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Porous Carbon Fiber Research One Step Closer to Use in Automotive Industry

An update on recently reported research on porous carbon fibersshows how this material can be used in an industrial setting, marking an important step from the theoretical to application.

21 Feb 2019

Hanwha Commemorates Award-Winning New Technology with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Hanwha, formerly Samsung C&T Automation, commemorated the induction of the HM520, the first Hanwha machine to be built from the ground up under the company’s new name, at a ribbon cutting ceremony which took place Tuesday, January 29 at the IPC APEX Expo in San Diego, CA.

From Hanwha Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. 21 Feb 2019

Kebony Partners with Brunel University London to Launch Product Design Competition

Kebony, a leader in the production of sustainable modified woods, today announces a design competition with Brunel University London in which 140 students will have the opportunity to work with Kebony wood to create a design object.

From Kebony 21 Feb 2019

Research on Lateral Alternating Multilayered Junction for Organic Solar Cell

After the discovery of bulk heterojunction (blended junction) by a group of researchers in the year 1991, there has been a steady increase in the conversion efficiency of organic solar cells.

20 Feb 2019

Study of New Chiral Compound Offers Better Understanding of Structural Order in Soft Materials

The study of the crystalline structures of organic materials has led to great progress not only in the scientific understanding of the material world but also in technology.

20 Feb 2019

Fire Resistance of Concrete Can Be Enhanced by Adding Fibers from Old Tires

Scientists from the University of Sheffield have developed and successfully tested a new way of protecting concrete from fire damage using materials recycled from used tires.

20 Feb 2019

Porous Carbon Fibers Exhibit Potential for Use in Industrial Settings

According to an update on a newly reported study on porous carbon fibers, these materials can possibly be employed in an industrial environment, representing a significant step from the theoretical to the application phase.

20 Feb 2019

PAC’s Headquarters are now ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accredited for Calibration and Testing

PAC is pleased to announce that its headquarters facility located in Houston, Texas has been approved for ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation from the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board for: manufacturing testing and cal...

From PAC L.P. 20 Feb 2019

Halton to Deliver Design Hoods for a New Luxury Cruise Ship

Halton will expand its supply of indoor air solutions from cruise ship cabins and galleys to special solutions for ship restaurants. The company will supply a total of 31 made-to-order custom-designed energy efficient hoods – a first of its kind on the market.

From Halton OY 19 Feb 2019

ClassOne's John Ghekiere to Speak on Advanced Plating Processes at Compound Semiconductor International Conference

ClassOne Technology, global supplier of wet processing equipment for ≤200mm semiconductor manufacturing, announced that its Senior Applications Manager, John Ghekiere, will be speaking on advanced electroplating at the CS International Conference in Brussels, Belgium, March 26-27.

From ClassOne Technology, Inc. 19 Feb 2019

NSK Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage sector has been a long-held area of focus for NSK, which is one the world’s largest manufacturers of rolling bearings. Specific to this industry, NSK rolling bearings feature highly relevant design attributes such as rustproof materials, sealed construction and lifelong lubricants that are compatible with foodstuffs.

From NSK Europe Ltd. 19 Feb 2019

World Leading Interface Expert Michelman Counts on Textechno´S FIMATEST for Cost-Efficient and Customized Sizing Development for Composite Materials

Michelman, a global developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly advanced materials, including sizing for glass and carbon fiber, has invested in the FIMATEST adhesion measurement system to ensure their sizing solutions continue to contribute to enhanced performance of composite parts.

From Michelman Inc 19 Feb 2019