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Our chlor-alkali experts recently participated in the Chlorine Institute’s annual technology symposium and expo. We had the opportunity to learn from professionals about the industry’s latest advances and challenges. We also discussed the unique advantages of our line of FORBLUE® FLEMION fluorinated ion exchange membranes in high-quality caustic soda and caustic potash production. The Chlorine…
At AGC Chemicals Americas, we are always looking for new opportunities to support and give back to our community, especially when it involves bettering the lives of the next generation. That is why we were proud to support and partner with Harmony for Peace Foundation for their musical production of “Concert 2GO”. The performance was…
Today’s automotive engineers are challenged to design lightweight vehicles that operate with maximum power and minimal fuel consumption. With great emphasis placed on turbo efficiency, it is important to select materials for engine components that can stand up to demanding, under-the-hood applications. Recent advances in lamination technology for multi-layer hose constructions have caused manufacturers to…
Some of the world’s most beautiful locations come with difficult challenges for the architects and construction engineering companies who need to build there. Today’s architects look to create unique and stunning architecture that can also withstand the challenges of severe climates, and they often have to deal with sustainability requirements as well. To keep buildings…
The second annual Elevation Awards, sponsored by Durability + Design, recognizes architects, interior designers, painting contractors, manufacturers and suppliers who participated in outstanding building projects around the world. A panel of industry professionals judge the structures and buildings based on aesthetic and technical criteria. Of the nominated buildings, three were coated with LUMIFLON® FEVE-based resins….
Corrosion is the number one enemy of industrial tanks and vessels, and the damage is costly on many levels. Not only does it destroy components of the tank, it also can contaminate the stored product, release the contained materials into the environment, raise safety concerns and increase operating costs. Performance Advantages of FEVE Resins When…
By 2025, it is projected that the global market for partially autonomous and fully autonomous cars will be $36 billion and $6 billion, respectively. And as the transportation industry works to bring autonomous vehicles to commercial sales, Fluon+ perfluoroalkoxy alkane (PFA) EA-2000 adhesives can help provide the required data processing speeds. These fluoropolymer compounds can…
Most people assume the playing surface of an indoor arena is artificial grass or turf. However, Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand, constructed its roof using an ETFE film building material so they could grow natural grass and use the stadium year-round. When it opened in 2011, Forsyth Barr was the world’s first permanently…
Architects, engineers and contractors select stone and tile to add function and decoration to structures. Whether it is for commercial or residential construction projects, these elements must be applied with liquid and oil repellents to maintain their appearance and value. That’s why AGC developed AsahiGuard® for Stone and Tile to preserve porous and non-porous stone…
The 45-year-old Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum recently had a major overhaul to bring the arena into the 21st century. This multi-purpose facility is protected from weather and wear by FEVE resin technology and will continue to be a staple in New York culture for decades to come. A Remarkable Renovation The arena, branded as, NYCB Live:…
