E&EE market. Exolit OP (based on
organophosphorous compounds) has
been manufactured at the Hürth-Knapsack plant since the product line was
launched in 2004.
Clariant has developed two new non-halogenated FRs in Hürth-Knapsack
under the name Exolit EP specifically for
the flame retardancy of epoxy resins. Both
products are aimed at the requirements of
printed circuit boards and therefore perform vital functions such as minimizing
the impact of the FR on the glass transition temperature of the plastic, which is a
key parameter in epoxy resin chemistry in
this demanding application. In addition, it
has been shown that Exolit EP can reduce
the quantity of flame retardant required
by up to 50% compared with conventional products.
Alongside the Exolit OP and EP product families, Clariant also manufactures
the Exolit AP flame retardant, which is
based on ammonium polyphosphates
(AP). This FR renders polyolefins fit for
use in electrical and electronic items and
increases the fire resistance time of
steel/building structures. Further product
groups include Exolit RP, based on red
phosphorous in various formulations and
dosage forms for polyamides, and Exolit
5060, used for viscose fibers for protective
and safety clothing.
Aakash Chemicals recognized
by Inc. Magazine for two
consecutive years
Aakash Chemicals has once again been
named one of Inc. Magazine’s “Fastest
Growing Private Companies in Amer-
ica.” As an honoree in 2011 and now a
repeat honoree in 2012, Aakash Chemi-
cals continues to grow at a rapid pace.
Aakash Chemicals is especially honored
by this year’s award because it is almost
impossible to sustain the year on year
growth that is required to make this list
two years in a row, the company said.
Eastman celebrates 50 years of
producing Eastman Texanol
Texanol is Eastman’s longest standing
product produced at is Longview, Texas
site. To commemorate the 50-year an-
niversary, Eastman held a cele-
bration event at the Longview
site for employees and retirees
who have worked in the produc-
tion of Texanol over the years.
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