India : Clariant offers complete solutions for processing of yarns & knits

February 27, 2008

Clariant Chemicals (India) Ltd organized a seminar on “Cost Effective Processes for Knits and Yarns”, on February 18, 2008 at Hotel Angel, in Tirupur.

This seminar highlighted the PROCESS EFFICIENT, COST EFFECTIVE and ECO-FRIENDLY packages for Yarns and Knits.

Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Anjani Prasad, Head of Textile, Leather & Paper Chemicals Division, Clariant Chemicals (India) Limited, emphasized that Clariant offers complete solutions for the processing of yarns and knits.

He elucidated upon the benefits of Ecoswat Concept, highlighting the use of right technology for optimized cost of processes and meeting the required ecological requirements coupled with low consumption of water and utilities. Clariant has set up an expert team to manage all the processes with support from the Consultancy Services team, our state-of-art Lab facilities and the Product Safety Lab, to cater to the various needs of customer.

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USA : Quaker reports record sales for 2007

February 27, 2008

Quaker Chemical Corporation announced record sales for the full year 2007 of $545.6 million and net income of $15.5 million, or $1.53 per diluted share, compared to sales of $460.5 million and net income of $11.7 million, or $1.18 per diluted share, for 2006.

The Company also reported record sales in the fourth quarter 2007 of $142.4 million and net income of $4.6 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, compared to fourth quarter 2006 sales of $115.5 million and net income of $3.0 million, or $0.30 per diluted share.

"Our strong fourth quarter caps an outstanding year for Quaker in both earnings and cash generation," observed Ronald J. Naples, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Strong volume growth, continued work with our customers on the pricing front in the face of continued escalation in raw material costs, and improved SG&A leverage were important parts of our profit growth this year. Beyond just the financials, we made considerable progress this year on a number of strategic initiatives, from customer penetration to new business development."

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Germany : DyStar to exhibit versatile range of products at Index-08

February 27, 2008

DyStar, a leading supplier of textile dyes, auxiliaries and services, will be exhibiting processing and finish products for high-quality nonwovens at Index 08, the international trade show for nonwovens, in Geneva, Switzerland, from April 15-18, 2008 (Hall 2, Booth 2110).

DyStar’s exhibit will showcase the Synthesin range of products with outstanding properties for a wide range of applications. Key features include the good dermatological tolerability of these products, as confirmed by independent test institutes, and their suitability for use in the medical and sanitary sectors, especially in diapers and feminine hygiene products. DyStar will also be presenting other medical, technical and consumer applications at this trade show.

Formed in 1995 as a specialist in textile coloration, DyStar has transformed itself into a full solutions provider. We now offer customers a complete range of auxiliaries and colorants. Trained staff and modern service labs in all major markets ensure that customers all over the word receive fast and expert technical service.

DyStar Textilfarben GmbH

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