11.12.2009
- When in 1991 carbon nanotubes (CNT) were first observed by Prof. Iijima, no one would ever have thought that this new form of carbon would become one of the most exciting...
11.12.2009
- Cognis recently adopted a new set of guidelines that combine the internationally recognized 24 principles of Green Chemistry and Green Engineering. By doing so, the company is both...
11.12.2009
- Solar radiation is an unlimited source of renewable energy. The direct conversion of solar radiation into electricity by photovoltaic modules is acknowledged as the most...
11.12.2009
- In recent years the Russian refining and petrochemical industry has gone through different periods: breakdown, stabilization and boost. Now it is dusting itself off and starting to...
Hans Turck GmbH & Co. KG - Turck launches a range of new solutions for use in hazardous areas: Based on the reliable BL20 fieldbus system, the Muelheim-based automation specialist introduces a comprehensive...
- The new EX270 dome from Hernis is engineered specifically with correct optical rendering in mind. The design allows for an astounding 36x zoom without mentionable image distortion...
11.12.2009
- New options for the surveillance of working areas, production flow control, reactor monitoring or similar tasks are available in the form of modern network and video technology...
11.12.2009
- In times of financial crises, the focus of interest for the chemical industry is on how to increase process efficiency. Easy access to process information and full process...
11.12.2009
- Within the area of renewable power generation, Solar thermal power plants have the technological advantage that they can continue to run during the night with heat stored during...
11.12.2009
- By putting a second nitrous oxide reduction plant (LARA) into operation at the Chempark Krefeld-Uerdingen site in Germany, specialty chemicals group Lanxess has moved a big step...