Keyword: silicones

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Polysilicon Prices and Stable Chemical Business Shape Wacker's Expectations for 2013

14.03.2013 - Wacker Chemie closed 2012 with lower sales and earnings, as already announced. In its annual report released today, the Munich-based chemical Group recorded sales of €4.63 billion...

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Dow Corning, Crystal Solar Announce Collaboration in Solar Applications

22.01.2013 - Dow Corning, a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, and Crystal Solar, a solar energy venture company focusing on Direct Gas to Wafer technology...

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Wacker Invests €1.2 Million in Middle and South America

09.11.2012 - Wacker Chemie is strategically expanding its presence in the Middle and South American growth region. Consequently, the Munich-based chemical company is extending its existing...

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Wacker Expands Collaboration with DKSH in Southeast Asia

01.11.2012 - The Munich-based Wacker Group is expanding collaboration with the Swiss market expansion services group DKSH in Southeast Asia. In addition to representing Wacker biotech products...

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Silicones Help Give Swimmers Competitive Edge

01.08.2012 - When milliseconds can mean the difference between a gold or silver medal, competitive swimmers can count on silicone accessories to give them the edge. "Races are often won or lost...

Chemicals & Distribution

Silicones Help Consumers Turn Back the Beauty Clock

Dow Deutschland Anlagengesellschaft mbH - Scientists may never discover the fountain of youth, but that doesn't mean you have to look your age. Personal care products containing silicones help minimize the appearance of...

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Wacker Chemie Sells Tire-Release-Agent Business To Rhein Chemie

12.07.2011 - Germany's specialty chemical products company Wacker Chemie has sold its silicone-based tire-release-agent business to Rhein Chemie Rheinau for an undisclosed purchase price...

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Dow Corning Reports Solid Q1 2011

09.05.2011 - Dow Corning reported increased sales and a solid income in first quarter 2011, with an adjusted net income of $175 million and quarterly sales of $1.58 billion. The company said...