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Products with special photocatalytic coating reach market
FOCUS Products with special photocatalytic coating reach market A photocatalytic coating, consisting of a sulfur-doped titanium dioxide photocatalyst and DuPont’s Nafion fluoropolymer, was jointly developed by Nishi Paint Industry, Metal Tech, Pialex Technologies, and the Kyushu Institute of Technology. The coating is active against bacteria, mould and influenza viruses even in low-light scenarios. It is also effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Nishi Paint is selling a mould-prevention system, which features the photocatalytic coating, for use in foodprocessing factories, hospitals, and public facilities. The coating is also featured in Metal Tech’s products such as exterior wall panels. Original Source: Japan Chemical Web, 11 Oct 2011 (Website: http://www.japanchemicalweb.jp) © The Chemical Daily Co Ltd 2011
Icopal: Nox-Activ membrane Icopal has used titanium dioxide and a photo-catalyst based on the Nox-Activ range to produce a grit for protection of impermeable bituminous membranes. The anti-pollution action is permanent and makes use of solar energy (UV rays) to activate decomposition of harmful substances in the air such as oxides of nitrogen into nitrates that are washed away by rain. The membrane is ideal for use in both residential and public buildings and retains its efficiency throughout its life. The membrane is made of elastomeric SBS bitumen with high elastomeric and adhesive properties. The high adhesion of the grit to the bituminous material avoids material loss. Mono-layer and double layer membranes are available and can be applied to wood, metal, cement, and insulator supports. The Nox-Activ membrane fits into sustainable development schemes since it requires less energy for production and transport, does not contain harmful ingredients, and does not need special maintenance. Original Source: Energie & Ambiente Newsletter, 11 Oct 2011, 9 (in Italian) (Website: http://www.ilb2b.it) © Fiera Milano Fiera Milano Editore SpA 2011
Dow introduces next generation of catalyst technology The Dow Chemical Co has introduced CONSISTA C601 Polypropylene
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Catalyst, the first 6th generation Ziegler Natta catalyst. CONSISTA C601 is a non-phthalate based catalyst system with broad applicability and advantaged capability to produce high performance polymers. Requiring no capital or upgrades to existing facilities, this catalyst system enables polypropylene producers to recognize numerous process advantages and product benefits. CONSISTA C601 Catalyst was used in production trials at Slovnaft Petrochemicals sro in Bratislavia, Slovakia. There, CONSISTA C601 was used to produce homopolymer and high melt flow impact copolymers where significant process advantages were recognized while maintaining excellent product quality. CONSISTA C601 demonstrated excellent catalyst yield and the capability to make a broad range of products with a non-phthalate based catalyst system. Press release from: Dow Chemical Co, 2030, Dow Centre, Midland, MI 48642, USA, tel: +1 989 636 1000, fax: +1 989 636 3518, website: http://www.dow.com (4 Oct 2011)
Dow announces feasibility study for NORDEL IP Hydrocarbon Rubber The Dow Chemical Co will initiate a feasibility study for the construction of a new world-scale plant for the production of metallocene ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), sold under the trademark of NORDEL IP Hydrocarbon Rubber. The new plant is expected to set the standard in cost and efficiencies by incorporating the use of Dow’s newest proprietary catalyst technology and production via Dow’s solution process. The intent of the feasibility study is to identify potential partners and locations for this new EPDM production plant. End-use applications for NORDEL IP include automotive weatherstripping, automotive hoses and belts, building profiles, footwear soling, and general rubber products. Press release from: Dow Chemical Co, 2030, Dow Centre, Midland, MI 48642, USA, tel: +1 989 636 1000, fax: +1 989 636 3518, website: http://www.dow.com (4 Oct 2011)
Dow introduces new ELITE advanced technology polyethylene resins across Asia Pacific
Asahi to commercialize butadiene and propylene processes
Dow Performance Packaging has announced the launch of its latest breakthrough product range – ELITE Advanced Technology (AT) Polyethylene (PE) Resins, across the Asia Pacific region. Developed after years of intensive research and utilizing Dow’s latest technology, ELITE AT Resins are a proprietary and patent-pending post-metallocene technology built on the Company’s INSITE Technology platform, which has brought new levels of performance to polyolefins. Since its launch in 1993, this breakthrough technology has delivered nine new-tothe-world polymers that have generated $17 bn in revenue and, since 2005, have been growing at a rate of 15% per year. Materials enabled by INSITE Technology have also been recognized with 8 R&D 100 Awards from R&D Magazine, which each year identifies and celebrates the top high technology products introduced to the market.
Asahi Kasei Chemicals is preparing to commercialize its new BB-Flex and E-Flex process technologies for butadiene and propylene production, respectively. The BB-Flex process enables manufacture of butadiene using the C4 fraction butane. The company is studying 50,000-100,000 tonne/y production capacity, most likely at the Mizushima complex in Japan. Planned startup is in 2015, concurrent with the expected completion of the second-phase expansion of Asahi’s solutionpolymerized styrene-butadiene rubber project in Singapore, or by 2017 at the latest, when the company opens a new SBR plant. Demonstration is underway for the E-Flex process for the highly selective manufacture of C2 fractionbased propylene at a 1000 tonne/y pilot plant in the Mizushima complex. The plan is to construct a commercial-scale plant with capacity of more than 100,000 tonne/y, possibly in the Middle East.
Press release from: Dow Chemical Co, 2030, Dow Centre, Midland, MI 48642, USA, tel: +1 989 636 1000, fax: +1 989 636 3518, website: http://www.dow.com (4 Oct 2011)
Original Source: Japan Chemical Web, 17 Oct 2011 (Website: http://www.japanchemicalweb.jp) © The Chemical Daily Co Ltd 2011
DECEMBER 2011
Icopal: Nox-Activ membrane Icopal has used titanium dioxide and a photo-catalyst based on the Nox-Activ range to produce a grit for protection of impermeable bituminous membranes. The anti-pollution action is permanent and makes use of solar energy (UV rays) to activate decomposition of harmful substances in the air such as oxides of nitrogen into nitrates that are washed away by rain. The membrane is ideal for use in both residential and public buildings and retains its efficiency throughout its life. The membrane is made of elastomeric SBS bitumen with high elastomeric and adhesive properties. The high adhesion of the grit to the bituminous material avoids material loss. Mono-layer and double layer membranes are available and can be applied to wood, metal, cement, and insulator supports. The Nox-Activ membrane fits into sustainable development schemes since it requires less energy for production and transport, does not contain harmful ingredients, and does not need special maintenance. Original Source: Energie & Ambiente Newsletter, 11 Oct 2011, 9 (in Italian) (Website: http://www.ilb2b.it) © Fiera Milano Fiera Milano Editore SpA 2011
Dow introduces next generation of catalyst technology The Dow Chemical Co has introduced CONSISTA C601 Polypropylene
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ON
C ATA LY S T S
Catalyst, the first 6th generation Ziegler Natta catalyst. CONSISTA C601 is a non-phthalate based catalyst system with broad applicability and advantaged capability to produce high performance polymers. Requiring no capital or upgrades to existing facilities, this catalyst system enables polypropylene producers to recognize numerous process advantages and product benefits. CONSISTA C601 Catalyst was used in production trials at Slovnaft Petrochemicals sro in Bratislavia, Slovakia. There, CONSISTA C601 was used to produce homopolymer and high melt flow impact copolymers where significant process advantages were recognized while maintaining excellent product quality. CONSISTA C601 demonstrated excellent catalyst yield and the capability to make a broad range of products with a non-phthalate based catalyst system. Press release from: Dow Chemical Co, 2030, Dow Centre, Midland, MI 48642, USA, tel: +1 989 636 1000, fax: +1 989 636 3518, website: http://www.dow.com (4 Oct 2011)
Dow announces feasibility study for NORDEL IP Hydrocarbon Rubber The Dow Chemical Co will initiate a feasibility study for the construction of a new world-scale plant for the production of metallocene ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), sold under the trademark of NORDEL IP Hydrocarbon Rubber. The new plant is expected to set the standard in cost and efficiencies by incorporating the use of Dow’s newest proprietary catalyst technology and production via Dow’s solution process. The intent of the feasibility study is to identify potential partners and locations for this new EPDM production plant. End-use applications for NORDEL IP include automotive weatherstripping, automotive hoses and belts, building profiles, footwear soling, and general rubber products. Press release from: Dow Chemical Co, 2030, Dow Centre, Midland, MI 48642, USA, tel: +1 989 636 1000, fax: +1 989 636 3518, website: http://www.dow.com (4 Oct 2011)
Dow introduces new ELITE advanced technology polyethylene resins across Asia Pacific
Asahi to commercialize butadiene and propylene processes
Dow Performance Packaging has announced the launch of its latest breakthrough product range – ELITE Advanced Technology (AT) Polyethylene (PE) Resins, across the Asia Pacific region. Developed after years of intensive research and utilizing Dow’s latest technology, ELITE AT Resins are a proprietary and patent-pending post-metallocene technology built on the Company’s INSITE Technology platform, which has brought new levels of performance to polyolefins. Since its launch in 1993, this breakthrough technology has delivered nine new-tothe-world polymers that have generated $17 bn in revenue and, since 2005, have been growing at a rate of 15% per year. Materials enabled by INSITE Technology have also been recognized with 8 R&D 100 Awards from R&D Magazine, which each year identifies and celebrates the top high technology products introduced to the market.
Asahi Kasei Chemicals is preparing to commercialize its new BB-Flex and E-Flex process technologies for butadiene and propylene production, respectively. The BB-Flex process enables manufacture of butadiene using the C4 fraction butane. The company is studying 50,000-100,000 tonne/y production capacity, most likely at the Mizushima complex in Japan. Planned startup is in 2015, concurrent with the expected completion of the second-phase expansion of Asahi’s solutionpolymerized styrene-butadiene rubber project in Singapore, or by 2017 at the latest, when the company opens a new SBR plant. Demonstration is underway for the E-Flex process for the highly selective manufacture of C2 fractionbased propylene at a 1000 tonne/y pilot plant in the Mizushima complex. The plan is to construct a commercial-scale plant with capacity of more than 100,000 tonne/y, possibly in the Middle East.
Press release from: Dow Chemical Co, 2030, Dow Centre, Midland, MI 48642, USA, tel: +1 989 636 1000, fax: +1 989 636 3518, website: http://www.dow.com (4 Oct 2011)
Original Source: Japan Chemical Web, 17 Oct 2011 (Website: http://www.japanchemicalweb.jp) © The Chemical Daily Co Ltd 2011
DECEMBER 2011