New rules on health claims will impact L. America

New functional and health claims rules under development in Brazil, significant for the region, says EAS

L'Oreal offers $840 mln for Chinese Magic Holdings

L'Oreal has offered to acquire Magic Holdings International, a Hong Kong-listed maker of facial masks in China for $840 million

Chr. Hansen releases natural blue colourant

The company’s Natural Colors Division launches natural blue for the U.S. confectionery and gum industries

Xerium on first phase of press felt plant in China

Xerium Technologies, Inc. plans to build a new, high-end press felt plant near Shanghai, China.

Oriental Holdings sells China plastic firm

Oriental Holdings Bhd (OHB) sells China subsidiary for RMB144.225 million.

Plastic solar cells with 80% fill factor show promises

The power-conversion efficiency achievable with polymer solar cells may be far beyond the current levels.

Southern African Vinyls Association joins PVCMedAlliance

Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) joins the PVCMedAlliance – an international PVC industry chain platform on the use of PVC in healthcare delivery.

Seco advances holemaking with new PCD-tipped drills

Seco’s new CX1 and CX2 solid polycrystalline diamond-tipped drills bring increased tool life, productivity and quality to manufacturers machining holes in composite materials.

EMO 2013: Metalworking players showcase its capabilities

The EMO Hannover will be opening its doors from 16 to 21 September 2013. At the world’s premier trade fair for the metalworking sector, international manufacturers of production technology will under the keynote theme of “Intelligence in Production” be showcasing their products, solutions and services relating to metal as a material. On the other hand, Taiwanese metalworking players will display its machine tool developments during the show.

New era of advanced technology

Machinery parts cleaning can be quick, effective and responsible

Malaysia’s machinery and tools market