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Michelman Introduces Unyte™ Brand of Surface Modifiers for Technical Textiles at JEC World 2019

Michelman is excited to introduce its new family of Unyte surface modifiers formulated specifically for manufacturers of technical textiles and pre-preg fabrics.

From Michelman Inc 1 Mar 2019

KRAIBURG TPE Provides Thermoplastic Elastomers with a Pleasant Feel for Nonslip Protective Frames for Devices

Circutor SA, based in Spain, has chosen to use a compound of the THERMOLAST® K family for the outer cover of its new MYeBOX® power analyzers.

From KRAIBURG TPE GmbH & Co. KG 1 Mar 2019

Dust Extraction Specialist Set to Exhibit at Safety & Health Expo 2019

Dustcontrol UK is set to exhibit its range of construction equipment at the eagerly anticipated Safety & Health Expo 2019.

From Dustcontrol 1 Mar 2019

Researchers Use Different Mineral Forms of Titanium Oxide to Improve the Efficiency of Perovskite-Type Solar Cells

Scientists have discovered a new way to improve the efficiency of perovskite-type solar cells by layering different mineral forms of titanium oxide over one another. This technique improved the efficiency of these solar cells by one-sixth.

1 Mar 2019

Scientists Observe Reaction of Silicate Glass Exposed to Aqueous Solutions in Real Time

Silicate glass is used in numerous applications, including as a nuclear waste form to restrain radioactive elements from spent fuel.

1 Mar 2019

Olympus Launches New Industrial Research Chair at Quebec Engineering School

Olympus is proud to announce the launch of the Olympus Industrial Research Chair on Ultrasonic Nondestructive Testing with the Quebec engineering school, École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS).

From Evident Corporation - NDT 1 Mar 2019

Indium Corporation Launches InFORMS® ESM02 for Die-Level Bonding

Indium Corporation has launched InFORMS® ESM02, a reinforced matrixed solder composite specifically designed to produce consistent bondline thickness for die-level attach applications.

1 Mar 2019

An Introduction to Uniaxial Testing: Learn How to Test Powders Reliably and Cost-Effectively

In a new online presentation Tim Freeman, Managing Director, Freeman Technology, introduces uniaxial powder testing; explaining the measurement methodology and presenting example data.

From Freeman Technology 28 Feb 2019

EPFL Chemists Develop New Iron-Nickel Oxide Catalyst for Water Splitting

EPFL chemists have produced a new iron-nickel oxide catalyst for water splitting. Water splitting is the reaction through which hydrogen fuel is produced.

28 Feb 2019

UBE to Present Polycarbonate-based PU Prepolymers at UTECH Las Americas 2019

Polyurethane parts have become more and more sophisticated to meet the requirements of today's market.

From UBE Group 28 Feb 2019

Renolit Develops Recyclable Glass Fiber Composite for Automotive Interior Applications

German plastic films manufacturer Renolit has developed a 100% recyclable glass fibre reinforced polypropylene for applications in automotive interiors. Renolit Tecnogor is a “safe and clean” next-generation composite material which can be used for the production of parcel shelves, load floors, seat back covers and trunk trims.

From RENOLIT AG 28 Feb 2019

Teknor Apex's New Flexible PVC Grades with Enhanced Adhesion to Rigid PVC

As per Teknor Apex, a new series of flexible PVC compounds for co-extruded profiles forms strong bonds with rigid vinyl substrates, yielding durable seal components for building and construction applications along with the possibility of eliminating the pre-drying step before extrusion.

From Teknor Apex 28 Feb 2019

High-Temperature-Resistant Encapsulant for Electronic Components

DELO has developed an encapsulant with very high resistance to media and temperature. Thanks to an optimized curing time, DELO MONOPOX GE6515 also accelerates production processes. The product is particularly well suited for encapsulating electronic components in automotive applications.

From DELO Industrial Adhesives 28 Feb 2019

Basler Exhibits at the Automate Show 2019

Camera manufacturer Basler will exhibit at the Automate Show in Chicago from April 8–11, 2019. Basler will give general information about the CoaxPress 2.0 standard that will be released in June 2019.

From Basler AG 28 Feb 2019

Harper Enhances Commercial Scale Thermal Processing Capabilities for Carbon Fiber Production

As a world leader in Carbon Fiber Equipment and Full Line Systems, Harper International continues to lead the pack with new innovations. Our High-Temperature (HT) furnace systems for fiber manufacturing incorporate numerous enhancements to the entrance throat section, including on-line cleaning capabilities.

From Harper International 28 Feb 2019