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Fraunhofer FEP has developed a new roll-to-roll production process for manufacturing metal-on-polymer current collectors. This technology enables the precise application of copper and aluminum layers onto polymer films to produce current collectors with electrical conductivity and thickness comparable to conventional metal foil-based current collectors. These results provide industry with a valuable basis for optimizing lithium-ion batteries.

Two students from the Freie Josef-Schwarz-Schule in Heilbronn have been awarded the prestigious ALTANA Special Prize in Chemistry during JUGEND GRÜNDET finals. The team impressed the jury with their innovative business idea for edible algae-based cups, designed to reduce plastic waste at sporting events. The official award ceremony took place yesterday during the national finals. in Stuttgart.

Perstorp and BRB, wholly-owned subsidiaries of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad, inaugurated a new innovation hub in Shanghai, China. This advanced laboratory opened on April 17th and will support growth in the region by increasing technical support for customers with a specific focus on the Asian market.

Global specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), will serve growing specialty fluids markets from new site in Amsterdam.

• Goal: virtually greenhouse gas-free worldwide in all three scopes by 2050 • Already by 2040, a reduction of emissions within ALTANA’s direct influence (Scope 1 and 2) by 90 percent • Science-based approach: ALTANA’s climate targets have been confirmed by the renowned Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) • Progress so far: Between 2014 and 2023, ALTANA already reduced greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 70 percent

The reclassification of TPO (Diphenyl (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide, CAS n. 75980-60-8) is a significant change within the energy curing industry, as it directly impacts product formulation, regulatory compliance, and market dynamics.

Following the success of last year's UV LED basics webinars, RadTech Europe is excited to announce a new series focusing on specific applications of UV LED technology in 2024. This eight-part webinar series will delve deeper into how UV LED technology is utilized in various industries, providing valuable insights for businesses looking to explore this innovative curing solution.

After a long break, the time has come again: drupa will take place in Düsseldorf from May 28 to June 7. UV system manufacturer IST METZ from Nürtingen, will celebrate a special milestone in the company's more than 45-year history this year.