On-line NMR Selected for Basell’s Spherizone License in Korea
HAVERHILL, MA (February 10, 2007)—The first MagModule II™ process NMR system designed for use in Basell’s Spherizone polypropylene technology was shipped from the progression, inc. factory in Massachusetts. progression’s MagModule II NMR technology will be used to provide real-time, on-line analysis of key resin properties such as xylene solubles, ethylene content, melt flow and mechanical properties. The company is the world’s leading supplier of on-line process NMR, and sees this latest generation PP process technology as an exiting opportunity for providing added value for customers. According to the Basell website more than ten production lines with capacity in excess of 3 million tons has been licensed using the Spherizone technology.
“Providing on-line analysis solutions for our customers as they implement new process technologies such as Spherizone is always exciting for our team,” noted William Jensen, Director of Operations for progression. “As the global market leader for on-line process NMR systems, we enjoy new challenges that in the end improve our company and our capabilities. The complex product grades that are produced by the Spherizone technology are well suited for analysis by our MagModule II NMR technology. Our sales and marketing teams have already been active in discussions with other Spherizone licensees. “
For information about Basell: www.basell.com
About progression
progression, inc. (www.progression-systems.com) has an extensive background in the development and implementation of process NMR and holds a broad intellectual property portfolio in its use and application. In addition, the company provides LIBS instrumentation, custom sampling systems, two-phase mass flow monitors and electrostatic charge measurement devices for monitoring unique applications within the chemical process industry. The world’s largest polyolefin manufacturers rely upon progression products to improve process efficiency and product consistency.
International business accounts for more than 60 percent of privately held progression’s overall revenues. Strong service and distribution in overseas markets including Europe, Asia, and the Middle East continue to provide exceptional expansion and growth opportunities for progression.
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