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In cases where classical chemical routines find their limitation, biotechnological process steps can improve, sometimes even replace costly or not eco-efficient chemical processes, or allow access to new high-value products. The chemical industry is thus at the threshold of a hybrid between petrochemicals and biotechnology. more02.08.2011
Wacker Closes Japanese Semiconductor Wafer Production
Siltronic, Wacker Chemie's semiconductor division, has announced its intention to streamline its 200 mm wafer production capacities. As a result, Siltronic plans to close its production site in Hikari, Japan, by mid-2012. Hikari's production volumes will be transferred to Siltronic's existing 200 mm wafer plants in Singapore and Portland, Oregon, optimizing capacity utilization at these sites' facilities. moreFine Chemicals Developing Well in 2011
Fine chemicals have had a strong showing in 2011, thanks in particular to a strong agro segment. Also, the industry is seeing more requests for challenging chemical syntheses from blue-chip life science and chemical companies. We see Asia as ... moreWhite Biotechnology as an Innovation Platform for the Chemical Industry
Key Platform - White biotechnology is establishing itself as a key technology platform for innovative and sustainable processes and products in the chemical industry.In cases where classical chemical routines find their limitation, biotechnological process steps can improve, sometimes even replace costly or not eco-efficient chemical processes, or allow access to new high-value products. The chemical industry is thus at the threshold of a hybrid between petrochemicals and biotechnology. more02.08.2011
Wacker Chemie Q2 Profit Rises
Wacker Chemie reported that net income for second quarter reached €142.7 million compared to €135.4 million in the year-ago period, resulting in earnings per share of €2.87 versus €2.71 last year. more12.07.2011Wacker Chemie Sells Tire-Release-Agent Business To Rhein Chemie
Germany's specialty chemical products company Wacker Chemie has sold its silicone-based tire-release-agent business to Rhein Chemie Rheinau for an undisclosed purchase price. Wacker noted that the two companies signed a purchase agreement and the multiyear agreement ensures that Rhein Chemie will continue to be supplied with Wacker's silicones for the manufacture of tire-release agents. more11.04.2011Wacker Starts Constructing New Polysilicon Production Plant
On Friday, Wacker Chemie officially started construction work on a fully integrated polysilicon-production site in the U.S. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by numerous representatives from politics, business and local government. Wacker's CEO Rudolf Staudigl and Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam broke the ground for the large-scale project. The production complex, with an annual capacity of 15,000 metric tons, is scheduled for completion by late 2013. more01.04.2011China's BlueStar Wins EU Okay To Buy Orkla Unit
Chinese state-run chemicals company China National BlueStar secured EU regulatory approval on Friday to buy Norwegian conglomerate Orkla's silicon division Elkem for $2 billion. The acquisition will give BlueStar, which is backed by U.S. private equity firm Blackstone Group, access to technology that could help China reduce its emissions of greenhouse gases. more10.03.2011U.S. Solar Grew Sharply In 2010, Still Lags Europe
The U.S. solar power sector grew 67% in 2010 but still lagged European markets by a wide margin in installing solar systems, the industry's trade group said on Thursday. The U.S. market for solar energy reached $6 billion in 2010, up from $3.6 billion the previous year, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association. more18.11.2010Integrated Silicone Manufacturing: Wacker And Dow Corning Open China’s Largest Site
After four years of construction, Wacker Chemie and Dow Corning Corporation today officially inaugurated their joint integrated silicone manufacturing site in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu province, China. The facility will serve fast-growing demand for silicone materials in China and Asia. The combined $1.8 billion investment, covering 1 million m2, is China's largest facility of this kind and is among the world's biggest and most advanced integrated silicone production sites. more28.10.2010Dispersible and High-Efficiency Impact Modifier for Epoxy Resins
Wacker is attending the K 2010, with a powder additive that significantly improves the impact strength of epoxy resins without compromising their mechanical strength or heat resistance. The dispersible product, sold under the name Genioperl P52, is efficient even in small amounts. Epoxy adhesives containing Genioperl P52 can withstand heavy stresses caused by shock and vibration. more- Legal
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