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Saflex(R) Launches 2nd Generation Encapsulant for Photovoltaic Market

New thin gauge encapsulant reduces material use by 33%!

ST. LOUIS, Jan 19, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- As solar module manufacturers strive to realize cost structures meeting grid parity, Saflex(R), a unit of Solutia Inc. (NYSE: SOA), recently announced the commercial availability of a new thin gauge polyvinyl butyral (PVB) based encapsulant designed specifically for photovoltaic applications. The new product, Saflex PA41, significantly reduces encapsulant usage while maintaining module durability and processing performance. The global launch of Saflex PA41 comes shortly after successful completion of IEC 61646 certification testing on thin film photovoltaic modules manufactured with the Saflex encapsulant.

"We developed a robust PVB-based encapsulant that passed a rigorous reliability and durability test program including tests that went beyond standard industry testing. Module manufacturers can continue producing high quality photovoltaic modules with significantly reduced encapsulation usage," reports Matt Rose, Saflex Market Development Manager. "For over 80 years, Saflex has driven PVB-based product and process advancements in the automotive and architectural markets. We're now leveraging that expertise to develop innovative solutions for photovoltaic applications," continues Rose.

Saflex's PA41 is a second generation photovoltaic product designed specifically to reduce encapsulant thickness by 33% (from 1.14mm to 0.76mm). To accomplish this, properties of the Saflex PA41 formulation were optimized to improve encapsulating flow around bus bars and other critical components. "A primary objective throughout the development process was to ensure that a thin gauge encapsulant could provide the same performance and long term durability of thicker gauge encapsulants while maintaining high encapsulation yields," comments Francois Koran, Saflex Photovoltaic Development Manager.

In addition to the successful IEC and UL testing, Saflex developed a rigorous testing regimen which included a series of natural and accelerated weathering tests that go beyond photovoltaic industry standards. Saflex also partnered with module manufacturers to confirm that handling, processing and throughput of Saflex PA41 met or exceeded expectations compared to thicker gauge PVB encapsulations. To that end, Saflex provided on-site education and trial processing guidance to fine-tune the encapsulation process and ensure that high yields were realized. "With eight decades of experience in manufacturing PVB products for glazing applications, we understand that testing, education, and technical support are as critical as producing a high quality product," said Matt Rose.

The new Saflex PA41 is the latest addition to a growing portfolio of innovative encapsulants designed specifically for photovoltaic applications. Saflex, a business unit of Solutia, provides solar encapsulants to the solar energy market supported by an 80 year history of manufacturing excellence, global technical support, and the world's largest PVB manufacturing base for glazing applications. To learn more, please go to www.saflex.com/PA41 .

Notes to Editor: Saflex is a registered trademark of Solutia Inc.

About Saflex Solar Encapsulants

Saflex, a business unit of Solutia, serves the photovoltaic sector by developing durable encapsulating solutions for solar module production. With proven 3G PVB technology, an extensive global network of technical specialists, and the world's largest PVB manufacturing base for encapsulants, Saflex is uniquely positioned to help solve the challenges of a fast-growing, and ever changing, solar energy market.

About Solutia Inc.

Solutia is a market-leading performance materials and specialty chemicals company. The company focuses on providing solutions for a better life through a range of products, including: Saflex(R) PVB interlayer for encapsulated solar modules; CPFilms(R) aftermarket window films sold under the LLumar(R) brand and others; and technical specialties including the Flexsys(R) family of chemicals for the rubber industry, Skydrol(R) aviation hydraulic fluid and Therminol(R) heat transfer fluid. Solutia's businesses are world leaders in each of their market segments. With its headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, the company operates globally with approximately 3,100 employees in more than 60 locations. More information is available at www.Solutia.com .

Forward Looking Statements

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SOURCE Solutia Inc.

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Solar Powered Street lights: Going Solar in African Sun

Solar powered street lights

Working with an Italian company as their product finder here was rewarding and eye opening. Though the company went bankrupt and I lost my job after just a year working with them, it took me to discover so many products that we could eye to improve out cities and villages back in Africa. The sun is quite plenty so all I think is we can reduce power rationing by coming up with solar product related products.
And guess what too more light in the streets less crime.

Table cloths from Water repellant fabrics

Tablecloths are made of recycled, water-repellent fabrics.
Intended for event and promotions, Eco-Poly Tablecloth is made of Eco-Polyester Poplin. This fabric, made of 100% recyclable materials, has same feel as standard polyester poplin and supports custom printing. Also available, water-repellent fabric tablecloth consists of coated polyester fabric that supports full color imprinting. Both tablecloths are machine-washable and wrinkle-resistant and hold full color dye sublimation print for branding.

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Used Machinery: Market place for used machines

Are you looking for used machines?
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Just to note a few examples of used machines listed on this market place for used machines is
Metal process machines
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Wood working machines eg
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Printing machines eg
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Plastic machines eg
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Construction machines eg
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For used machinery needs that is a place to go.

Make extra coin with newspaper recycling

Many years ago in my small village on the slopes of Mt. Kenya, my sister used to make some few coins selling off old newspapers to to people in the shops to use for wrapping.
Now, coming to think of it selling old newspapers that are lying around in the house is one of the easiest I think and one of the best ways of making extra money.

Now, think of the recycling plant in your area. They are willing to buy old newspaper you can easily achieve this by collecting old newspapers and selling them to these "recycling plant" in your areas.

Think that selling stacks of newspapers you've accumulated in the last months will not make you rich but it will make you an extra income. Now, lets take our ambition even higher, think of collecting papers from the neighbourhood, every weekend I think this already gives you an idea of how things can be in this model business.
If you take this into your heart serious then put in the right organisation you can easily pay yourself rent with what you can potentially earn.
I leave this idea to your creativity and send me ideas to share here on this blog.