"Chemistry and Materials" is the topic of the 1/2003 issue (I know it's a little out of date) of Clariant's corporate magazine. Clariant is a global leader in the field of specialty chemicals like pigments and additives known as Masterbatch. This article talks about bike engineering and the application of specialized materials in the construction of bicycle frames. Take a look, it's pretty interesting.
It's part of a section in the Clariant's website called "The Discovery Collection" which features articles on how advances in chemistry relate to energy, life science, communications and other aspects of the technological world. A little geeky, but worth a browse.
In a related item, ColorWorks (created by Clariant) is a new way to bring color and plastic together for highly successful product introductions. ColorWorks Design & Technology Centers address three critical areas: fashion, functionality and fabrication. This innovative approach integrates the latest masterbatch and additive technologies, color trends, design, material optimization and other technical support, plus global project management. Designers can benefit from faster speed to market, enhanced brand identity and better control of product quality and color consistency, worldwide. Their newest ColorWorks, located 50 minutes from Boston in Holden, Massachusetts, is available for visits.
For further information or to schedule an appointment contact: Jean Sirois, Director of Marketing, Clariant Masterbatches 508.829.6321 x 2523 or e-mail Jean.Sirois@clariant.com.
