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Issue 32 | December 2007 | www.epda.com
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EPDA members are invited to submit news on their company and products for publication in EPDA’s E-Update newsletter. News may be submitted in any language, to be translated by EPDA staff, and may include photographs. Please e-mail news (in a Microsoft Word document or as text in an e-mail) to epda@epda.com. Please note that submissions may be edited for length and clarity. WEFAPRESS® CONTINUES TO INVEST IN PRODUCTION OF PRESSED SHEET The continuous strong demand of engineering plastics (UHMW-PE in particular), as well as the excellent prospects for compression moulded polymers (superior properties, better dimensional stability) triggered the investment decision. With the 6200 x 2500 press format, Wefapresstakes into consideration the growing demand of polyethylene sheet in 3050 x 1250 mm. In addition, these dimensions allow for large machined parts with diameter up to 2500 mm. The press is designed to produce UHMW-PE in thin (8 mm) as well as thick (200 mm) sheet with a homogenous property profile (UHMW-PE compliant with TG1 und TG2, DIN 16972 / EN ISO 15527). For more information, visit www.wefapress.de.GREATEST K FAIR EVER FOR GEVACRIL ACRYLICS The great feedback of this year's K confirmed the success of Gevavcril’s new products:
“It was a fantastic confirmation that our efforts to differentiate the range and increase the service towards our distributors are much appreciated. We keep on going with innovations and new items,” announced Mr. Paolo Cattaneo during a press conference at the K exhibition. More information is available at www.gevacril.com and www.iplex.it. |
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products are prepared from information furnished by CATS AND DOGS DINE IN STYLE- WITH PERSPEX® Created by husband and wife business team, Dawn and Russell Hawkins, the Scissal range of pet dining tables includes wall mounted and free-standing options. All are made using hard wearing, hygienic and easy-to-clean Perspex in a range of exciting colours that will grace any discerning pet lovers home. Scissal’s pet dining tables not only look superb, they also have been specially designed to allow dogs and cats to eat their food from a more elevated position, making it easier to eat and digest their food. This is particularly important if your cat or dog has any kind of digestive disorder, or as they get older. The Hawkins both come from design backgrounds and understand the value of using quality materials. “We use Perspex because it is just so easy to work with. The material is easy to fabricate and we get great technical support and service. It’s easy to get samples and sheet when you need it, and most of all the quality is consistent and the colours are bang on trend,” Dawn Hawkins said. Visit www.lucitesolutions.com for more information. QUINN PLASTICS INTRODUCES QUINN CAST BEAUTÉ AND ANTI-BACTERIAL PRODUCT TO CASTRANGE
According to Judith Sanz, Quinn Plastics manager, Barcelona, Quinn CAST Beauté’s unique formulation makes it the perfect material for use in cosmetic display units, as well as in screen printing (when under stress). Quinn CAST Beauté can be produced upon request in any colour reference from transparent to opaque and with smooth or matt surfaces including the possibilities of final product design. Produced at Quinn Plastics’ Barcelona plant, Quinn CAST Beauté is available Europe-wide. Quinn CAST Anti-Bac is endowed with anti-microbial and fungicide protection, which makes it ideal for use in places where extreme hygienic conditions are required, such as medical and laboratory facilities, as well as in gyms, spas, hotels, sanitary applications and public rest rooms. Quinn CAST Anti-Bac’s special additive, which blocks the development of micro-organisms, means that the material can increase the level of hygiene in specific areas, eliminate the development of odours and dark stains on material, and stand up to prolonged washing. The additive is also colourless, which means it can be used in all colour references as well as in clear material without modifying the final aspect of the sheet. In addition, Quinn CAST Anti-Bac has better chemical resistance and is easier to thermoform than standard Quinn CAST material. Visit www.quinn-plastics.com for more information. |
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PLASTICS RECYCLING BOOK AVAILABLE The Handbook of Plastics Recycling discusses some of the state-of-the-art techniques of recycling post-consumer plastic materials and focuses on mechanical recycling, chemical recycling and energy recovery. |
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For a list of all events, please visit www.epda.com/industry.cfm PLASTIC PIPE FITTINGS AND JOINTS 2007 The conference aims to cover a range of current technical and commercial issues facing the industry, including key applications and markets for different types of pipe joint technology. Plastic Pipes Fittings and Joints 2007 provides an international forum for all companies involved in the technology of joining pipes, including pipe industry experts, fitting manufacturers, plastics welding experts and material suppliers to the plastic pipe fittings industry. Please contact Jenny Skinner at js@amiplastics.com for details about this event. EUROSHOP Visit www.euroshop.de for more information. POLYOLEFIN ADDITIVES 2008 Please contact Rebecca Merriott, rm@amiplastics.com for more information. HANNOVER MESSE At HANNOVER MESSE you'll make new customer contacts, meeting the very people your business needs. Ten flagship international trade shows attract knowledgeable professionals from all branches of industry. So you can present your innovations and solutions to exactly the right target groups — with just one trade fair appearance and at minimal cost. Visit www.messe.de for more information. |
Wefapress’ new press, with a format of 6200 x 2500 mm, will primarily produce UHMW-PE sheet in a range of 8 to 200 mm thicknesses. Start-up of this new line (“Press 14”) will be the first quarter of 2008.
The great news is that these specialities will be distributed without requiring the usual minimal quantity and are ready from stock. 
Scissal pet dining tables are a completely new concept in caring for your pet. Made using Perspex® acrylic sheet in a range of stylish and contemporary colours and effects that will look good in any home, the range of Scissal pet dining tables not only look good, they offer health benefits for your pet, too.
Quinn CAST Beauté has a special formulation that makes it more resistant to chemical attack, while also ensuring that it is as easy to thermoform as standard PMMA material. Quinn CAST Beauté also maintains its resistance even under conditions causing stress to the sheets such as when they have been laser cut or drilled.  |
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