
ABIC Innovative Plastics created its new Convert™ carpet line to leverage the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) nylon fiber, SABIC Innovative Plastics provided total customer support. Working closely with Interface and its converter, Universal Fibers, Inc., a leading supplier of high-end solution-dyed (melt pigmented) fibers, SABIC Innovative Plastics developed Valox iQ* 2205HV resin for the new application. The environmentally progressive, high-performance...

Nearly all electrical cable is wrapped in PVC or other halogenated plastics; many also contain lead and other heavy metals, as well as phthalate plasticizers, probable endocrine disruptors. LifeGuard low-smoke, near-zero-halogen electrical cables—many of which are lead-free and RoHS compliant—are used primarily in high-reliability utility and industry applications but are also installed in some commercial applications. Its high cost has limited...

These are the impressing facts of the probably biggest shell- and tube heatexchanger made from technical plastics. NW 280, length 5.200 mm, more than 1.000 single capillaries in the dimension 5, 2 x 6, 0 mm, and a surface load up to 100 m2. An additional premier is that these heatexchanger are made in a special IR-Welding process. The benefit to us a IR-welded shell and tube heatexchanger is the immensely longer durability and there are no dead spots,...

VAST Enterprises, LLC, announced that using its composite pavers in construction applications can contribute to six or more LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) credits. VAST produces green building products with its patented technology that transforms post-consumer recycled rubber and plastics into an environmentally friendly material: composite masonry. All VAST products are made from up to 95 percent recycled car tires and plastic...

Metabolix, Inc. announced that Bioverse, a developer of natural products to assist bioremediation of commercial and residential water features, has contracted to purchase injection molding-grade Mirel™ bioplastic resin. It will be used for producing a new biodegradable version of its AquaSphere PRO pond and lake treatment system for golf courses. The specific terms of the contract with Telles, the joint venture between Metabolix and Archer Daniels...

Franklin Electric, a global leader in the production and marketing of water and fuel pumping systems, takes bold steps into the competitive water gardening industry. The financially strong, US-based company is investing heavily to prove their commitment to growing the water gardening and outdoor living markets while providing energy efficient and environmentally safe products. In less than three years, Franklin Electric acquired two respected industry...

Hitachi Power Tools introduced several new tools and combo kits to the Micro Series lineup; the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, the WH10DCL micro right angle impact driver, the UB10DL micro flashlight, the KC10DAL 3-Piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL – micro driver drill, WH10DL micro impact driver, UB10DL micro flashlight) and the KC10DBL 3-piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL – micro driver drill, the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, UB10DL...

On December 12, Europe, Flanders and The Netherlands have joined forces within the framework of an Interreg IV project and allocated €21 million to Bio Base Europe. Bio Base Europe is the largest Interreg project ever granted to the Dutch-Flemish border region. Bio Base Europe will build research and training facilities for biobased activities, in order to speed up the development of a sustainable biobased economy in Europe. Bio Base Europe is...

Viking Corporation, a global leader in fire protection products and services, announces the availability of a new 19.6 (280) K factor storage sprinkler. The new VK592 pendent is cULus Listed and FM Approved as a Control Mode Specific Application (CMSA) sprinkler for protecting class I-IV commodities and cartoned unexpanded plastics, without the use of in-rack sprinklers. The sprinkler is UL Listed for up to 40 ft (12, 2 m) ceiling heights and FM Approved...
A giant in the world of contemporary product design, Alessi is a family run Italian business founded in 1921 that describes itself as a worldwide ambassador of Italian design. Alessi is famous for its playful design of affordable objects and appliances for the kitchen and the home created in colorful plastics and stainless steel. View product detail on Amazon.Com