On the occasion of JEC 2009 from 24th to 26th of March, Arkema exhibits its latest innovations for composites industry:

- A new kind of inhibitor, BlocBuilder® RC-50*, a reactivity controller that gives composite industry makers an excellent control over thermoset resin curing,

- A new ultra-high-performance material designed to medical and aerospace applications, PEKK, the only polymer on the market to withstand continuous ultra-high temperatures, of the order of 260°C. Its properties are comparable to those of some metals, for a lower density.

- Its latest carbon nanotube innovations and its partnership with Zyvex Performance Materials in thermoset epoxy composites.

* Arkema will display BlockBuilder® RC-50 during a technical presentation session on Wednesday 25 of March, at 3.30 pm- Booth W46

A global chemical company and France’s leading chemicals producer, Arkema consists of three businesses: Vinyl Products, Industrial Chemicals, and Performance Products. Arkema reports sales of 5.6 billion euros. Arkema has 15,000 employees in over 40 countries and six research centers located in France, the United States and Japan. With internationally recognized brands, Arkema holds leadership positions in its principal markets.