End-Use Markets
Gelest, Inc. acquires BIOSAFE antimicrobial technology
At ANTEC® 2016, Gelest, Inc. will be highlighting its silicon-based BIOSAFE® antimicrobial, which it recently acquired after a two-year period of exclusive licensing. Gelest is now shepherding the product through Food Contact approvals from the U.S. FDA and EPA. BIOSAFE antimicrobial imparts bacteriostatic, fungistatic, and algistatic properties to substrates, including plastics, to prevent deterioration and discoloration …
Worldwide protective products adds Dyneema Diamond Technology in spun yarn form to protective gloves portfolio
Worldwide Protective Products and DSM Dyneema announced in October a completion of a technology licensing agreement enabling Worldwide to bring to market protective work gloves made with Dyneema® Diamond Technology, the world’s most advanced material for cut protection. Working with Dyneema Diamond Technology allows Worldwide to capitalize on the material’s unique properties that deliver extreme …
Gelest biosafe antimicrobial technology: protecting textiles safely
By Donald Wagner and Joel Zazyczny, Gelest, Inc.
BIOSAFE® is a new silicon-based antimicrobial from Gelest, Inc. Its novel activity imparts long lasting bacteriostatic, fungistatic and algistatic properties to substrates, such as textiles, preventing deterioration and discoloration caused by fungi.
Reyes Groupe sells the Verdol Parts- and service business to Saurer Valence – France
Saurer and Reyes Groupe recently announced the sale of some Verdol assets to Saurer. Reyes Groupe has concluded the deal of selling its Verdol parts and service business to the Saurer Business Unit Allma Volkmann. This deal is a “win-win” solution for the two companies. For Allma Volkmann it is the opportunity to further improve …
Autefa develops next generation fiber baling press
Autefa Solutions has been working successfully in the field of staple fiber logistics for 65 years. The automation concepts of Autefa Solutions are used in the production of viscose, polyester and acrylic fibers as well as acetate cigarette tow. Global Sales Director Dirk Falise explained: “Together with market-leading fiber producers we have developed a new …