhaled in sufficient q...

21 May 2008

Applied Materials Devises Innovative Card Game to Teach Children about Sustainability

Applied Materials have launched of its Bright Future™ card game, an innovative tool for teaching sustainability and environmental concepts to children in a fun and flexible way. Intended for ages nine and up, the card game provides an interactive and easy-to-use aid for teachers across the United States to help students better understand how their actions can affect the planet.

21 May 2008