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| SABIC Innovative Plastics Ramps up Lexan Sheet Capacity  SABIC Innovative Plastics is investing significantly to expand production of its Lexan* polycarbonate multi-wall and solid sheet products for the construction and industrial markets across Europe, Middle East and Africa. The company will add production lines in three locations – Vienna, Milan, and Bergen op Zoom – to meet growing demand for Lexan structural glazing, roofing, signage and other applications in Eastern Europe, Russia, and other locations. The new production lines are slated for completion by Q3 2008. Products will include Lexan Thermoclick, Thermoroof and Thermopanel specialty sheet systems, as well as Lexan Thermoclear multi-wall and Lexan solid sheet products."To meet growing demand for Lexan sheet products across the European continent, we are expanding our production capacity, " said Jack Govers, general manager Specialty Film & Sheet, EMEA at SABIC Innovative Plastics. "With these investments, we show commitment to further support our growth and provide required service capability for our customers." SABIC Innovative Plastics will add a production line in Vienna to manufacture up to 2100mm wide Lexan Thermoclear sheet, which is used for lightweight, impact-resistant, transparent glazing of commercial greenhouses, verandas, industrial buildings and stadiums. The additional line in Milan will produce Lexan Thermoclick sheet systems for translucent building facades; Lexan Thermoroof sheet for industrial rooflights; and Lexan Thermopanel sheet, which is used to provide natural light in insulated metal roofing applications. The Bergen op Zoom line will produce Lexan solid sheet, a product used in a wide range of building & construction and industrial applications, including signage, displays and security glazing. Lexan sheet materials can help to deliver measurable return on investment through ease of installation; lower insurance costs due to better fire resistance, and impact resistance to prevent breakage and weather damage; and less need for replacement due to UV degradation, weathering, and breakage. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Construction News :: home page |