Eastman Chemical CompanyFascinatio Boulevard 602-614
Capelle a/d IJssel
NL-2909 VA Netherlands
[t] +31 10 240 22 06
[f] +31 10 240 21 00
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Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN), headquartered in Kingsport, Tenn., manufactures and markets chemicals, fibers and plastics worldwide. The company employs approximately 12,000 people and had 2003 sales of US$5.8 billion. |
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Brazilian cosmetic maker Natura has selected Eastman's Glass Polymer copolyester for its new ‘Due’ perfume packaging. Natura has launched Due in both a women's and men's version. Each uses The Glass Polymer copolyester as a major package component. |
09 December 2004 |
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At Medical Device Manufacturers 2005 West, which is being held in Anaheim, California, USA, on 10-12 January 2005, Eastman Chemical Co will demonstrate that its expertise in speciality plastics is the clear choice for medical device designers. |
09 December 2004 |
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A staple industrial cleaner and solvent for coatings, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is currently in short supply, according to industry analysts. To help meet market demand for MEK replacements Eastman Chemical Co is offering (methyl propyl ketone) MPK, its low-density, non-HAP solvent for coatings and industrial cleaning and surface preparation applications.
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23 November 2004 |
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Qilu Eastman Specialty Chemical Ltd (QESCL) has begun operations in Zibo, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China. QESCL is a joint venture between Sinopec Qilu Petrochemical Co and Eastman Chemical Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Eastman Chemical Co.
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22 November 2004 |
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Plastohm Group's Packaging Division has selected Eastman Chemical Co's Glass Polymer for a new, high-end, thick-walled bottle designed to appeal to the senses of the user and set to complete its range of bottles for beauty applications. |
11 November 2004 |
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The Chinese Government has awarded Eastman Chemical Co the certificate on Environmental Labeling Type II for Texanol ester alcohol and TXIB plasticizer. |
10 November 2004 |
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Cosmetics bottles that have glass-like clarity, and colour, have been developed by a company in Germany using a material from Eastman Chemical Co. |
04 November 2004 |
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As part of its ‘Material Difference Programme’ Eastman is offering cellulosic plastic samples that encapsulated fragrances. |
02 November 2004 |
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Eastman announces EB062 as new addition to the glass polymer portfolio for cosmetic, personal care packaging |
20 October 2004 |
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Plastohm relies on The Glass Polymer from Eastman Chemical Company to complete its range of high-end packaging solutions for the beauty and healthcare markets: Senso Intense. |
20 October 2004 |
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At Luxepack, Eastman Specialty Plastics has launched its new Apothecary Colour Series of plastic bottles. |
20 October 2004 |
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Following the success of the Alexander McQueen application launched in 2003, the Glass Polymer from Eastman Specialty Plastics is used for co-extrusion blow molding of thick walled containers. The co-extrusion blow-molding process is used to form multi-layer containers with performance attributes that cannot be obtained with a single layer. |
20 October 2004 |
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Eastman Chemical Company’s new Web microsite, www.ClearHandleware.com, provides insight into the innovative design possibilities of Eastar plastics for handleware and other custom containers for foods, beverages and other consumer packaged goods. |
08 October 2004 |
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The Osmose City Car featutres body components made from three single piece polyester mouldings. |
07 October 2004 |
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“Microvoided” copolyester shrink-label resin increases label yields up to 40% compared to current Embrace High Shrink resin |
26 September 2004 |
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Due to inherent properties such as material toughness, aesthetic beauty and chemical resistance, The Glass Polymer from Eastman was the choice packaging material for Schwarzkopf & Henkel’s new premium hair care brand, SEAH Hairspa. |
08 September 2004 |
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Novamont SpA and Eastman Chemical Company have announced the sale of Eastman’s Eastar Bio copolyester business and technology platform to Novamont, a producer of biodegradable materials. Terms of the sale were not disclosed.
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08 September 2004 |
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New product design and manufacturing company, ‘Bright’, will be helping to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the 100% Design Exhibition in the UK by erecting some of their new origami style, flat-pack, geodesic buildings’ made from Spectar sheet inside Earls Court as key features at this year’s event. |
30 August 2004 |
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The Swiss Spice salt and pepper shaker, made from Eastman Specialty Plastics’
high-strength, ultra-clear Eastar Copolyester resin, keeps condiments secure in all outdoor conditions. |
11 August 2004 |
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At Emballage (November 22-26, 2004), Eastman Specialty Plastics will demonstrate how its product range brings added benefits to design and creative marketing professionals in the packaging market – ranging from luxury packaging to shrink sleeves, device packaging and fluid packaging.
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22 July 2004 |
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To produce his Giro chair, Brazilian designer Lars Diederichsen took sheets of Spectar copolyester, cutting and forming them into an anatomically-pleasing shape. He then attached the resulting plastic shell to a metal base with four screws. |
18 July 2004 |
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At ComPaMED (Düsseldorf, November 24-26, 2004), Eastman Specialty Plastics will demonstrate how its product range brings added benefits to producers of medical devices and medical packaging. |
13 July 2004 |
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G. Candiani of Italy has selected the Glass Polymer from Eastman Chemical to help produce the bottle for Just Cavalli, a new Roberto Cavalli fragrance. The transparent bottle is made up from different fully integrated parts: a glass core, a resin shoulder and a protective housing made from Eastar AN014 copolyester. |
07 July 2004 |
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Durastar copolyester from Eastman Specialty Plastics has been selected for the production of the Pro Active Chair, a new office chair produced by ICF Company (Vignate – Milan – Italy) in conjunction with designer Christophe Marchand. This design was recently awarded as “Most Innovative Product” at the NeoCon Chicago 2003/USA, the major furniture exhibition in North America. |
24 June 2004 |
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French beauty salon brand Matis opted for a vessel made from Eastman Specialty Plastics’ super-transparent copolyester resin, Glass Polymer, to convey the superior qualities of its new luxury range of face creams.
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08 June 2004 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has launched The Eastman Innovation Lab - a web site that sets out to inspire and support designers in their quest for innovation and product optimisation. |
07 May 2004 |
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Leading surgical instrument maker, Linvatec reverse engineered a package design that reduced material costs by about 16%, and increased manufacturing capacity by approximately 15%. |
22 April 2004 |
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A container made from Eastman Chemical Company’s Glass Polymer copolyester resin was the first choice for ‘Kingdom’, the latest toiletry product under the Alexander McQueen designer label, thanks to the material’s crystal-clear properties and high resistance to breakage.
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31 March 2004 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has launched the Eastman Innovation Lab, a web site for the Design community and a first step toward realizing Eastman’s vision of becoming an innovative partner for designers and brand owners. |
31 March 2004 |
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Following consultations with the union and the employees at its Hartlepool, England site, Eastman has decided to close that site and consolidate production to other facilities. |
30 March 2004 |
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On the Parlux Ocean Pacific cologne package, a textured inner glass vessel, which holds the fragrance, is encapsulated within an outer Glass Polymer sleeve. An azure blue liquid flows between the inner vessel and outer Glass Polymer sleeve to create the wave effect. |
11 March 2004 |
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Leading medical device manufacturer Safety Syringes, Inc., delivers a safer easy-to-use anti-needlestick device using a combination of winning materials that enhance the form and function of this innovative product line. |
09 March 2004 |
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In an extension of its successful SurePath medical tubing line, Tekni-Plex’s Natvar Division discovered a phthalate-free alternative that provides the same manufacturability, performance criteria and aesthetic requirements as PVC. |
09 March 2004 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has launched ClearlyMedical.com, a website dedicated to plastic solutions for the medical device industry. |
08 March 2004 |
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Quality lab ware manufacturer, Nalge Nunc International, has found a way to reduce product and overall system costs in their latest line of disposable flasks. |
08 March 2004 |
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Fibre-Metal face shields go beyond the impact resistance of ordinary face shields to include zero optical distortion, which prevents accidents resulting from poor visual perception. |
03 March 2004 |
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An unmissable addition to the skyline over Capelle aan den IJssel, near Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is the bright red neon corporate sign on the new regional headquarters of specialty chemicals suppliers Eastman Chemical Company. |
06 February 2004 |
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Glass Polymer looks and feels like glass and it offers differentiation on the shop shelf because of its extended design possibilities. |
22 January 2004 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has sold its Accurate Dispersions’ colourants product lines and related assets to The Sherwin-Williams Company. |
04 December 2003 |
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The US Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands dedicates Eastman’s Regional Headquarters Europe, Middle East and Africa managed and supported from new site
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25 November 2003 |
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New Eastman headquarters signage made from Eastman specialty plastic
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25 November 2003 |
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Eastman Specialty Plastics has announced the appointment of Vincent Gugumus to the newly created post of Marketing Manager Cosmetics for Eastman Specialty Plastics in Europe. This appointment is effective immediately. |
20 November 2003 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has entered into an agreement with Johnson Matthey Catalysts to collaborate on the marketing of Eastman’s proprietary BoPhoz chiral ligands. The arrangement enables both companies to promote and supply BoPhoz ligands throughout all segments of the chemical industry.
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03 November 2003 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has announced two executive appointments. Richard A. Lorraine has been named senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective Dec. 1. Lorraine succeeds James P. Rogers, who will become executive vice president and president of the company’s Eastman Division.
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03 November 2003 |
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Weighing its options for a cost-effective polycarbonate alternative, a leading US manufacturer of professional quality bathroom scales found more savings than they bargained for. |
23 October 2003 |
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Women prefer cosmetics in durable plastics with the appearance of glass, according to a nationwide survey conducted by Eastman Chemical Company. |
23 October 2003 |
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Orthopaedic implant manufacturer, Exactech, found the perfect package design and material to deliver a sterile, user-friendly container for porous coated medical implants. |
23 October 2003 |
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Spectar copolyester, distributed in sheet form by specialist supplier Silwood Plastics Ltd. (London, UK), is being albot Design to add realism to the Ice Palace of the blockbuster hit “Die Another Day”.
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22 October 2003 |
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Against all practical moulding theory, Merle Norman Cosmetics found the successful blend of processing technique and innovative material for their new upscale Luxiva brand liquid foundation bottle. |
22 October 2003 |
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Penatia has discovered the perfect material for designing a crystal clear gel pen that has lots of kid appeal plus safety and durability. |
22 October 2003 |
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Using Eastman’s Eastar copolyester GN046, Arrow Plastic Manufacturing Company pioneered a tough beverage container that’s as clear as glass and holds up to continual reuse. |
22 October 2003 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has announced steps to improve profitability by addressing under-performing businesses and product lines in one of its major segments.
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21 August 2003 |
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The difference in acid value between two resins in a blend can serve as a very reliable gloss determinating property. |
06 August 2003 |
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Eastman Company UK has reached agreement with employees at its Bury, England, site to close the facility. |
29 April 2003 |
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World renowned product and furniture designer Tom Dixon has introduced “the Screen”, a multi-functional divider for use in offices and workspaces. |
05 November 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has signed an agreement with Geocell Systems, Inc., to be the exclusive supplier of copolyester materials used in Geocell’s Rapid Deployment Flood Wall (RDFW) grid. |
18 October 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has completed a multi-million dollar expansion at its Sokolov facility in the Czech Republic to meet customer demand for acrylic and styrene acrylic emulsions. |
19 August 2002 |
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Lancome of Paris, part of the L’Oreal Group has developed fresh new packaging for its Tonique Confort and Tonique Clarte lotions. |
11 July 2002 |
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When Mexico’s Calza Garver looked to enter the fashion footwear market with a clear shoe product, they knew they needed to avoid the breakage issues experienced with the soles of earlier entries. |
09 July 2002 |
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Sanford Argentina, the Latin America manufacturer of Waterman, Parker and PaperMate pens, has devised a clever means of thwarting any attempt to steal Parker pens without attracting the immediate attention of store security. |
08 July 2002 |
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Parts moulded with Eastman Chemical Company’s DuraStar polymer really are cool because they land in some of the most innovative under-the-counter refrigeration and ice-making units. |
19 June 2002 |
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Following the successful use of Eastman Chemical Company’s Eastar copolyester in the packaging for the first version of Rush fragrance by Gucci, the material was again specified for the startling pink transparent housing for the new Rush 2.
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17 June 2002 |
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The innovative packaging that characterizes personal care products by Giorgio
Armani, is beautifully illustrated in the new Mania perfume packs designed and distributed for Armani by French company Prestige et Collection ( part of the L’Oreal group).
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03 May 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical has introduced a new material designed specifically to meet the needs of the shrink film market: Embrace copolyester is a resin that provides maximum design freedom and maximum shelf appeal for the packaging designer due to its ability to produce attractive graphics and a label that can fit to high contour containers. |
03 May 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical's range of products to support the packaging industry has grown in terms of new products and gained further market acceptance through a number of highly successful applications.
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03 May 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has announced the introduction of Eastar Bio Ultra copolyester, a new entry in its line of Eastar Bio biodegradable resins. |
24 April 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical Company announced another step in its continuing strategy to improve capacity utilisation by consolidating manufacturing operations.
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12 April 2002 |
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On 1 March 2002, Eastman Chemical BV announced a new cooperation with the Company Resinex - Campi y Jove, Barcelona, for the distribution of Eastman Specialty Plastics in the Iberic Peninsula.
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11 April 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical Company produces literally hundreds of specialty products that are used as key ingredients for paints and coatings in architectural, automotive, plastics, furniture and appliances applications around the world.
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27 February 2002 |
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Eastman Chemical Company has reached agreement with the Works Council of Eastman Chemical Jaeger GmbH & Co. KG to close its manufacturing site in Düsseldorf, Germany. |
20 December 2001 |
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