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The US Conductive Polymers Market to Reach US$1.6 Billion by 2017, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 12, 2012 Follow us on LinkedIn The frontiers of knowledge on plastics continues to evolve, bringing with it opportunities for material innovations, such as, conductive polymers. Conductive polymers or conjugated polymers, a member of plastics materials family, are pliable, lightweight and inexpensive plastics, which conduct electricity. Conductive polymers are a type of shape-changing plastics, which protrude, shrink and bend when stimulated by electricity or when charged with ions. The electrical conductivity of these polymers is very high, unlike other polymeric materials. Given the vast potential of emerging plastic electronics, also known as polymer electronics, its opportunities galore for conductive polymers, especially in the field of computing. As the age of environmental awareness ushers in the era of organic microchips, conductive polymers will in the long-term replace silicon as a potential alternative. For now, opportunities exist in semiconductor manufacturing, chip packaging, display materials, plastic transistors, ultracapacitors, electromagnetic interference shielding, electrochromic cells, radar absorption, actuators and sensors, among others. Increased use in RFID tags is especially forecasted to generate growth opportunities, in the medium term, as growing number of chipless tags transition away from silicon-based microchips to conductive polymers chips. The photovoltaic industry also represents a potentially lucrative application avenue, although in the longer-term. For instance, improvements in performance and efficiencies are slowly inching polymer solar cells towards commercialization. In addition, breakthroughs in the use of medical and environmental plastic biosensors will generate opportunities for conductive polymers. Developments in the field of electroactive polymers (EAPs) are also expected to augur well for the future of the market. The burgeoning demand for high performance, lightweight and inexpensive products is helping drive growth of conductive polymers. Demand for metals is declining as a result of high costs and issues related to weight, which is providing growth opportunities to organic semiconductors or conductive polymers. Although consumers inherently favor traditional conductors of electricity, the growing need for inexpensive and premium quality products is increasing the demand for conductive polymers. For instance, electronic and electrical device manufacturers increasingly demand inexpensive and high performance conducting materials, owing to the increasing demand for small but powerful electronic devices. Given the stringent quality standards for final finished products in the international market, manufacturers of conductive polymers are expected to investment resources into ensuring quality and performance features, such as, dimensional stability, flexibility, high temperature and chemical resistance and strength. The growing popularity of organic light-emitting diode (OLEDs) displays is a new trend sweeping through the flat-panel displays market. The telecom equipment sector is expected to generate substantial demand for OLED displays over the next few years, thanks to the introduction of several state-of-art handsets and smartphones featuring active-matrix organic light-emit diode (AMOLED). The scenario is forecast to create demand for conductive polymers, such as, polypyrrole, polythiophene and polyaniline, which are increasingly preferred over conventional electrical conducting additives in fabricating OLEDs. As stated by the new market research report on Conductive Polymers, Inherently Conductive Polymers represents the fastest growing market segment, in volume terms, trailing a projected CAGR of 10.9%, over the analysis period 2009 through 2017. Major players in the marketplace include 3M Company, Cabot Corporation, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Crosslink, Cytec Industries Inc., Eastman Chemical Company, Ferro Corporation, Fractal Systems Inc., Hyperion Catalysis International Inc., Illinois Tool Works Inc., KEMET Corporation, Konarka Technologies Inc., Littelfuse Incorporated, Lubrizol Advanced Materials Inc., National Starch and Chemical Company, Phillips Sumika, PolyOne Corporation, Solutia Incorporated, Spartech Corporation, Sterling Fibers Inc., Synthetic Rubber Technologies Inc., and The Dow Chemical Company. The research report titled Conductive Polymers: A US Market Report announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. provides a comprehensive review of the conductive polymers markets, impact of recession on the market, current market trends, competitive scenario, key growth drivers, product overview, recent product introductions, recent industry activity, and profiles of major/niche global as well as regional market participants. The report provides annual consumption estimates and projections across market segments including Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, Polyvinyl Chloride, Polycarbonate, Polyphenylene Based, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Inherently Conductive Polymers, and Others. Major end-use segments analyzed include Product Components, Antistatic Packaging, Material Handling, Worksurface & Flooring, and Other Applications. For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Conductive_Polymers_Market_Report.asp About Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a leading publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company currently employs over 800 people worldwide. Annually, GIA publishes more than 1300 full-scale research reports and analyzes 40,000+ market and technology trends while monitoring more than 126,000 Companies worldwide. Serving over 9500 clients in 27 countries, GIA is recognized today, as one of the world’s largest and reputed market research firms. Follow us on LinkedIn Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Telephone: 408-528-9966 Fax: 408-528-9977 Email: press(at)StrategyR(dot)com Web Site: http://www.StrategyR.com/ More Photovoltaic Solar Cells Press Releases
Quality Built, LLC Acquires West Coast Property Consultants, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida (PRWEB) December 15, 2011 Quality Built, LLC (Quality Built), the countrys leading provider of third-party construction quality assurance and inspection management services, announces the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of West Coast Property Consultants, Inc. (WCPC) based in San Diego, California pursuant to Section 363 of the US Bankruptcy Code. The transaction closed on December 14, 2011. WCPC has provided third-party quality assurance inspection services to homebuilders in the western United States since 1990. Similar to Quality Built, WCPC saw a need for builders to work proactively to eliminate problems arising from poor construction practices. To that end, WCPC has worked diligently with their homebuilder clients to design programs and procedures to improve construction quality and reduce construction defects in every home they build. Quality Built and WCPC are an excellent fit. While Quality Built developed its business focusing on the needs and mandates of insurance companies, WCPC focused on the needs of homebuilders. As a result, Quality Built and WCPC are a perfect complement to each other, addressing both sides of the construction industry. Gary H. Elzweig, P.E., Chairman of Quality Built, said, This acquisition is an opportunity to strengthen our core services, expand our client base and increase our geographic footprint. When West Coasts resources are combined with Quality Built’s current attributes and proprietary systems we will be even further distinguished in the industry. WCPC is a well respected company with loyal clients and talented professionals that will undoubtedly be a wonderful addition to Quality Built.” Following the transaction we are indisputably the leading third-party quality assurance and construction inspection firm in the nation with over twenty (20) years of combined experience and knowledge derived from inspecting over 800,000 residential and commercial units spanning over 6,000 projects, said Beth Michaelis, Quality Builts President. Our combined computer software and hardware platforms are unrivaled by anyone in the business. WCPCs clients will also benefit from Quality Builts other lines of business including Quality Builts Mass Inspection Management Services, Special Inspections, Collateral Inspection Services and Condo Defect Mitigation Services, to name a few. We are very excited about WCPCs becoming a part of Quality Built and we look forward to the positive impact that this acquisition will produce for our respective clients, employees and investors. Today, Quality Built directly inspects and manages approximately in excess of 30,000 inspections a month. The number of inspections by the Quality Built group is expected to grow substantially as WCPC joins Quality Built and the economy improves. For clients of WCPC, there will be no noticeable change because WCPC will operate as an independent division of Quality Built. As such, the transition of active projects to Quality Built will be seamless. Current WCPC projects will continue to be serviced by the same personnel, using the same protocols, software and processes and all websites, login, passwords, phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same for now. Joining Quality Built is a tremendous opportunity for our clients and employees, noted Barbara Murray, founder of West Coast Property Consultants. Changes in the economy have given us a historic opportunity to join with Quality Built and create an even better company than we were before, this is a win-win scenario. Brian Kramer, Quality Builts C.E.O. said, We are beginning to see a very slow, but nevertheless identifiable, uptick in residential and commercial construction projects in various locations across the country. With the combination of Quality Built and WCPC, we are more than ever ready to meet the needs or our existing and new clients as the construction environment gradually improves. About Quality Built: Quality Built
SPG Solar, Inc. Named 2011 Platts Global Energy Awards Finalist
Novato, CA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011 SPG Solar, Inc. has been selected as a finalist in the Platts Global Energy Awards, an annual program recognizing exemplary industry leadership. The 2011 finalists, selected from more than 200 nominations, were announced by Platts, the leading global provider of energy, petrochemicals and metals information. Established in 1999 and often described as the Oscars of the energy industry, Platts Global Energy Awards highlight corporate and individual innovation, leadership and superior performance in 19 categories spanning the entire energy complex. SPG Solar Floatovoltaics
How Energy Automation Systems Inc. (EASI) Reduces Your Energy Costs Immediately
Energy Costs Affecting Business Owners Energy costs have risen globally, threatening the growth of businesses everywhere. Some of the hardest-hit organizations are those that own or lease property and pay for electricity. According to the U.S. Green Building Council, buildings account for 36 percent of total energy use and 65 percent of electricity consumption. So, when electrical energy costs rise, businesses demand a solution. Energy Automation Systems, Inc. (EASI), an international leader in energy-saving technology, can reduce energy costs by reducing the electrical energy waste and consumption already present in your facility today. A Real Solution Energy Automation Systems Inc. (EASI) designs, manufactures and installs systems that reduce electrical energy consumption and improve power quality in commercial and industrial facilities by enhancing the efficiency of electrical systems with no trade off in performance. Energy Automation Systems work passively, requiring no routine maintenance, and they function in virtually any facility that consumes electricity. The company?s proven systems can reduce a facility?s electrical energy consumption by 30% or more ? and your savings are backed by a written guarantee, underwritten by a major insurance company. Energy Automation Systems has installed customized energy conservation systems for decades for many thousands of clients in more than 60 countries around the world. Energy Automation Systems Founder and CEO Joseph Merlo has more than 30 years of experience in the energy conservation business and has helped countless companies reduce their energy costs. Paul Bleiweis, President of Energy Automation Systems, leads development of the company?s unique portfolio of energy-saving products. As a result of their leadership, Energy Automation Systems clients have included General Electric, British Petroleum, Apollo Management, Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) and ConAgra Foods, as well as many other companies, large and small. If your business is looking for a long-term solution to rising energy costs, visit the company?s corporate Web site at: www.energyautomation.com. If you would like to learn more about the company?s executive leadership, click here for a bio on Joseph Merlo and Paul Bleiweis. A Unique Opportunity As a result of rising energy costs, demand for Energy Automation Systems Inc. (EASI) systems is growing around the world. For years the company provided its systems directly to customers, but increasing demand lead the company to develop a unique business opportunity in which individuals can become Affiliates of the company and market its products to customers around the world. For a brief overview of the Energy Automation Systems business opportunity, visit www.energysavingbusiness.com. For an in-depth look at the Energy Automation Systems opportunity, including video interviews with current Energy Automation Systems Affiliates and customers and a detailed overview of Energy Automation Systems product portfolio, visit www.easibusiness.com. Energy Automation Systems, Inc. (EASI) is an international leader in industrial and commercial energy conservation. For more than 30 years, Energy Automation Systems has helped businesses around the world reduce their electrical energy costs by up to 30%. Energy Automation Systems Inc (EASI) is a total energy cost saving solutions provider that offers proven systems for lowering energy costs in commercial and industrial facilities and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. For every system our company installs, we offer a written guarantee of your facility’s energy savings. We can also calculate your reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. We invite you to take a look at an overview of our approach, review our cost-saving products and then contact us for an energy cost saving analysis of your facility.