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Henkel’s new gasketing technology allows for direct dispensation of a liquid gasket onto parts

Henkel has recently expanded its gasketing product portfolio by including new materials and technologies that have been specifically designed for the automotive industry. With higher oil resistance and proven lower gas permeability, Loctite AA 5884 is a new polyacrylate gasketing technology that enables customers to...

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has developed a new, innovative sealing concept for small, electric household appliances

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has launched series production of a modular sealing unit that combines a classic radial shaft seal with a plastic outer case. The design promotes better long-term seal performance and longevity, is easier to assemble and significantly lowers manufacturing costs in comparison with...

DSM introduces new value offering to its high-performance fibers business

Royal DSM announces the launch of a value offering product portfolio for ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), Trosar. In line with the growing demand for materials solutions that deliver higher strength and durability, Trosar will bring the unique benefits of UHMWPE within reach of more manufacturers,...

Perstorp enters fertilizer market with chloride-free potassium product

Perstorp is entering the fertilizer market through the launch of Amicult K42. This chloride-free potassium source is shown to have a high solubility and absorption rate, without increasing salinity or clogging foliar and drip irrigation systems. Amicult K42 is now being launched in selected markets. “With high-salinity...

Nestlé pilots reusable and refillable dispensers to reduce single-use packaging

Nestlé is piloting reusable and refillable dispensers for petcare and soluble coffee as part of its efforts to reduce single-use packaging. The in-store dispensers offer consumers a shopping experience that is free of single-use packaging, along with flexibility and variety of product choice. Consumers can bring...

Bring out the wonder in wood, naturally: Clariant is launching new solutions for the paints and coatings industry

As we enter a new decade, where the environment will be an increased focus for businesses and consumers around the world, Clariant is stepping up to the challenge and supporting the industry with a full suite of more sustainable additives and coatings solutions. “Clariant’s strategy in the next decade prioritizes...

Remote access to IT systems for plant monitoring and control

Many industrial plant operators are currently limiting access to their facilities in order to protect both their own employees and those of their service providers. With fewer people moving around the plant, the risk of the Covid-19 virus spreading is also lower. But many of these plants produce essential products for...

Sleek automation solution: new Compact-S PLC

B&R is offering a new Compact-S PLC with 512 MB of RAM and 2 GB of internal flash memory. That gives the X20CP0484-1 more than twice the RAM capacity of previous models from the Compact-S series. It is ideal for applications with high requirements for memory and performance.

Multi-port valve block made from stainless steel with the control valve Gemü 567 Biostar control

With immediate effect, the valve specialist Gemü offers solutions for manufacturing diaphragm globe valves with PD design (Plug Diaphragm) as multi-port valve blocks made from stainless steel in a reliable process. The focus is on the requirements for "hygienic design" and cost effective process-optimized manufacture....

Viscotec hygienic dispenser

How exactly should laundry detergent be dosed so that the laundry is completely clean, without the environment suffering? Does the dishwasher detergent compartment have to be filled completely in order to achieve streak-free cleanliness? But then it might not be possible to close the drawer properly? These are just a...