Cable developer Nexans says its latest product, ENERGEX EXTRA, is possible by adapting its medium voltage production to use DOW ENDURANCE HFDC-4202 tree-retardant cross-linked polyethylene (TR-XLPE) insulation. Laboratory and pilot plant testing by Dow and qualification tests by the Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA), verify the HFDC-4202 insulation provides superior performance compared to previously available insulation…
Wind blade adhesive plant up and running
Dow Formulated Systems has announced the completion of a new wind-blade epoxy adhesive production plant in Roberta, Georgia. The plant, which includes a new reactor and production equipment, is dedicated to the wind sector and will be used to support the U.S. market as well as exports to China and Latin America. The plant is…
American company buys stake in U.K. blade maker
American Superconductor Corp. says it has acquired a 25% ownership ($8 million) in Blade Dynamics Ltd., a designer and manufacturer of advanced wind turbine blades based on proprietary materials and structural technologies. Founded in the United Kingdom in 2007, Blade Dynamics designs and develops wind turbine blades to increase the efficiency and performance of multi-megawatt…
Research center for carbon fiber blades
Low-cost carbon fiber for industrial applications, including advanced wind turbine blades, is one goal for an expanding chemical company. Dow Chemical Co., Midland, Mich., says it will expand its renewable and alternative energy reach in the state thanks to more than $108 million in business tax credits and grants. In addition, the Michigan Economic Growth…