News Release - Huntsman
News Release - Huntsman
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<strong>News</strong> <strong>Release</strong><br />
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />
CONTACTS:<br />
7 March 2012 Simone Richter<br />
+49 (0) 541 914 1207<br />
HUNTSMAN TO CREATE NEW CONNECTIONS AT WIRE<br />
Wire 2012, March 26-30, 2012, Messe Dusseldorf, Germany: Hall 9 / Stand A07<br />
Osnabrück, Germany – At the end of March, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) experts from <strong>Huntsman</strong> will<br />
travel to Dusseldorf to connect with customers visiting Wire 2012 – one of the world’s most important<br />
tradeshows for wire manufacturers and processors.<br />
During the event, the team will promote a broad spectrum of cable jacketing materials from across its<br />
established IROGRAN ® portfolio, focusing specifically on flame retardant, halogen-free solutions for cables<br />
that have to power large pieces of industrial equipment; function in automotive applications; or charge<br />
consumer electronic devices such as laptops.<br />
Destined for the spotlight at Wire is IROGRAN ® A 85 P 4380 – a well-established product and a reliable choice<br />
for wire and cable manufacturers who want to realize production efficiencies. This robust processing material<br />
is suitable for use on existing PVC lines, enabling manufacturers to switch production runs quickly and<br />
efficiently, with minimal start up waste and downtime. Good dimensional stability also means production lines<br />
can run at maximum speed with a reduced risk of cable distortion. In addition, the product has a low-tack, matt<br />
finish – a functional benefit for end users who need to bundle wires together without them sticking.<br />
Other key products on display at Wire 2012 will include:<br />
• IROGRAN ® A 78 P 4766 – a flame retardant, halogen-free TPU that can be used to create highly flexible<br />
cables with a glossy surface finish<br />
• IROGRAN ® A 85 P 4854 – a matt-finish, low adhesion TPU that has a broad processing window and is<br />
suitable for the preparation of cable jacketing systems, where enhanced fire retardancy is required.<br />
Franz Michel, Market Manager Technical Extrusion TPU EAIME, said: “We live in a connected world where<br />
wires and cables deliver a continuous flow of information and power. Homes, offices, transportation networks<br />
and industry depend on these vital links – 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Yet many end-consumers do<br />
not think about the materials that a cable is made from and the physical properties it must possess to<br />
withstand chemical, thermal, hydrolytic and mechanical stresses.”<br />
“We have been creating specialist TPU materials for the cable and wire industry for three decades and have<br />
established a reputation as a reliable partner that is incredibly innovative and can devise solutions for every<br />
imaginable wire and cable application. With cabling now the biggest part of our polyurethane technical<br />
extrusion business, it’s essential that we attend industry events like Wire. They provide a vital platform for<br />
connecting with existing and potential customers, and finding out about new market trends. As always, we look<br />
forward to a busy, productive Wire show.”
<strong>News</strong> <strong>Release</strong><br />
About <strong>Huntsman</strong>: <br />
<strong>Huntsman</strong> is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals. Our operating companies manufacture products for a<br />
variety of global industries, including chemicals, plastics, automotive, aviation, textiles, footwear, paints and coatings, construction,<br />
technology, agriculture, health care, detergent, personal care, furniture, appliances and packaging. Originally known for pioneering<br />
innovations in packaging and, later, for rapid and integrated growth in petrochemicals, <strong>Huntsman</strong> has approximately 12,000 employees<br />
and operates from multiple locations worldwide. The Company had 2011 revenues of over $11 billion. For more information about<br />
<strong>Huntsman</strong>, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.<br />
Forward Looking Statements:<br />
Statements in this release that are not historical are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management’s<br />
current beliefs and expectations. The forward-looking statements in this release are subject to uncertainty and changes in<br />
circumstances and involve risks and uncertainties that may affect the company’s operations, markets, products, services, prices and<br />
other factors as discussed in the <strong>Huntsman</strong> companies’ filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Significant risks<br />
and uncertainties may relate to, but are not limited to, financial, economic, competitive, environmental, political, legal, regulatory and<br />
technological factors. In addition, the completion of any transactions described in this release is subject to a number of uncertainties<br />
and closing will be subject to approvals and other customary conditions. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such transactions<br />
will be completed or that the company’s expectations will be realized. The company assumes no obligation to provide revisions to any<br />
forward-looking statements should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by applicable laws.<br />
Disclaimer:<br />
While all the information in this publication is to the best of our knowledge, accurate at the date of publication, nothing herein is to be<br />
construed as a warranty, expressed or otherwise. In all cases, it is the responsibility of the user to determine the applicability of such<br />
information and the suitability of any products for its own particular purpose. The sale of products referred to in this publication is<br />
subject to the general terms and conditions of sale of <strong>Huntsman</strong> International LLC or of its affiliated companies.<br />
IROGRAN ® is a registered trademark of <strong>Huntsman</strong> Corporation or an affiliate thereof in one or more, but not all countries.