University of Oklahoma in the USA has developed interband cascade (IC) lasers on indium arsenide (InAs) substrates with low threshold and high-current operation [Lu Li et al, Appl. Phys. Lett., vol106, p251102, 2015]. The researchers claim ...
The feeling of long-lasting hygiene, comfort & freshness can now be experienced in a new range of functional socks made with Amicor, an anti-microbial fibre manufactured by Thai Acrylic Fibre Co. Ltd. According to a Thai Acrylics press ...
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Supporting the increasing demand for ecologically sound and user friendly products, BASF commissioned a new production plant for form release agents that is among the most advanced and most efficient in Europe. Opened at the company’s ...
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Lumileds has introduced the next-generation LUXEON CoB Core Range as it continues to roll out chip-on-board (CoB) LEDs with higher efficacy and flux combinations. With the Gen 2 products, the LUXEON CoB Core Range now delivers an average of ...
UK-based Jiffy Packaging is investing in new extrusion technology to produce polyethylene foam of varied thicknesses. Acquired by Airpack in 2014, the firm aims to make mass market penetration with the new expansion. The firm will make ...
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It is no longer possible to imagine the powder coating industry without cost-optimized application processes. On the one hand, lowering the baking temperature plays a key role in a resource-efficient process. On the other, the demands on ...
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For manufacturers looking for a high-performing static-dissipative additive for coatings and plastics, Milliken Chemical’s Zelec electroconductive powders (ECPs) offer remarkable flexibility and durability, the company stated. Zelec ...
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Researchers have showcased their solutions for easier detection of salmonella in food, as part of the US Food and Drug Administration's first Food Safety Challenge. The winning solution will get cash reward of $400,000. The Purdue ...
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Concept III Textiles will introduce Coolcore cooling and performance fabrics to its network of iconic global brands who value chemical-free wicking, cooling and drying performance. Coolcore’s complete line of commercialised cooling ...
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Swedish consumer goods and paper manufacturer SCA has introduced GraphoStyle, a high-bulk lightweight coated (LWC) publication paper with printability on the lines of magazines. Claimed to be environment-friendly and capable of creating ...
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The US Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) have extended a grant under Vehicle Technologies (VT) drive to Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center (HATCI) and Mojo Mobility to develop a system ...
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Kellogg's has filed an application for obtaining patent in the US for its food cup packaging assembly system for better stacking and storage of food products. The conventional cups used for yogurt, ice cream, juice, and cereal, are found ...
Technavio has added a new report on the global acrylic surface coatings market 2015-2019, to its coatings market portfolio, which includes reports such as emulsion coating market 2015-2019 - global industry analysis & forecast, powder ...
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DuPont has developed a new water-based, low-VOC coating solution based on Teflon PTFE for fasteners in highly corrosive environments. This easy to handle one-coat system is particularly suitable for applications requiring very high ...
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Flowcrete Americas has announced a new AIA CES Training Seminar, which it describes as an "ideal opportunity for architects to find out more about specifying fit-for-purpose flooring solutions for the food and beverage industry." ...
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