Arlanxeo said that its bio-based EPDM rubber is used in the Adidas soccer ball of the World Cup 2018. The EPDM rubber (ethylene-propylene-diene monomer) Keltan Eco 6950 is the rubber basis for a sponge rubber layer directly underneath the “Telstar 18” ball’s outer cover. It serves as a moldable cushion for the ball and supports optimal bounce characteristics during games. Materials that are used in this layer must meet strict requirements in properties such as density, hardness and weight, and they must also demonstrate good processability. Read more
Sabic is introducing two new gauges of Ultem UTF120 polyetherimide (PEI) dielectric film for high-temperature, professional-grade capacitor applications. These new additions of 7µm and 10µm (micron) thicknesses to Sabic’s industry-leading portfolio of Ultem UTF120 film respond to customers’ requirements for film that can meet the voltage requirements of different capacitors and open the door for new design options. Sabic’s Ultem UTF120 film technology offers important advantages for capacitor applications, such as high dielectric constant and insulation resistance and low dielectric loss. Read more
Lanxess presents new low monomer products for adhesives & sealants. With its Adiprene LF products the Urethane Systems business unit brings unparalleled performance and industrial hygiene to cast elastomers, coatings, adhesives & sealants applications. The company is a leading innovator in the development of low free (LF) isocyanate technology, on which the products are based. “The focus of our development work is to broaden the range of prepolymers with very low free isocyanate content and to keep reducing the maximum amount of free isocyanate content,” said Dr Markus Eckert, head of urethane systems. Read more
Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD) announced it will install energy storage systems at its industrial gas sites in Gumi City, as well as Onsan and Yongyeon of Ulsan City, South Korea. The adoption of the energy storage technology will enable the company to improve energy efficiency of its production facilities and support the Korean government’s national plan to improve energy consumption. The energy storage systems are scheduled to come on-stream in the second half of 2018. Energy storage technologies enhance overall power consumption by capturing and storing excess energy during low demand periods for later use. Read more
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