http://www.risi.comThe leading information provider for the global forest products industryen-usWed, 8 Feb 2012 14:38:56 -0500Copyright 2008 RISI, Inc.http://www.risi.com/community/images/Risi_logo.jpghttp://www.risi.com14428Visit www.risi.comhttp://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/AkzoNobel-invests-u20AC80-million-to-supply-new-Suzano-pulp-mill-in-Brazil-with-chemical-island-facility.html?source=rssAkzoNobel is planning to invest €80 million in the construction of a new pulp Chemical Island facility in Brazil. The plant, operated by the company's Pulp and Paper Chemicals business, Eka Chemicals, will supply the Suzano Maranhão pulp mill. This is AkzoNobel's second largest investment in Brazil in the past 12 months and further expands Eka Chemicals' sustainability-focused Chemical Island concept. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/AkzoNobel-invests-u20AC80-million-to-supply-new-Suzano-pulp-mill-in-Brazil-with-chemical-island-facility.html?source=rssWed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Minerals-Technologies-signs-fifth-commercial-agreement-to-deploy-FulFill-E-325-technology-for-high-filler-loading-at-paper-mill-in-Southeast-Asia.html?source=rssMinerals Technologies Inc. announced today that it has signed a commercial agreement with a prominent papermaker to provide Fulfill E-325 High Filler Technology, an innovative process-enhancing solution that is part of the Fulfill technology platform, at a paper mill in Southeast Asia. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Minerals-Technologies-signs-fifth-commercial-agreement-to-deploy-FulFill-E-325-technology-for-high-filler-loading-at-paper-mill-in-Southeast-Asia.html?source=rssWed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Georgia-Pacific-publishes-comprehensive-book-on-papermaking-chemistry.html?source=rssJames W. Johnston and Cornel Hagiopol, Ph. D., two Georgia-Pacific (GP) Chemicals employees, have recently authored a comprehensive review of the papermaking process. Written from the chemist's perspective, The Chemistry of Modern Papermaking is intended to supply researchers, developers and end-users with updated information on the literature of papermaking chemistry.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Georgia-Pacific-publishes-comprehensive-book-on-papermaking-chemistry.html?source=rssMon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Penford-completes-acquisition-of-Carolina-Starches-and-its-related-entity-Keystone-Starches.html?source=rssPenford Corporation announced that on January 11, 2012, it completed the acquisition of the businesses operated by Carolina Starches, LLC and a related entity, Keystone Starches, LLC. These businesses are generally known as Carolina Starches. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Penford-completes-acquisition-of-Carolina-Starches-and-its-related-entity-Keystone-Starches.html?source=rssThu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Evonik-integrates-the-US-sealants-adhesives-molding-and-casting-business-of-hanse-chemie-and-nanoresins.html?source=rssThe acquisition of hanse chemie AG and nanoresins AG by Evonik was finalized on May 12, 2011. Both companies are headquartered in Germany and produce raw materials and components for the manufacture of sealants, adhesives, molding and casting compounds, and other products. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Evonik-integrates-the-US-sealants-adhesives-molding-and-casting-business-of-hanse-chemie-and-nanoresins.html?source=rssTue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Tronox-to-increase-titanium-dioxide-prices-by-015-pound-in-North-America-effective-Jan-1.html?source=rssTronox Incorporated, on behalf of its subsidiary companies, today announced the following price increase for all TRONOX titanium dioxide (TiO2) grades:http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Tronox-to-increase-titanium-dioxide-prices-by-015-pound-in-North-America-effective-Jan-1.html?source=rssWed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Kemira-introduces-new-brand-names-for-products-used-in-water-intensive-applications-and-paper-coating-formulations.html?source=rssKemira is pleased to introduce KemEcalTM brand for its dispersant product line, in an effort to harmonize product names used in water-intensive industries. The change to the KemEcalTM name will also facilitate a reduction in the number of active trade names in the product line, thus improving product portfolio management and service to our customers.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Kemira-introduces-new-brand-names-for-products-used-in-water-intensive-applications-and-paper-coating-formulations.html?source=rssWed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Sony-creates-wastepaper-powered-paper-battery-using-enzyme-cellulase-From-the-web.html?source=rssSony which offered an iconic product like the Walkman, running on a bio battery, has now come up with one that digests waste paper to provide energy. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Sony-creates-wastepaper-powered-paper-battery-using-enzyme-cellulase-From-the-web.html?source=rssTue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Achieving-strength-and-productivity-Part-II.html?source=rssMoving to lighter weights, strength, and energy costs are critical drivers in the board and packaging market. However, as the authors write, achieving the desired end-product performance to satisfy demand while maintaining and improving production efficiency can be a difficult task. Read Part I here. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Achieving-strength-and-productivity-Part-II.html?source=rssMon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Ilim-Group-and-AkzoNobel-Chemicals-create-joint-venture-for-operating-sodium-chlorate-production-plant-in-Koryazhma-Russia.html?source=rssIlim Group and AkzoNobel Chemicals International BV (associated company of AzkoNobel - one of the world's largest producers of specialty chemicals) signed a long-term agreement. According to the agreement, Ilim Group and AkzoNobel Chemicals International BV would create joint venture regarding the sodium chlorate production plant of Ilim Group located in Koryazhma, Arkhangelsk oblast. This plant will be operated by AkzoNobel.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Ilim-Group-and-AkzoNobel-Chemicals-create-joint-venture-for-operating-sodium-chlorate-production-plant-in-Koryazhma-Russia.html?source=rssFri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/DuPont-sets-titanium-dioxide-price-increase-for-North-America-effective-Jan-1.html?source=rssEffective Jan. 1, 2012 , DuPont Titanium Technologies announces a price increase of 15 cents per pound (USD), or as permitted by contract, for all DuPont Ti‑Pure titanium dioxide (TiO2) sold in North America ( United States and Canada ) into coatings, plastics, laminates and specialty applications. This increase is in addition to any previously announced increases for North America .http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/DuPont-sets-titanium-dioxide-price-increase-for-North-America-effective-Jan-1.html?source=rssFri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/AkzoNobel-Chemicals-signs-joint-venture-agreement-with-Ilim-Group-for-operating-sodium-chlorate-production-plant-in-Koryazhma-Russia.html?source=rssOn December 15, the Akzo Nobel Chemicals International BV (associated company of AkzoNobel) signed a long-term joint venture agreement with Ilim Group, Russia's largest producer of forest products, regarding the sodium chlorate production plant located in Koryazhma. Located in the Arkhangelsk Oblast region of northwestern Russia, the plant will be majority-owned and operated by AkzoNobel.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/AkzoNobel-Chemicals-signs-joint-venture-agreement-with-Ilim-Group-for-operating-sodium-chlorate-production-plant-in-Koryazhma-Russia.html?source=rssFri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/DuPont-to-increase-prices-of-Ti-Pure-titanium-dioxide-by-250-metric-tonne-in-Latin-America-effective-Feb-2012.html?source=rssEffective Feb. 1, 2012 , DuPont Titanium Technologies announces a net price increase of $250 per metric ton (USD), or as permitted by contract, for all DuPontTM Ti-Pure® titanium dioxide (TiO2) grades sold in Latin America. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/DuPont-to-increase-prices-of-Ti-Pure-titanium-dioxide-by-250-metric-tonne-in-Latin-America-effective-Feb-2012.html?source=rssThu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/DuPont-to-increase-prices-of-Ti-Pure-titanium-dioxide-products-by-Euro-200-metric-tonne-in-Western-Europe-and-by-250-metric-tonne-in-Eastern-Europe-Middle-East-and-Africa-effective-Feb-2011.html?source=rssEffective Feb. 1, 2012 , DuPont Titanium Technologies announces a net price increase of 200 Euros per metric tonne, or as permitted by contract, for all DuPontTM Ti‑Pure® titanium dioxide (TiO2) grades for all countries in which invoicing is in Euro, namely the countries of Western and Central Europe and the North African region.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/DuPont-to-increase-prices-of-Ti-Pure-titanium-dioxide-products-by-Euro-200-metric-tonne-in-Western-Europe-and-by-250-metric-tonne-in-Eastern-Europe-Middle-East-and-Africa-effective-Feb-2011.html?source=rssThu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Canexus-provides-positive-outlook-for-chlor-alkali-sodium-chlorate-businesses-in-2012.html?source=rssCanexus Corporation today announced its financial, operations and market outlook for 2012. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Canexus-provides-positive-outlook-for-chlor-alkali-sodium-chlorate-businesses-in-2012.html?source=rssThu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Achieving-strength-and-productivity.html?source=rss In recent years, containerboard demand has been rebounding in the worldwide economic recovery and globalization of the market. Faster machine speeds, increased operating rates, and the demand for fiber to fulfill production capacity needs has been an ongoing challenge to the industry. This demand has caused fiber prices to escalate, especially recycled fiber such as OCC from recovery processes. Many producers are implementing plans around fiber reduction as it directly relates to manufacturing cost and selling prices. Additionally, management teams are discussing this every day in their plants. Having a well-managed chemical program and a well-run mechanical operation is a highly important and effective way to sustain the process of fiber reduction without compromising strength such as ECT or compression strength. http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Achieving-strength-and-productivity.html?source=rssMon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/BASF-to-increase-kaolin-prices-globally-up-to-7-for-hydrous-and-calcined-products.html?source=rssEffective immediately, or as contracts allow, BASF will increase kaolin prices globally for paper applications. The increase will be dependent on the product, with increases up to 7 percent for hydrous and calcined products. BASF's energy surcharge policy remains unchanged with the threshold at $5/mmbtu. About BASF's Paper Chemicals division BASF's Paper Chemicals division offers process chemicals to optimize costs and increase machine efficiency, functional chemicals to lend specific properties to paper, and finishing chemicals to improve the appearance and performance characteristics of printed paper and board. With this comprehensive portfolio, BASF is the leading supplier of paper chemicals worldwide. BASF established Paper Chemicals as a separate division when it acquired Ciba in April 2009. The ISO 9001:2000-certified Paper Chemicals division operates sites in Europe, Asia and the Americas. BASF - The Chemical Company BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has approximately 16,400 employees in North America, and had sales of $17.7 billion in 2010. BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, and agricultural products to oil and gas. As a reliable partner, BASF creates chemistry to help its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF posted sales of more than €63.9 billion in 2010 and had approximately 109,000 employees as of the end of the year.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/BASF-to-increase-kaolin-prices-globally-up-to-7-for-hydrous-and-calcined-products.html?source=rssMon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Swedens-SEKAB-E-Technology-AB-ends-its-operational-commitment-in-Ethanol-Pilot-3460.html?source=rssSEKAB announced today that the company will end the operation and collaboration agreement for maintenance and operation of the Ethanol Pilot, owned by EPAB (Ethanol Pilot of Sweden AB). SEKAB has been working with EPAB to secure the occupancy and financing required for the continued operation of the Ethanol Pilot, but so far without results. SEKAB has informed the staff and called for Works Council Consultation negotiations (MBL-förhandling) regarding layoffs of up to 25 employees.http://www.risi.com/techchannels/chemicals/Swedens-SEKAB-E-Technology-AB-ends-its-operational-commitment-in-Ethanol-Pilot-3460.html?source=rssFri, 9 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500