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| DSM Engineering Plastics to double capacity in China |
24 March 2005 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics is to double capacity in China on new site to manufacture key moulded components for the automotive, electrical and electronics industries. |
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| Europower hydraulic hoses feature Arnitel TEE-E core |
23 November 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Europower, a major UK-based manufacturer of hydraulic hoses and fittings, is using Arnitel thermoplastic ether ester block copolymer elastomer (TEE-E) from DSM Engineering Plastics for the core of a select line of its hydraulic hoses.
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| Frost & Sullivan product innovation award for Stanyl |
22 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Stanyl from DSM Engineering Plastics has received the Frost & Sullivan Product Innovation Award in the High Performance Polyamide sector. |
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| Heat-stabilised polyamide 46 for locking automotive quick-connect
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20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Oystertec Plc (York, UK) is using DSM Engineering Plastics’ Stanyl TW200F8 40% glass-reinforced, heat-stabilized Polyamide 46 for the locking components of its new Oystertec High Pressure Quick Connects for automotive applications. |
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| Class A surface combined with top aesthetics and durability |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
In close collaboration with Automotive Lighting GmbH and Coko Werke, DSM Engineering Plastics developed two materials for use in and around the headlamp of the 2003 model Audi A3. |
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| TPE-E elastomer For ergonomic non-slip grips |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
For ergonomic non-slip grips on select hand tools, the Facom Tools Group uses Arnitel thermoplastic ether ester block copolymer (TPE-E) elastomer from DSM Engineering Plastics.
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| DSM announces major capacity expansion for Stanyl |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has announced two further capacity increases for its successful range of Stanyl high performance polyamide products. |
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| Circuit breaker housings use polyamide 6, replace thermosets |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
A major European manufacturer of electrical components has reduced overall system costs while improving product performance for a series of micro circuit breakers (MCBs) by using Akulon K222-KMV5 polyamide 6 (PA6) thermoplastic from DSM Engineering Plastics for the MCBs’ enclosures.
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| PA46 for demanding timing chain tensioner application on Porsche Cayenne engine |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Iwis, a major European supplier of automotive chain systems as well as chains and components for industrial applications, uses two grades of Stanyl (PA46) from DSM Engineering Plastics for timing chain tensioners on the Porsche Cayenne engine. |
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| PBT cuts rear wiper production and assembly time |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Automotive and auto component manufacturers are now benefiting from Arnite TV8 260, a new 30% glass-filled polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) material ideal for rear wiper E-motor gear housings on SUVs and station wagons. |
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| Arnite proves best for flexible automotive connectors |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
An extensive evaluation of materials for a new series of flexible harness connectors by FCI, a major automotive electrical/electronic connector maker, resulted in the specification of Arnite T06 202, an unfilled polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) from DSM Engineering Plastics.
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| Laser-weldable PA6 opens broad 3D production options |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
A laser-weldable PA6 from DSM opens broad 3D production options for assembled products that require strong, smooth bonding |
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| VW Golf airbag shows better cold weather performance |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
VW Golf airbag deploys more safely thanks to better cold weather performance of airbag covers made with Arnitel TPE-E from DSM |
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| Lift truck steering wheel is moulded 33% faster and has better surface |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Lift truck steering wheel is moulded 33% faster and has better surface using Akulon Ultraflow PA6 switching from a conventional polyamide 6. |
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| High performance plastics for convoluted tubing |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics offers three highly engineered materials for convoluted tubing, whose bellows-like form allows it to bend and flex readily. |
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| Razor sharp and indelible laser marking of plastics |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Razor sharp and indelible laser marking on virtually any plastic is possible with DSM’s Micabs technology, a revolutionary additive technology for laser marking on plastics. |
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| Friendlier plastic for train cladding |
20 October 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Dutch railways is using Xantar C CE 407, an unfilled blend of polycarbonate (PC) and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) from DSM Engineering Plastics to replace train cladding made from polyester sheet.
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| Logicom chooses overmoulded elastomer skin for wireless game controller |
30 September 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
An overmoulded skin of an elastomer on an ABS moulded base has been adopted by Logicom design engineers to give both a soft touch feel and a good grip for its wireless game controller. |
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| New focus on wire and cable from DSM |
02 September 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
With new initiatives in wire and cable coating materials, DSM Engineering Plastics announces a new focus for its Arnitel TPE elastomers |
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| Sustainability World Index puts DSM on top |
02 September 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
According to company sources, DSM is revealed as the Market Sector Leader in the World Chemical Sector by the latest Dow Jones Sustainability World Index |
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| Nylon automotive engine covers offer part price reduction |
05 August 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
New Akulon Ultraflow PA6 grades for automotive engine covers offer part price reduction over conventional PA grades |
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| Siemens VDO uses polyamide 46 for automotive sensor housings |
05 August 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Automotive sensor housings are being made of DSM Engineering Plastics Stanyl TW200F6, a polyamide 46 (PA46) with 30% glass reinforcement, to provide oil and temperature resistance, strength, and sealing for Siemens VDO components. |
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| Fibreglass-reinforced polyamide resin takes the chair |
28 July 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
The Herman Miller Equa chair benefits from the strength and aesthetic advantages of DSM’s Akulon Ultraflow |
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| Fibre-grade PA46 drives use of yarns in automotive V-belts |
23 July 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
German company Polyamide High Performance (PHP) GmbH is using DSM Engineering Plastics’ fibre-grade Stanyl KS411 polyamide 4,6 (PA46) in the production of its new Stanylenka 460HRST fibre. |
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| Stanyl means cost savings for Delphi Connectors |
09 July 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
When Delphi Connection Systems took over production of 2mm header connectors for a new commercial microprocessor customer, they found themselves facing some pretty big issues with the LCP being used in the application.
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| New high flow Stanyl grade from DSM for jet engine parts |
07 July 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics announces the availability of a new grade of high-flow Stanyl polyamide 46 (PA46) designed for elements of aircraft jet engines. |
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| TPE-coated film with patented additive hits the roof |
01 July 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics’ Arnitel-TPE monolithic thermoplastic polyetherester elastomer resin grade for coated film production is now available globally for the breathable membranes used in roofing construction.
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| High modulus polyamide 6 grade challenges 66 alternatives |
24 June 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics is introducing a new high modulus, high finish Akulon Ultraflow K-FG0 polyamide 6 grade which is lighter, moulds more quickly and costs 25% less than PA66.
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| Railway pads take a helluva beating |
22 June 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Railway pads made form DSM’S Arnitel thermoplastic copolyester elastomer takes a pounding on railroads yet have a predicted life of 20 years. |
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| DSM Engineering Plastics adds to Stanyl team in Europe |
22 June 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has added two members to their Stanyl Team in Europe, as part of the company’s mission to grow the team’s resources in product management, customer service and technical support in Europe and worldwide.
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| Moulded-in tear seam critical element of airbag cover |
18 June 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
The side-door airbag covers in the 2003 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Phantom model have adopted Arnitel TPE-E copolyeser elastomer from DSM Engineering Plastics. |
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| Agricultural plastic film designed to resist puncture by stones and stubble |
04 May 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Agriplast meets large production challenges with Eco-Brom multi-layer films co-extruded with DSM Akulon XP polyamide 6. |
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| Muffler housing upgraded using high heat polyamide |
28 April 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Echo, a leading manufacturer of commercial-grade lawn and garden power equipment sold worldwide, now uses Stanyl polyamide 4.6 from DSM Engineering Plastics for the company’s muffler covers on its string trimmers, chain saws, and hedge clippers. |
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| Significant expansion for new flexible packaging feedstock
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28 April 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has announced an expansion of its Akulon PA6 capacity at its polyamide plant in Emmen, the Netherlands. The plant will be completed by mid 2005. |
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| Arnitel a soft touch for Tupperware |
31 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Tupperware, leading producer of quality household goods and Kitchenware, has selected Arnitel TPE from DSM Engineering Plastics for its new Cafetiere. |
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| PET excels in automotive brake booster valve applications |
23 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has more than 10 years experience in brake booster valve applications, working in partnership with leading European automakers to develop materials that meet the requirements of some of the world’s most demanding applications. |
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| Thermoplastic copolyester elastomer manages noise in camera application |
11 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Arnitel thermoplastic copolyester elastomers (TPE-Es or COPE) from DSM Engineering Plastics, well known for applications that exploit its heat resistance, flexibility and strength in automotive and other demanding applications, has another side: noise management.
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| Energy-saving lamps to benefit from dedicated DSM resource |
05 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has enhanced its focus in the Electrical Lighting Segment by appointing a dedicated resource to coordinate its activities. The refined approach in this segment is intended to improve the coordination with customers in the development of new and improved applications across a wide range of materials. |
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| Nylon 46 sensors outdo stainless steel on cost and performance |
04 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Wabash Technologies, a leading manufacturer of a broad range of vital electronic/electromechanical components for original equipment manufacturers, has developed a new threaded powertrain sensor using Stanyl from DSM Engineering Plastics. |
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| Stanyl nylon 46 for VW intercooler endcaps
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04 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Stanyl TW200F6 has been selected for the intercooler end-caps of Volkswagen. |
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| PC/ABS blend for mobile phone flip cover |
02 March 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
The Xantar C PC/ABS blend from DSM Engineering Plastics was selected as a problem solver for the production of the flip cover of the Nokia 6800 mobile phone. |
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| New PBT grade for autmotive headlamp bezels |
24 February 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
The new Arnite XL PBT, specifically designed for automotive headlamp bezels, is now available from DSM Engineering Plastics. |
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| Arnitel elastomer gives the Mirra image |
19 February 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Herman Miller, a pioneer and leader in the office furniture industry, has specified Arnitel EM400 from DSM Engineering Plastics for the seat carrier on its new Mirra Chair.
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| Hard-soft combinations with excellent adhesion |
18 February 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Designed to adhere to such hard materials as polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene/Polycarbonate (ABS/PC), and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), DSM Engineering Plastics’ Arnitel TPE copolyester elastomer gives manufacturers the freedom to benefit from 2K moulding (multi-component injection moulding processes). |
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| DSM Akulon PA6 said to outperform PA66 formulations on price/performance |
28 January 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
The choice of a polyamide (PA) thermoplastic for an engineering application, particularly between PA6 and PA66, often focuses on heat aging or strength and stiffness - and cost. Akulon PA6 from DSM Engineering Plastics offers performance equal to or better than many competitive PA66 formulations, with significantly better price/performance when processability is factored in. |
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| PSA Peugeot Citroën chooses Akulon PA6 for its manifolds |
21 January 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
For the production of two manifolds, PSA Peugeot Citroën has selected Akulon PA6 for offering superior heat ageing resistance, better weldability and easier processability compared to PA66. |
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| Thermoplastic elastomer has strength to handle positive and negative auto engine air flows
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16 January 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
A new offering in Arnitel thermoplastic elastomer ether ester block copolymer (TEEE) compounds from DSM Engineering Plastics, Arnitel PB582-H, combines excellent temperature resistance, strength and flexibility for automotive engine airduct needs.
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| Key Akulon appointment for DSM Engineering Plastics |
14 January 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has announced the appointment of Peter van Paridon to the post of Business Manager Akulon. |
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| DSM expands TPE-E capacity |
12 January 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics expands Arnitel co-polyester capacity by 25% in response to growing global demand |
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| Website in Chinese for DSM materials and applications |
09 January 2004 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics (DEP) has launched a material and applications database in Chinese, powered by MBase (http://www.m-base.de). |
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| Thinner, stronger heat-resistant parts with new high flow nylon 46
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23 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
A new high-flow Stanyl polyamide 46 (PA46) grade, 46HF4130, is now available from DSM Engineering Plastics.
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| New grade of PBT designed for automotive gear housings |
15 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced a new grade of Arnite polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) designed for automotive gear housings. |
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| DSM Engineering Plastics opens first research and technical centre in China |
10 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics is opening a new research and technology centre in Jiangyin, Jiangsu Province, China. |
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| DSM aims to grow its engineering plastics business in Asia |
10 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Over the next five years, the main strategic cornerstone of global growth for DSM Engineering Plastics is forecasted to be Asia. |
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| DSM Engineering Plastics expands production capacity |
10 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
In direct response to increased demand for its engineering plastics, DSM Engineering Plastics, a business group within DSM Performance Materials, has increased the capacity of its compounding facility in China.
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| Akulon Ultraflow used in new generation of vacuum cleaner E-motors
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10 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Bosch und Siemens-Hausgeräte has selected Akulon Ultraflow for key parts of the E-Motors in their new generation vacuum cleaners. Akulon Ultraflow was recently introduced by DSM Engineering Plastics.
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| Nylon 46 gives better wear resistance in tensioners
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01 December 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Mark IV Automotive, a division of Dayco Products LLC, one of the world’s leading producers of complete power transmission systems, has switched from a lubricated nylon to Stanyl polyamide 46 for better wear resistance in its tensioners.
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| Chlorine and bromine-free flame retardants for PC/ABS formulations |
28 November 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Building on the success of its Xantar C product range, DSM Engineering Plastics has now introduced a range of new chlorine and bromine free FR Xantar C polycarbonate (PC)/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) flame-retardant formulations.
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| Polyamide 6 with improved flow and cycle time reduction |
17 November 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics is extending its Akulon polyamide 6 (PA6) offerings with Akulon Ultraflow. |
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| DSM appoints van Vehmendahl as lighting segment manager |
14 November 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Francis van Vehmendahl is the new Electrical Lighting Market Segment Manager for DSM Engineering Plastics. |
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| Hans Guns is polycarbonates market development manager for DSM Engineering Plastics |
14 November 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
Hans Guns has been appointed manager, market development for polycarbonates (PC) and PC blends for DSM Engineering Plastics. |
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| DSM Engineering Plastics announces Akulon expansion for India |
17 October 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has announced that it is to double its capacity in Pune, India for the production of Akulon Polyamide 6 and 66 compounds. This news follows a number of other new investment statements made last month. |
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| For affordable, LCP-like performance and warp resistance, Stanyl PA46 High Flow |
09 October 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics, a business group within the DSM Performance Materials cluster, announces the introduction of Stanyl PA46 High Flow. |
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| Akulon XP PA6 for barrier film applications |
22 September 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM Engineering Plastics has released Akulon XP, a new revolutionary barrier resin based on polyamide 6 (PA6), for multi-layer oxygen barrier films. |
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| DSM Engineering Plastics releases highest stiffness/high temperature PA 46 formulation available |
19 September 2003 - DSM Engineering Plastics
DSM launches Stanyl TW241F12, broadening the scope for metal replacement in high temperature environments. |
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