Kitchens featuring marble or granite and bathrooms made of quartz are beautiful and elegant, but often unaffordable. Artificial stone is an alternative to expensive original stone from a quarry. Engineered stone, which is almost indistinguishable from natural stone, is conquering the market and posting double-digit growth rates. Artificial stone consists of 90 percent rock powder; the remainder is plastic polymer—and a bit of Evonik. ... MEHR
On 16 November 2018, Evonik and Vland signed a memorandum of understanding for a strategic cooperation. ... MORE
Johann-Caspar Gammelin, currently Chairman of the Board of Management of Evonik Performance Materials GmbH, will take over as Chairman of the Board of Management of Evonik Nutrition and Care GmbH from Dr. Reiner ... MORE
A process additive made by Evonik turns scrap tires into a modern construction material for durable roads. ... MORE
Evonik plans to market 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate phosphate as an anti-corrosion agent and flame retardant under the brand name VISIOMER® HEMA-P 70M. ... MORE
The Institut Bauen und Umwelt e. V. (IBU) has issued an environmental product declaration (EPD) for PLEXIGLAS® solid sheets. ... MORE
Following mechanical completion of the facility, Evonik has announced the official start-up of its new multi-layer coextrusion plant for PMMA flat films. ... MORE
Temperature and lighting conditions in greenhouses need to be as uniform as possible for crops to prosper. For this reason, commercial greenhouse operators generally have to spend a great deal of money on heating, climate control, and shadowing. ... MORE
Toothpastes containing our ZEODENT® silica clean teeth gently and effectively—and make them healthy and attractive. Flexible formulations and high compatibility with other ingredients make it possible to create many different toothpaste formulations. ... MORE
The unique chemical properties of hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid as well as their ecological friendliness predestinate these chemicals for an extensive use in a variety of environmental applications. One example is the treatment of wastewater. ... MORE
Physical fitness has no longer been sufficient to enable an athlete to compete at the top level: Whether it’s skis, snowboard boots, hockey sticks, or functional clothing – with the high-performance materials from Evonik, today’s top professionals are well equipped for all winter sports. ... MORE
Good building insulation has a lot to offer: It not only helps to save energy but also protects against fires. Silicon-based CALOSTAT® thermal insulation material from Evonik optimally combines both of these properties. ... MORE
Evonik has developed a new polyamide molding compound for optical applications. TROGAMID® myCX high flow offers crystal-clear transparency, excellent wear comfort and high durability along with improved processing capabilities. ... MORE
