Press Releases

ATLANTA – PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers, a global leader in high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) solutions, today unveiled OnFlex™ AW, a new line of non-halogen flame-retardant TPEs for the appliance industry. These new wire and cable insulation and jacketing specialty materials help support appliance manufacturers’ sustainability goals by combining outstanding physical performance with an eco-conscious solution that enables reduced material usage and lighter weight. View more and related images

Philadelphia – Dow Corning, a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation is showcasing at LIGHTFAIR®International 2013 (booth #159) how LED designers and manufacturers can capitalize on the unique benefits that advanced silicone materials offer the fast-growing LED lighting industry. On display at the company’s booth, LED applications and live demonstrations are spotlighting how high-performance silicones contribute to improved efficiencies, greater design freedom and enhanced productivity. View more and related images

Philadelphia – Dow Corning, a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, introduced at LIGHTFAIR® International 2013 (booth #159) its new Dow Corning® Dispensable Thermal Pads, an innovative technology developed for more cost-effective thermal management in LED lighting applications. The new materials now enable LED lamp and luminaire manufacturers to quickly and precisely print a layer of thermally conductive silicone compound in controllable thicknesses on complex substrate shapes while ensuring excellent thermal management properties and reduced manufacturing cost. View more and related images

CHICAGO – PolyOne Designed Structures and Solutions (NYSE: POL), a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services, and solutions, is highlighting specialty applications that can create a lasting brand experience and improve consumer satisfaction at the GlobalShop tradeshow this week. The PolyOne hands-on, interactive booth, constructed of its own Polycast™ cell cast acrylic panels, features 12 interactive displays, each involving a different solution. The exhibits demonstrate how these eye-catching materials, called Visual Plastics™, can provide versatile, high-performance replacements for more traditional materials like wood, glass and metal. View more and related images

SHANGHAI – PolyOne Corporation and NEU Specialty Engineered Materials today announced that NEU’s collaboration with FinLumen Inc. (Beijing) has resulted in better performance, processability, part quality and appearance for a minimally invasive surgical catheter. NEU, a leading provider of polymer solutions for healthcare device manufacturers worldwide, worked with Demax Medical Technology Co., Ltd. to develop a specialty material that meets end use and regulatory requirements while reducing scrap rates by 50 percent. View more and related images

日期：2013年3月20日- 美国密歇根州米德兰市——全球领先的有机硅、硅基技术与创新企业道康宁公司向医疗保健行业推出道康宁®QP1系列液体硅橡胶(LSR)，为精密医疗器械及部件的生产制造提供更为丰富的材料选择。该系列包括八款半透明有机硅弹性体，专为短期、非植入及插入式用途而研发，有各种硬度可供选择，同时具有一系列包括高撕裂强度在内的高性能与多项加工优势，从而可缩短加工周期。该系列材料与其它原材料结合配方后制成的产品符合美国食品和药物管理局 (FDA)的食品接触级标准，并通过美国药典(USP)VI级测试。 View more and related images

KENNESAW, Ga. – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today unveiled new Wilflex™ Epic™ Top Score inks, available in a series of premixed colors that serve the changing demands of the athletic screen printing market. This new, non-phthalate technology delivers a “big brand” look on performance athletic fabric substrates while addressing environmental and regulatory concerns. View more and related images

Midland, Mich.– Dow Corning, a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, announced today that it will introduce an innovative new thermal management silicone technology for light emitting diode (LED) lamps and luminaires at LIGHTFAIR® International (LFI) in booth #159. They will exhibit these materials as part of their growing family of industry-leading LED lighting solutions. The company will conduct live demonstrations at its booth to spotlight how silicones can increase efficiency, expand LED design options and provide greatly improved processability, underscoring how these products are fast becoming the materials of choice in critical lamp and luminaire applications. View more and related images

CLEVELAND – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced the expansion of its Geon™ VBX Series vinyl powder solutions with new production lines at existing PolyOne facilities in Kutno, Poland and Dongguan, China. These tailored, slush-molding powders from PolyOne help automotive OEMs and Tier One suppliers increase productivity, reduce scrap and address the need for reduced-weight automotive interiors. View more and related images

Battice, Belgium – March 12, 2013– Germanischer Lloyd (GL) has approved HiPer-tex™ W2020 high-performance direct roving from 3B-the fibreglass company. This new certification complements the recent GL approval for SE2020 single end reinforcements. Both benchmark products benefit from proprietary sizings developed for use with specific resin systems (epoxy) principally for the manufacturing of non-crimped fabrics and FRP laminates for applications in, but not exclusively, wind turbine blades. View more and related images