CHINAPLAS 2014: Chyi Yang’s blown film machine

The machine is ideal for the production of PE stretch film & PE cling film.

CHINAPLAS: High-speed robots from Alfa

Alfa sold more than 100,000 units of robots overseas

Emergency call system for Russian automotive market

Oberthur and Ficosa demonstrate system that generates GLONASS profile for emergency call and commercial profile for telematics services

IRI reports New Product Pacesetters

The best-selling launches of 2013 truly demonstrate the power of promising healthier, worry-free expectations and experiences, as well as of providing economical options, according to IRI.

PolyOne appoints new CEO

Robert Patterson as new CEO to succeed Stephen Newlin

Clariant meets stricter flammability standards

Cost-efficient non-halogenated alternatives for thermosets used in aircraft, rail, road and sea transport applications

Evonik develops more scratch resistant automotive clear coats

New facility for producing the key component—silyl isocyanate—is already up and running

FCC wins €506-mn Doha Metro contract

The FCC-led consortium awarded ‘Red Line’ contract by Qatar Railways Company

Seco adds to holemaking & milling line

New rough boring heads simplify holemaking process and hydraulic chuck designed for rough milling process

Engineering award for Abu Dhabi project management

Louis Berger recognized for work on the $1.36-bn Sheikh Zayed Street/Tunnel project

$550 mn earmarked for Nigerian energy infrastructure

Funds to boost the development of the power sector and improve power supply

Adding the ultra-feminine touch to beauty packaging

Not only does a pretty flowing bow or a jauntily tied grosgrain ribbon instantly convey a feminine touch, it also makes any item seem like a gift.