Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. announced that its bromate analysis solutions are fully compliant with the new ISO standard for bromate analysis by ion chromatography (IC) titled, Water quality — Determination of dissolved bromate — Method using ion chromatography (IC) and post column reaction (PCR) (ISO 11206:2011(E)). The standard adds improved limits of detection and simplifies the lab work compared to ISO 15061:2001.
A floating weed that clogs waterways around the world has at least one redeeming feature: it has inspired a high-tech waterproof coating intended for boats and submarines.
The total market for radiation-curing ink for packaging will grow 24 percent from its 2011 base to almost 37,500 tonnes by 2016. In value terms, 60 percent-plus growth will take the market to over $883 million in the same period according to a new study by Pira International and Radtech Europe.
Swiss-based specialty chemicals company Clariant strengthened its presence in Asia with the opening of its new regional headquarters for Southeast Asia and the Pacific and its new Global Textile Chemicals headquarters, both located in Singapore.
Perstorp and PTT Global Chemical announced plans to launch a joint venture dedicated to the manufacturing and sales of aromatic (TDI) and aliphatic (IPDI, HDI and derivates) isocyanates serving the polyurethane industry.
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