Chemicals & Plastics News
Improve your reaction time with insights into the world of chemicals and plastics. This section features news on innovations, technology and companies engaged in the processing and refinement of chemicals, adhesives, sealants, coatings, plastic resin materials, dyes, beverage ingredients, flavors and fragrances.
Global Introduction of ISOLUTE® QuEChERS, Pesticide Residue Analysis for Food Industry Includes Buy 1, Get 1 Free Offer
Biotage® announced its new line of Biotage/IST ISOLUTE QuEChERS (pronounced “catchers”) extraction and clean-up products for pesticide residue analysis. These dispersive SPE (dSPE) products offer Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged and Safe extraction of pesticides for multi-class, multi-residue pesticide analysis in vegetables and fruits. - September 29, 2010 - Biotage
Westec Plastics Adds State-of-the-Art Metrology Capability
Westec Plastics Corporation announces its acquisition of a MicroVu optical coordinate measuring machine with resolution to one-tenth of a micron (4 one-millionths of an inch). This machine is also touch-probe capable as well as outfitted with a number of other specialty attachments to aid in... - September 25, 2010 - Westec Plastics Corporation
Bayer Materialscience Develops New Flame Retardant Polycarbonate Plastic for LEDs
This news release showcases a new flame retardant polycarbonate plastic for LEDs. The new product grade, Makrolon® FR7067 polycarbonate plastic, meets UL-94 V0 rating at 1.5 mm and non-class 2 UL 8750. This material breakthrough comes at a time when, according to Strategies Unlimited, the high brightness LED market is forecast to grow more than 30 percent, reaching $20.2 billion by 2014. - September 11, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience Wins Prestigious iF Communication Design Award for SampleBox
As a team, Bayer MaterialScience along with design agencies Golden Planet Design and soloTM have won a prestigious iF communication design award for the SampleBox. The SampleBox includes more than 40 material samples and was conceived to give clear and comprehensive insight into Bayer... - September 09, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Elastocon Expands STK Series of Overmolding TPEs
Major TPE producer expands line of offerings to include a new series of TPEs that overmold easily and effectively onto other plastic substrates. - September 04, 2010 - Elastocon TPE Technologies, Inc
Bayer MaterialScience LLC Expands Sales and Distribution Network for Baycusan® Polyurethane Cosmetics Ingredients
Bayer MaterialScience recently added EES Cosmetics Solutions to support Baycusan® polyurethane cosmetic ingredients sales in the East Coast region. EES Cosmetic Solutions joins Bayer MaterialScience Key Account Manager for Cosmetics and Personal Care, Judith Krantz, and distribution partners... - September 04, 2010 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Nanostructured Coatings Market Valued at $980 Million in 2009
This study focuses on nanostructured coatings including anti-fingerprint coatings, antibacterial nanostructured coatings, anti-scratch coatings, antifouling coatings, self cleaning coatings, uv resistant coatings, and thermal barrier coatings. - September 03, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
BC Firm Showcases Solution to Global Problem of Plastic Waste, EPI Joins Vancouver Mayor for Shanghai Expo 2010 Trade Mission
After making a very visible contribution to the success of the 2010 Winter Olympics, Vancouver-based EPI Environmental Technologies Inc. (“EPI”) will be showcased as a leading Canadian representative of “Urban Best Practices” at the World Expo in Shanghai,... - September 01, 2010 - EPI Environmental Technologies Inc.
Reliable S+S Sorting Systems Convince the Swiss
Superior technology of the VARISORT COMPACT combined system. - September 01, 2010 - S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH
BioBased Technologies Certified as Woman-Owned Business
BioBased Technologies® has been certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council as a Women’s Business Enterprise. - September 01, 2010 - BioBased Insulation
Polymerupdate Global Petrochemical Conference (PGPC 2010) the "New Benchmark for Petrochemical Conferences in India"
Polymerupdate hosted its 1st Polymerupdate Global Petrochemical Conference in Mumbai, India on August 19-20, 2010. High profile industry speakers and attendees gathered for this global event. A common response from most attendees approached for a feedback was that the event was a grand success and... - August 27, 2010 - Polymerupdate.com
Protective Coatings and Powder Coatings Now Being Offered on IndustrialMRO.com
Industrial paints, powder coatings and other finishing products now available on IndustrialMRO.com, a division of Industrial Leaders Group. - August 20, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Industrial Chemicals Buying Guide Swells to Over 200 Chemical Manufacturers
Worldwide Industrial Marketplace (WIM) grows to hundreds of chemicals manufacturers for industrial, construction and other applications - August 18, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
New Online Pump Selector Allows Collaboration & Sharing of Pump Curves
PUMP-FLO™ Solutions (An Engineered Software Business), announces the release of PUMP-FLO Premium, a major update to their web-based pump selection software. The new program is a subscription-based web-version of its popular PUMP-FLO software. The new PUMP-FLO Premium features a secure cloud... - August 13, 2010 - Engineered Software, Inc.
Compact Auto Detailing Upholstery Cleaner Adds 67 Percent More Power
The new XTreme Power® XPH-5900IU offers a small footprint, heated cleaning and more power for maximum maneuverability. - August 11, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Allied Pressroom Products Announces New Hire for Central U.S Sales
Allied Pressroom Products, a global manufacturer of printing press chemistries and pressroom products is pleased to announce the appointment of Terry L. Allen to the position of Midwest Technical Sales Specialist. - July 21, 2010 - Allied Pressroom Products
Xten Industries Receives MMAC 2010 Future 50 Award
Midwest contract manufacturing, plastic injection molding company is recognized for growth in revenue and employment. - July 14, 2010 - Xten Industries
Kinetics Launches New Line of High Performance Equipment
Kinetics, the world’s leading provider of process and mechanical solutions, announced the launch of its new high-performance equipment product line designed to distribute high purity process fluids for the semiconductor, photovoltaic, research, and other high technology markets. - July 10, 2010 - KINETICS
Georgia-Pacific Professional Launches New Cost-Effective Wiper Solution
Brawny Industrial™ High Performance Shop Towel Offers Clean and Safe Wiping Option - July 09, 2010 - Georgia-Pacific Professional
ALPCO Diagnostics Exclusively Offers Animal NGAL Assays from BioPorto
BioPorto Diagnostics has awarded ALPCO Diagnostics exclusive distributorship for its animal NGAL ELISAs to the North American market. BioPorto’s prominence is unrivaled in immunoassays for measuring NGAL (neutrophil gelatinase associated lipocalin) – the breakthrough kidney injury... - June 17, 2010 - ALPCO
Plascon Packaging Introduces EasyOpen Manual Bag Placement Unit
The EasyOpen Manual Bag Placement unit from Plascon Packaging and Niverplast increases the speed of bag insertion into a box, carton or crate by up to 50%, decreases contamination risk and makes the process much more ergonomic for workers on the production line. - June 11, 2010 - Plascon Group
IonSense Issued Three Patents Related to Direct Analysis in Real Time Mass Spectrometry
Supports Current Products and Applications in Food Safety, Pharmaceutical Development, and Forensics - May 20, 2010 - IonSense, Inc.
U.S. E.P.A. Recognizes DuBois Chemicals as DfE Partner
DuBois proudly announces that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized DuBois as a partner in their Design for the Environment (DfE) Safer Product Labeling program on March 22, 2010. The first DuBois products from this partnership are Treo Neutral Floor Cleaner and Treo General... - May 20, 2010 - DuBois Chemicals
Online Manufacturing Marketplace IndustrialSAVER Now Offering Coatings & Paint
Over one hundred American and international manufacturers of industrial paint and coatings have been approved by IndustrialSAVER for its B-to-B marketplace. - May 19, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
First Ever English-Language China Abrasives Directory 2010 Published
Business Data International Inc., the business and professional information provider, has recently announced that the world’s first English-language China Abrasives Directory 2010 has been published and is now available to public. The directory is a comprehensive and up-to-date information... - May 15, 2010 - Business Data International Inc.
Online Trade Show Publisher to Showcase Industrial Chemical Manufacturers
The International Industrial Trade Show (IITS), an online expo for the global manufacturing community will now include suppliers of various chemical products - May 15, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
LDPE-Market Begins Its Recovery – New Study from Ceresana Research
Some applications of low density polyethylene will recover relatively quickly from the economical crisis. - May 08, 2010 - Ceresana
AnaSpec Introduces Novel Solid Support AMC Resin
AnaSpec has announced the development of a novel solid support AMC resin for facile solid-phase synthesis of peptide-AMCs. - May 06, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
American Rug Pad Launches New Marketing Strategy
Rug pad manufacturer, American Rug Pad launches a new marketing strategy to sell direct to the consumer via the internet. Owner Rick Joseph has decided that the time has come to bring a better rug pad experience to the consumer by offering his proven product at the lowest price. "The internet has now changed the dynamics of business as usual," says owner Rick Joseph. "Now it is time for our company to change and offer the consumer a more convenient and better value shopping experience." - April 21, 2010 - American Rug Pad
New Study on EPS: Ascent of a Climate Protector
Ceresana Research publishes a market report on expandable polystyrene, one of the most important insulation and packaging materials. The EPS market is recovering from last year’s slump. - April 12, 2010 - Ceresana
LLDPE Market on the Rebound
A new study from Ceresana Research shows that production and sales of linear low density polyethylene are growing again. - March 21, 2010 - Ceresana
Anti-Slip Solutions Announces InvisaTread Anti-Slip Solution - New Best in Class Home Safety Product
Avoid Dangerous Slips with InvisaTread The statistics are staggering: * Falling is the leading cause of home injury deaths claiming more than 6,000 lives a year http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31892607/ns/health-kids_and_parenting/#storyContinued * New analysis shows that children age 4 and younger... - March 18, 2010 - Anti-Slip Solutions, LLC
CBRN Defence Market Worth $7.9bn - New Report Released on ASDReports.com
Visiongain report assesses that the global CBRN defence market was worth a total of $7.9bn in 2009. Visiongain expects to continue to see significant sales growth in the global marketplace. - March 04, 2010 - ASD Media BV
Tile & Grout Cleaner Uses Green Cleaning Chemicals to Remove Rust, Soap Scum
Eco-Green® Tile & Grout Cleaner for public works departments uses vegetable and plant compounds to clean tile and grout lines without harmful abrasives or solvents. - February 19, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Casey Container Corp. (SWDE-OTCBB) Acquires Rights to New EcoPure™ Technology, Offers Biodegradable Plastic Containers to Food, Beverage, Pharma Industries
Casey Container Corp. announces name change from Sawadee Ventures, Inc, and adds three new board members to open its first U.S. plant in 2010. - February 11, 2010 - Casey Container Corp.
Mascoat Opens New Location in The Netherlands
The world leader in insulating coatings, Mascoat, formally announces the opening of a new European office located in The Netherlands - February 06, 2010 - Mascoat
The Plaza Group's Velarde to Speak at Phenol / Acetone & Derivatives Markets Conference March 8-9 in Bangkok
The Plaza Group's Randy Velarde will speak at the 2010 7th annual Phenol / Acetone & Derivatives Markets conference to take take place March 8-9 in Bangkok. - February 04, 2010 - The Plaza Group
New Year Plus Piyolet Equals Healthy Living - New Fitness DVDs Released in January
Piyolet releases two new fitness DVDs entitled "Intro to Piyolet" and "Body by Piyolet" expanding its Pi- PIlates, Yo-Yoga and Let-Ballet fusion format for the masses to enjoy. - January 13, 2010 - Piyolet, LLC
The Plaza Group Remains Exclusive Marketer of Frontier Oil Benzene
The Plaza Group, a leading international petrochemical marketing firm, has renewed its contract to market Frontier Oil benzene. - January 06, 2010 - The Plaza Group
Weddings, Wedding Favors and Decorations - Now It's Easy
Online bridal shop makes wedding shopping easier with newly organized navigation for wedding favors, bridal accessories and more. - December 22, 2009 - Favors & Gifts By Donna
Rubachem - A Benchmark for Direct Marketing of Industrial Cleaning Products is Now Making a Big Push in the Blogosphere
Rubachem – the cutting edge leader in industrial cleaning products is now breaking ground in the blogosphere. - December 04, 2009 - Rubachem Systems
Domain Market Store Adds .IT to Domain Registration List
Domain Market Store is adding .IT to its long list of domain offerings, from Italy to Information and Technology. - November 26, 2009 - Domain Cart
Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Fills Prescription for DEACOM ERP Software
Deacom, Inc. (www.deacom.net) today announced Supplemental Manufacturing and Ingredients, LLC ("SMI"), a manufacturer of dietary and nutritional supplements based in Tempe, Ariz. and the exclusive manufacturer of products for HealthSport, Inc., has licensed the DEACOM Integrated... - November 24, 2009 - Deacom
Dogracer.com Goes Live 1 December 2009. Breed and Race Your Own Virtual Greyhound.
Palamax Betting and Gaming Ltd launches Dogracer.com, a strategy and simulation game where you can own, breed, train and race your very own virtual greyhound against other members from all over the world. Every dog has unique genetic potential which directly influence its performance on the track. The breeding needs good judgment and strategy in order to produce future champions. The game is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. - November 23, 2009 - Palamax Betting and Gaming
Cleaners Extend Reach Into Accessories Market
Cleaning Products Manufacturer Adds a Polishing Ball to Extensive Line of Products - November 22, 2009 - Bio-Kleen Products, Inc.
News at MEDICA: ALPCO Announces the Launch of Several New Products in 2009
ALPCO will return to MEDICA, showcasing these new immunoassay kits, which cement the company's perennial committment to serving the demands of the pre-clinical research market. This will be ALPCO's fourth year at MEDICA as part of the “Best of New England” consortium of companies, located in the US pavilion in Halle 3, D15-4. - November 16, 2009 - ALPCO
Inspiration for Heart-Healthy Cooking with Indian Flavors
A success story brings a fusion food cookbook to market. - November 15, 2009 - Sugandhi
Anti-Corrosive Coatings Sales Growing Fast in China Despite Slump in the Marine and Container Sectors – Market Driven by Government Stimulus
GCiS China Strategic Research has published a study of the China market for anti-corrosive coatings (ACC). Six product technologies sold over nine industry segments were considered and their use surveyed between Q4 2008 and Q2 2009. The study finds that Chinese industrial are placing large and... - November 12, 2009 - GCiS China Strategic Research
New Conference: Capitalizing on Wind and Solar Energy, Opportunities for Chemicals and Materials
The Chemical Development and Marketing Association Announces a New Conference: Capitalizing on Wind and Solar Energy, Opportunities for Chemicals and Materials. December 4, 2009. The University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, - November 10, 2009 - Chemical Development and Marketing Association
Online Gambling Insider Reviews Three New MGS Slots
Microgaming has released three new slot machine games, bringing their total number of slots to over 300. Online Gambling Insider reviews the latest games. - November 09, 2009 - Online Gambling Insider