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ALTANA Completes Acquisition of Schmid Rhyner AG
The specialty chemicals group ALTANA has completed the acquisition of the overprint varnish specialist Schmid Rhyner AG, which was previously part of the Swiss Conzzeta Group.
Curing and matting in seconds with UV and Excimer technology
At PaintExpo, which will take place from April 21-24 in Karlsruhe, Germany, UV equipment manufacturer IST Metz will present its range of high-performance systems for curing and matting industrial coatings in seconds using UV, LED and Excimer technology in Hall 2, Stand 2402.
UV and LED Technology for Printed Electronics Primary tabs
At the LOPEC, which takes place from 25. to 26. March in Munich, UV equipment manufacturer IST Metz will present the latest UV and LED units for fast and reliable curing of printed circuits.
Fraunhofer starts development of refrigerant-free, energy-efficient electrocaloric heat pumps
Heat pumps play a decisive role in the energy transition: Sustainably generated electricity provides heat in winter and a good climate in summer.
ALTANA division ELANTAS Bolsters India Business
ELANTAS, a division of the specialty chemicals group ALTANA, is acquiring the wire enamels activities of Hubergroup India and thus growing its business in India.
ALTANA Acquires Overprint Varnish Specialist Schmid Rhyner AG
The specialty chemicals group ALTANA is taking over the Swiss overprint varnish specialist Schmid Rhyner AG, thereby strategically expanding its ACTEGA division.