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2019 Results: ALTANA Holds Its Ground in a Challenging Environment and Sets the Course for Further Growth
In the 2019 fiscal year, the specialty chemicals Group ALTANA held its ground in a challenging market environment and at the same time set the course for further growth.
Measures Lejeune concerning Corona crisis
Following the additional measures announced by the Dutch government to prevent the spread of the Corona virus, Lejeune Association Management has decided to work from now on with an adapted, minimum occupancy at the office in order to limit the risks of contamination.
IST Metz presents itself as technology leader Primary tabs
At Drupa, visitors to the stand of UV equipment manufacturer IST Metz in Hall 1, Stand 1B23, can experience the latest UV and LED curing technology live in print demonstrations four times a day.
Adhesive solutions for efficient Li-ion cell assembly
As automotive electrification continues to evolve, powerful lithium-ion (li-ion) battery architectures are at the center of discussions around electric vehicles.
BASF invests in the expansion of polyurethane dispersion business in Europe
BASF announced a single-digit million-euro investment in the capacity expansion of water-based polyurethane dispersions at its Castellbisbal site in Spain.
ALTANA Completes Acquisition of Schmid Rhyner AG
The specialty chemicals group ALTANA has completed the acquisition of the overprint varnish specialist Schmid Rhyner AG, which was previously part of the Swiss Conzzeta Group.
Curing and matting in seconds with UV and Excimer technology
At PaintExpo, which will take place from April 21-24 in Karlsruhe, Germany, UV equipment manufacturer IST Metz will present its range of high-performance systems for curing and matting industrial coatings in seconds using UV, LED and Excimer technology in Hall 2, Stand 2402.
UV and LED Technology for Printed Electronics Primary tabs
At the LOPEC, which takes place from 25. to 26. March in Munich, UV equipment manufacturer IST Metz will present the latest UV and LED units for fast and reliable curing of printed circuits.