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| Araldite® eliminates failure in elevator doors |
30 September 2001 - Huntsman Araldite
Memco is the world’s leading supplier of the infra-red “curtains” used in the
elevator industry to prevent the doors from closing, if a light beam is broken. |
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| Counter Culture |
28 September 2001 - Autotype International
After building a reputation for quality of service, John Wood, Managing Director of Rudd Macnamara, wanted a new, progressive and creative company image. To do this, the company employed Autotype’s hard-coated, polyester Autoflex EBG film. The results were remarkable. |
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| BOC Edwards develops unique ultra high purity ammonia gas production system |
28 September 2001 - BOC Gases
BOC Edwards today announced that it has completed the design of a novel ultra-high purity ammonia gas production system utilizing a low grade liquid ammonia feedstock. The system is capable of annually producing up to150 tons of Grade 6.0+ liquid ammonia with a moisture content of less than 0.3ppm. High purity ammonia gas has applications in the semiconductor, LED, and flat panel display markets where low levels of metallic impurities and moisture are required for processing. |
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| Investigational drug makes earlier hospital discharge possible following surgery |
27 September 2001 - Washington University in St Louis
A team of researchers, led by anesthesiologists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has found that an investigational drug helps patients recover bowel function more quickly after abdominal surgery, leading to less post-operative illness and quicker discharge from the hospital. |
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| Virtual lung models every breath you take, and its impact |
27 September 2001 - DOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
A virtual lung model developed at the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory may help predict the impact of pollutants on respiratory systems and provide new insights into asthma, a condition afflicting 15 million American adults, as well as other pulmonary diseases. |
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| Breakthrough diagnostic process detects cancer's ability to metastasize |
27 September 2001 - University of Texas at Austin
Motivated by the cancer deaths of several friends and family members, a University of Texas at Austin scientist has developed technology to help doctors detect cancer and determine whether cancer cells are capable of spreading to other parts of the body. |
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| Miniature Pyramids, The production and characterisation of semiconductor nanostructures |
27 September 2001 - Austrian Science Fund (FWF)
Electronic components, such as transistors on computer chips, are increasingly becoming smaller, while their performance capabilities are growing. It is expected that the dimensions of such components will be in the nanometre range from as early as 2010. |
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| BARLO CAST acrylic sheet launched for visual communication and interior design application markets |
27 September 2001 - Quinn Plastics
To meet today’s contemporary trends Barlo Plastics Europe announced the launch of BARLO CAST ‘design’ to strengthen its position in the visual communication and interior design application markets. |
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| Sandvik reports success for Multishift bandsaw steel in the US
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27 September 2001 - Sandvik Materials Technology UK
Sandvik Steel is reporting success for its Multishift™ wood bandsaw steel in the US market through one of its key customers, Cut Technologies in Bellingham, Washington.
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| Vesterled opening with e-business solution for capacity booking
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27 September 2001 - Hydro Aluminium
On Monday, October 1, deliveries are ready to begin through the new Vesterled gas pipeline running between the Heimdal installation in the Norwegian offshore sector to the St. Fergus gas terminal in Scotland - via the Frigg pipeline system. |
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| Aluminium remelt plant in Commerce, Texas |
26 September 2001 - Hydro Aluminium
Norsk Hydro, the Norwegian oil and energy, light metals and plant nutrition group, has today announced that it will build its second state of the art aluminum recycling plant in the United States. |
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| Transatlantic success for BOC |
26 September 2001 - BOC Gases
A BOC employee has been recognised for his work in advancing heat treatment technology by receiving a prestigious American industry award. |
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| MIG/MAG welding machine ideal for light duty work |
26 September 2001 - ESAB Group
The new LKB 160 MIG/MAG semi automatic welding machine from ESAB is the ideal power source for light duty applications including craft and hobby work. The versatile power unit is designed for welding with solid filler wires, both carbon steel and stainless, as well as aluminium and flux cored wires, either with or without shielding gas. Powerful and reliable in operation, the ESAB LKB 160, with a welding current range of between 20 and 160 amps, offers economy with low operating costs for many applications. |
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| Dietary bioflavonoids cause DNA damage and may contribute to infant leukemia |
25 September 2001 - University of Chicago
Scientists from the University Medical Center have found molecular evidence that bioflavonoids, which are ordinarily considered quite beneficial, can cause breaks in DNA that may trigger the development of infant leukemias. |
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| BOC Edwards is First to Launch Vacuum e-commerce with Integrated Supply Chain |
24 September 2001 - BOC Gases
BOC Edwards, the world leading supplier of gas, chemical, vacuum and exhaust management solutions has launched a new e-commerce service for on-line purchasing of vacuum pumps, components and accessories. |
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| Sandvik receives major tube orders
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24 September 2001 - Sandvik Materials Technology UK
Sandvik Steel recently received several large orders within the strategic growth areas of special tubes for the fertilizer industry and advanced tubes for steam generators. |
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| Distrupol acquisition strengthens polymer distribution service in Ireland |
24 September 2001 - Distrupol
Distrupol continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading polymer distributors with the recent acquisition of Extrapol, the Irish distributor. The move, which provides a clear indication of the importance the company places on the market, extends Distrupol’s already strong presence in Ireland. |
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| HIV patients more likely to accept a drug Regimen if they trust in the physician |
24 September 2001 - Yale University
A study of HIV-infected prisoners shows that they are more likely to accept antiretroviral therapy if they have trust in the treatment, their physicians and in medical institutions, highlighting the important role that trust plays in HIV therapy, Yale researchers report. |
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| Bayer Plastics' New Polycarbonate-based Film Is 50X Smoother Than Traditional Matte Textures |
23 September 2001 - Bayer MaterialScience AG
Bayer Plastics' Film Business expands its line of polycarbonate films with the introduction of Makrofol DPF 5001. Makrofol DPF 5001's surface design includes a high gloss first surface and a proprietary micro-matte second surface (ca. 0.2 microns), which is 50X* smoother than traditional matte textures. |
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| T cells can halt development of skin cancer |
21 September 2001 - Yale University
In a study published in today's issue of Science, Yale researchers show that gamma-delta T cells, a special kind of white blood cell found in the skin, are critical in the defense against skin cancer development. |
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| Autotype launches new SIGMAGraF WS |
21 September 2001 - Autotype International
Reinforcing its reputation for delivering market driven technical innovations, Autotype International Ltd has introduced SIGMAGraF WS to its range of specialist films for the production of high-quality displays.
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| FLUENT and PLASMATOR are bundled to offer comprehensive plasma discharge modeling capabilities |
20 September 2001 - Fluent
Fluent Inc. and Kinema Research & Software, announce the release of FLUENT-PLASMATOR, a comprehensive plasma discharge modeling software for semiconductor manufacturing. Chemically reacting plasma discharges are an indispensable part of integrated circuit fabrication technology. By combining the strengths of the FLUENT and PLASMATOR programs, the bundled product provides the tools needed for reliable semiconductor manufacturing simulation. 'By partnering with Kinema we can offer the IC fabrication industry detailed insight into their plasma processes, such as plasma-enhanced CVD and plasma etching systems. Both semiconductor equipment manufacturers and chip makers will benefit,' explains Eric Grald, manager of Fluent's Materials Processing Industry Team. |
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| New ways of reducing salt intake needed to make a long-term impact on blood pressure |
19 September 2001 - University of Bristol
Research has revealed that reducing salt intake in people's diets only has a slight effect on reducing blood pressure in the long-term.The research, which was carried out by the University of Manchester and the MRC Health Services Research Unit at the University of Bristol, concludes that alternative ways of reducing salt intake are needed to achieve long-term reductions in blood pressure. |
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| New top managers for Hydro's oil business |
19 September 2001 - Hydro Aluminium
Norsk Hydro's oil and gas operations on the Norwegian continental shelf, which have grown considerably in recent years, take in operator tasks on 15 field installations producing a total of some 1.3 million barrels of oil daily. |
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| Bayer Corporation Introduces Two-Layer Construction (TLC) Process |
19 September 2001 - Bayer MaterialScience AG
Bayer Plastics' patented two-layer construction (TLC) is ideally suited for film insert molded parts with a wall thickness less than .080 inches. TLC bonds a second layer of film to the backside of a printed graphic. |
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| Forestry & environmental studies launches pioneering effort on forest certification |
18 September 2001 - Yale University
The School of Forestry & Environmental Studies has launched a groundbreaking program on forest management certification as part of the school's new Global Institute for Sustainable Forest Management. |
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| Distrupol names management team to lead its pan-Nordic distribution growth |
18 September 2001 - Distrupol
Distrupol has announced the senior management team that will lead the company’s Nordic operations through, and following, the consolidation of the Distrupol Nordic AB and MBS Plastics distribution businesses on 1 October this year. |
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| Honeywell successfully tests Enovate 3000 (HFC-245fa) |
18 September 2001 - Honeywell Specialty Materials Europe
Honeywell Fluorine Products has successfully conducted 'real environment' application of an Enovate 3000 (HFC-245fa) spray foam system. |
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| Zhangjiagang Orders Fourth Rod Mill from Morgan
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17 September 2001 - Morgan Construction Company
Zhangjiagang Shatai Steel Company, Ltd., in Jiangsu Province, the People's Republic of China, has ordered a high-speed rolling mill for its steel manufacturing facility from Morgan Construction Company. |
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| Pegasus II primed for parting shot |
17 September 2001 - DOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory
Scientists at the Department of Energy's Los Alamos National Laboratory are preparing to pull the plug on the powerful Pegasus II pulsed-power capacitor bank, but not before they get one final shot from their trusted war horse. |
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| Bayer's Global Power Coatings Intermediates Group to Exhibit at Coating 2001 Show in Orlando |
17 September 2001 - Bayer MaterialScience AG
Bayer, one of the world's largest suppliers of raw materials for the coatings and colorants market, will exhibit at the Coating 2001 Show, October 15-17, 2001 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fl. |
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| TSMC installs first ASML dual wafer stage TWINSCAN platform |
16 September 2001 - ASML Netherlands B.V.
ASML today announced the shipment of the first production unit of its new dual wafer stage TWINSCAN(tm) 300mm lithography system to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd., the world's largest dedicated semiconductor foundry. TSMC will install the TWINSCAN AT:750(tm) system at its 300mm Fab 12 in Hsinchu, Taiwan. TSMC is already using the TWINSCAN platform in production, having taken delivery of the first single stage version,TWINSCAN AT:700S(tm),last year. |
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| Large prototypes made possible with new patented technology from Materialise and DSM Somos® ProtoFunctional® resins |
15 September 2001 - DSM Somos
Belgian service bureau Materialise has recently unveiled its latest technological breakthrough for the rapid prototyping industry: a single-piece construction automotive dashboard with material properties similar to polypropylene. |
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| The winning formula for Audi at le Mans |
15 September 2001 - DSM Somos
Innovative technologies combined with ProtoFunctional® materials and prototyping services by Alphaform contribute to Audi Sport's winning formula for long distance automotive racing |
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| Business consolidation makes Distrupol leading polymer distributor in Nordic region |
14 September 2001 - Distrupol
On 1 October 2001 Vopak Chemical Distribution will consolidate its MBS Plastics business with Distrupol, the polymer distributor it acquired with its takeover of Ellis & Everard earlier this year. Under the name Distrupol AB, this rationalisation will bring together the sales and logistics operations of both companies to provide for greater efficiencies in serving customers’ needs, as well as more effective employment of resources. |
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| Bayer Plastics Now Manufactures Its Bayfol® CR Film In The United States |
14 September 2001 - Bayer MaterialScience AG
Bayer Plastics has added a production line at its Berlin, Conn., facility to manufacture Bayfol CR, an extruded film designed for printed overlays, nameplates and front panels in the telecommunications and hand-held electronics markets. |
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| New gantry system for welding automation |
14 September 2001 - ESAB Group
Increasing requirements for automation of the submerged arc welding process has led ESAB to introduce the MechTrac motor driven gantry system, which was launched at the Essen Fair. The gantry unit provides an extension to the range of automation systems already available for SAW applications, which includes powered roller beds and a variety of welding tractor units such as A2 Multitrac, A2 Weldtrac and A6 Mastertrac. |
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| BOC rolls out first-ever cryogenic impingement freezer to baking industry |
13 September 2001 - BOC Gases
BOC has developed a cryogenic impingement freezer that delivers the baking industry's highest freezing efficiency, along with significant improvements in the dehydration rate. The new cryogenic freezer was introduced to the industry this week at the International Baking Industry Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada. |
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| New metallocene-based VLDPE now available for food and industrial packaging |
13 September 2001 - ExxonMobil Chemical Co
ExxonMobil Chemical Company announced today it has commercialized Exceed 1012CA, a new metallocene-based, very low density polyethylene. Exceed 1012CA was developed to provide better properties than currently available with conventional Ziegler-Natta VLDPE and ultra low density polyethylene resins. |
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| Possible Iceland aluminium plant decision postponed |
12 September 2001 - Hydro Aluminium
The parties to the Declaration on the Noral Project, which describes intentions to build an aluminium plant and related power systems in the East of Iceland, have decided to postpone their final decision on the project from 1 February 2002 to 1 September 2002. |
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| New MIG/MAG torches from ESAB |
12 September 2001 - ESAB Group
A total of seven new MIG/MAG welding guns are available in the ESAB PSF 2100 range which is making its international exhibition debut at Essen. As well as five air cooled guns, with ratings from 160A to 410A, there are two heavy duty water cooled guns for applications demanding continuous current up to 440A using mixed gasses. Maximum rating rises to 500A with CO2. |
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| ESAB - your digital partner for welding and cutting |
12 September 2001 - ESAB Group
ESAB, the market leading manufacturer and supplier of arc welding and cutting equipment and consumables is launching a new look high-tech Internet site on 12th September 2001, on the opening day of the company's participation at Europes largest welding and cutting exhibition, Schweissen & Schneiden, in Essen, Germany. |
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| ESAB's VACPAC guarantees electrodes stay fresh and dry |
12 September 2001 - ESAB Group
To help welders to work more efficiently and comfortably, ESAB has developed the VacPac system which is featured on the company's stand at Schweissen & Schneiden. This ensures that the electrodes are always fresh and dry and avoids the risk of pores in the weld metal and hydrogen cracks. |
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| Fastrack to the Future |
11 September 2001 - Autotype International
The print industry has undergone many changes over the last fifty years, and Portwell Press has successfully adapted to all of them. To exploit recent demands for quicker turnarounds, the Faringdon-based printers has employed Autotype's newly launched OMEGA Fast polyester offset plate.
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| From embryo to placenta, gene transfer in primates a success |
10 September 2001 - University of Wisconsin-Madison
By successfully inserting a gene from a jellyfish into the fertilized eggs of rhesus monkeys, scientists have managed to make transgenic placentas, placentas where the inserted gene functions as it does in the jellyfish. |
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| Slight molecular tweak, and flu virus becomes a killer |
06 September 2001 - University of Wisconsin-Madison
By incorporating the slightest change in the arrangement of its molecules, the virus responsible for a brief but frightening influenza outbreak in Hong Kong several years ago can quickly morph from a relatively benign virus to a killer. |
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| Emotional intelligence may be good predictor of success in computing studies |
06 September 2001 - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
The emotional intelligence of students indirectly contributes to academic success in information technology studies, preliminary results from a study led by Virginia Tech researchers show. |
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| Cell communication findings may aid in molecular therapies for genetic diseases |
05 September 2001 - Case Western Reserve University
A study by two researchers at Case Western Reserve University's School of Medicine into the communication between the nucleus and cytoplasm of cells may aid in the development of molecular therapies for three genetic diseases. |
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| Autotype launches new Blue Line Adhesive |
05 September 2001 - Autotype International
Autotype International is launching a new 2-Part Screen Adhesive for its Blue Line range of screen making products. Designed for the effective bonding of screen printing meshes to frames, the launch is the culmination of two years of rigorous product testing and research. |
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| Autotype International helps set new standard in screen printing |
05 September 2001 - Autotype International
After ten years of research and development, a new ISO standard, ISO 12647, has been approved for four-colour screen printing. Instigated by the Screen Printing Association (SPA UK) and supported by other leading authorities in the printing industry, including Autotype International, the new standard is designed to provide a thorough assessment of production procedure.
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| Artwork can sharpen medical diagnostic skills |
04 September 2001 - Yale University
Four years after starting a tutorial designed to improve medical students' diagnostic and observational skills with artwork, Yale researchers have proven their theory in a new study published in the September 5 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. |
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| Researchers from Boston University discovered that parts of northern hemisphere have become much greener |
04 September 2001 - Boston University
Researchers from Boston University and NASA have recently discovered that parts of the northern hemisphere have become much greener and the growing season has increased over the past 21 years. By using satellite data in correlation with temperature data from thousands of meteorological stations on North America and Eurasia, the researchers have confirmed that plant life above 40 degrees north latitude, from New York to Madrid to Beijing, has been growing more vigorously since 1981 because of rising temperatures and a buildup of greenhouse gases. |
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| ABB supplied power transformers in record time to limit consequences of energy crisis in Brazil |
04 September 2001 - ABB Automation Technologies
ABB, supplied two extra high-voltage (765 kV) power transformers to the Brazilian Utility Furnas in record time. The period between the placing of the order and the delivery was just six months. |
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| Restricted activity in the elderly is common, yet many do not seek medical care |
03 September 2001 - Yale University
Restricted activity-staying in bed for at least half a day or cutting down on activities because of an illness or injury-affects about 76 percent of elderly people, yet many do not seek medical attention, Yale researchers report in a new study. |
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| New all-polypropylene vacuum cleaner is a milestone for Borealis |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
For the first time ever, a vacuum cleaner has been made solely out of polypropylene. For a long time PP has been used for interior components and structured external components of household products, but the spectrum of characteristics for aesthetically demanding products has made it inadequate for external components. Instead, Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene has been used. |
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| A new generation of Propylene Alpha Olefin copolymers for PP Cast Film |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Best optical properties are one of the most decisive factors for the success of PP castfilms as a packaging material. Continuous efforts to improve the optical window regarding transparency and surface gloss has led to the introduction of a new generation of C3/-olefin copolymers. |
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| RM7403/RM7405 for thick wall and underground tanks |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Borealis, the European leader in the supply of rotational moulding polymers, has developed a new grade in the Borecene range for thick walled and underground tanks. |
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| Fiat produce scratch-resistant dashboard made from new Borealis polypropylene |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
The newly developed, highly innovative grade, Daplen EE137AI, is 10% mineral-filled and also contains EPDM to ensure splinter-free behaviour. The grade shows excellent scratch performance and gives no visible white defects when scratched. It fulfils Fiat's 50.130 SR norm and has been accepted for use for the dashboard of the Fiat Punto. |
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| New Business Unit Pipe offers quality in quantity to the whole value chain |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Following the start ups of Borealis' first Borstar PP plant in Schwechat, Austria in May 2000 and the company's second plant to produce Borstar PE products at Stenungsund, Sweden in October 2000, Borealis Business Unit Pipe is well positioned to offer its customers a unique and complete product range in polyethylene and polypropylene grades for pipe applications. Borealis has further reinforced its marketing organisation to serve the entire value chain of the piping industry both in terms of PE and PP. |
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| Borstar products for water and gas distribution pipelines |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
In many countries PE is already the standard choice for drinking water mains and natural gas distribution pipelines. PE100 pipes are quickly gaining market share from ductile iron, PVC, GRP, concrete and steel pipes for larger diameter pipes. Medium density PE80 pipes continue to be commonly used for smaller diameter service pipes due to their excellent flexibility and coilability. |
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| Borsoft, Very soft and transparent polypropylene |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Random-Heterophasic-Copolymers combine the advantages of PP random copolymers with those of PP heterophasic copolymers in an unique way. For the cast film technology with chillroll process, Borsoft SD233CF was specially designed to combine following properties: |
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| Daploy, Borealis new high melt strength polypropylenes |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Since its first development in the 1950s, polypropylene has rapidly become established as a preferred material in many conversion technologies (e.g. injection moulding, film and fibre) because of its excellent physical property profile. In other conversion technologies, however, this rapid utilisation was not seen. Two factors contributed to this, PP is a partially crystalline polymer and PP has low melt strength and extensibility in the melt phase. In the early days, conversion technologies such as thermoforming, blow moulding and extrusion coating were not readily able to utilise PP because of one or both of these factors. |
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| Borealis new high stiffness, high crystalline Bormod PP Homopolymers for modern flexible packaging solutions |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
In May 2000 the world's first Borstar PP plant was started up by Borealis. This new generation of process technology enables a further expansion of product property window and application possibilities. A special feature of Borstar PP technology is its improved high crystallinity PP grades, especially tailored for castfilm applications. Based on a high and balanced impact/stiffness level it is possible to serve brand new application areas, not previously covered by PP. Additionally, product economics and performance are improved for existing applications. |
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| Stiff PP for sewerage rollout in Europe |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Almost 20 different systems in non-pressure underground drainage and sewerage systems are offered today. All these systems are based on enhanced PP raw materials. Borealis PP products for underground drainage and sewerage are specifically developed to exceed by a wide margin material requirements according to European standardisation. Both materials BA212E and BC50 are first class products and have proven their performance accordingly. |
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| New high performance PP materials for offline painted car body panels |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
The automotive industry is confronted with permanent changes in terms of security legislation, reduction of fuel consumption, weight saving, cost reduction and design. To tackle all these challenges, the need for new materials and methods of manufacturing is a high priority in the development departments at the OEM, the system suppliers and the raw material suppliers. |
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| Combining high flow, stiffness and impact resistance - BJ356MO, MFR100 Heterophasic PP |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
Compared to a high flow impact resistant PP such as BJ380MO, BJ356MO shows a step change in both flow and stiffness, while displaying an impact resistance superior to any homopolymeric PP, such as the easy flowing HJ320MO. The super light flow enables easy filling of products with flow length-wall thickness ratios up to 400, while the tailored properties provide the required stiffness and impact resistance to design for thinner walling. |
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| Major improvements in FFS film for deep freeze bags through implementation of Borstar LLDPE grades |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
The superior low temperature properties of the Borstar LLDPE grades, FB2230 and FB2310, ensure pack integrity and thereby product preservation. In this field of application these products outperform all other PE grades on the market. By incorporating these materials in films for frozen products, several other advantages can be realised. The broad MWD provides efficient extrusion of high quality film, often at improved production regularity. Mechanical properties, like high toughness in combination with increased stiffness, provide a secure and efficient filling and packaging operation. The nature of these products gives matt surface films which facilitate packaging, opening up new design possibilities and making it possible to use films free of additive like slip and antiblock, thereby reducing migration levels. |
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| The new reference for stiff polypropylene grades |
03 September 2001 - Borealis A/S
With the Bormod brand, covering applications ranging from cast film to thermoforming and injection moulding, Borealis has launched a family of new reference grades regarding stiff polypropylene. Bormod HF955MO is made by the proprietary Borstar technology, combining the benefits of advanced catalysts, proprietary process technology and the unique Borstar Nucleation Technology which provides a uniform crystalline structure and very fast solidification of the polymer in processing. The result is early demoulding and high output in the injection moulding process. |
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| Men and women gamble for different reasons |
02 September 2001 - Yale University
Male gamblers are more likely than female gamblers to report addictive behavior related to strategic or 'face-to-face' forms of gambling such as blackjack or poker, Yale researchers report in a new study published in the September issue of The American Journal of Psychiatry. |
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