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VDMA Composite Technology is to be the institutional patron of the Composites Europe specialist trade fair. A partnership agreement to that effect was signed by the German Engineering Federation (Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau - VDMA) and Composites Europe organiser Reed Exhibitions Deutschland. "With its collaboration in Composites Europe, VDMA offers mechanical engineers ...
In Events - EPUJ 09-10 2011
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Following the latest press releases and project activities, fibre reinforced technology becomes more and more important. Even if this does not seem to be new, as fibre reinforced technology is said to have high potential for many years, the recent interest - once more driven by the automotive industry - appears to be different in crucial aspects. As a "high-tech" material, the fibre ...
In Technical Articles - EPUJ 09-10 2011
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1. Philippine and solar thermal energy?Philippine has been producing a diverse range of polyurethane moulded parts since its foundation in 1947: From flexible foam for seating and headrests, semi-rigid foams for armrests or inserts for side airbag covers, to rigid foams for shock absorbers, construction elements, model blocks and much more.Very different characteristics can be achieved with ...
In Technical Articles - EPUJ 09-10 2011
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BackgroundThe mechanical properties of Polyurethane (PU) foam are so broad that PU plays an important role in a wide range of industries including automotive, furniture, building insulation and refrigerators. Flexible foam components make up the biggest share of PU applications, followed by rigid foam, and together they represent two thirds of total PU usage [1]. The most common method of ...
In Technical Articles - EPUJ 09-10 2011
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Will we have a hot summer in 2011, or will it be rainy and cold?At the official start of summertime our top meteorologists were, of course, totally "divided" - so we'll just have to see what happens.WE certainly had a hot and stormy time before the official summertime started - a complete crash on our IT server meant we couldn't check emails - no sooner was this problem resolved, ...
In Editorial - EPUJ 07-08 2011
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Altana has signed an agreement to acquire the Color Chemie Group. The chemical company, which is headquartered in Büdingen, Hessen, Germany, mainly produces environmentally friendly, water-based specialty printing inks and offers related services to its customers. In 2010, the Color Chemie Group achieved sales of € 46 million with about 150 employees. In addition to ...
In Business News - EPUJ 07-08 2011
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AkzoNobel has entered into a partnership in China with Guangxi CAVA Titanium Industry Co. Ltd. for the production and supply of titanium dioxide (TiO2), one of the most important raw materials in the production of paints and coatings.The collaboration - which includes the construction of a new TiO2 plant in Qinzhou - will help to secure AkzoNobel's growing titanium dioxide raw material ...
In Business News - EPUJ 07-08 2011
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Chemtura Corporation announced plans to build a new multi-purpose manufacturing facility in Nantong, China, to support its growth strategy. The Nantong facility is expected to initially serve Chemtura's Petroleum Additives and Urethanes businesses, and is expected to provide sufficient additional capacity for other Chemtura businesses. This planned investment will support the growth of ...
In Business News - EPUJ 07-08 2011
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Johnson Controls completed the previously announced acquisition of Keiper and Recaro Automotive. The European Commission in Brussels, Belgium approved the acquisition on 17th June 2011. Keiper is a leader in recliner system technology and is renowned for its engineering and manufacturing expertise in metals and mechanisms for automobile seats. The company also produces complete seats for ...
In Business News - EPUJ 07-08 2011
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Following the successful IPO in 2010 and against the background of the currently attractive capital market environment, Brenntag plans to refinance its financial indebtedness. Clearly ahead of the main maturities in 2014, a major part of the existing financial indebtedness shall be replaced in course of this refinancing. Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs and UniCredit ...
In Business News - EPUJ 07-08 2011
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