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Author: Dr. Henning Böckemeier

Author: Dr. Henning Böckemeier
Dr. Henning Böckemeier is technical contact for the areas of Performance Solvents, Middle Distillates and Renewables at Haltermann Carless. As Manager Technical Services & Development he holds the connecting position between sales, marketing and laboratory. His focus is on the development of new products and sustainable hydrocarbons as well as the evaluation of new raw materials.

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Low-viscosity base oils - as versatile as their applications

Low-viscosity base oils - as versatile as their applications

Low-viscosity base oils are characterised by their specific product performance. With their closely defined boiling points, they are processed into a wide range of specialty products for the most diverse industries. In this article, you will read about the applications in which they have proven particularly successful.

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Modern Printing Ink Distillates: Applications and sustainable trends

Modern Printing Ink Distillates: Applications and sustainable trends

The printing ink industry, like many industries, is subject to constant change. The trend is moving towards Printing Ink Distillates (PID) with low aromatics content. For special applications, however, the classic products remain the best choice. Test Oils continue to serve as a reference for the highest quality standards. In this article, you can read about the applications in which they have proved particularly successful.

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Pilot® Oils from Haltermann Carless score with very low aromatic content

Pilot® Oils from Haltermann Carless score with very low aromatic content

In many industrial applications today, it is important to minimise the danger posed to people and the environment during the production of goods. This includes safety regulations as well as materials that are inherently classified as less problematic. Haltermann Carless markets a range of Middle Distillates under the product name Pilot®. The product comes in varying boiling ranges and aromatic contents and are easy and versatile to use. In this article you can read why low aromatic base oils are so important for industrial applications.

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High demands in the pharmaceutical industry - suppliers can offer solutions

High demands in the pharmaceutical industry - suppliers can offer solutions

As one of the most important and financially powerful industries, the pharmaceutical sector bears a high responsibility, not only economically but also socially.  Pharmaceutical products in human and veterinary medicine enable a higher quality of life through prevention and treatment of diseases. However, the industry is subject to many changes. In the following article you can read about the high demands in the pharmaceutical industry and how the chemical industry, as a supplier of important raw materials, can help to meet them.

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Critical solvent properties for the pharmaceutical industry

Critical solvent properties for the pharmaceutical industry

Not all solvents are the same. The pharmaceutical industry needs distinctive, high-quality products with particular purity and absolute reliability. These quality standards are crucial for the consistency of pharmaceutical formulations. Buyers and R&D managers in this industry know that application-oriented and tailor-made solvents are important factors. Learn here which properties of high-purity solvents are crucial.

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How to make the right choice when buying solvents for the pharmaceutical industry

How to make the right choice when buying solvents for the pharmaceutical industry

Buyers in the pharmaceutical industry are often faced with the question of who is the right supplier for their solvents. Reliability and tailor-made formulations as well as punctual deliveries are important requirements. There are also special requirements for hydrocarbon products such as n-hexane, n-heptane, n-octane or iso-octane, especially in the production of active ingredients for drugs. The following article outlines how you can ensure the consistently high purity quality required and also which services you should expect from a supplier.

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Sourcing high purity solvents for the pharmaceutical industry

Sourcing high purity solvents for the pharmaceutical industry

Reliable supply is a key factor in the selection of potential suppliers for the pharmaceutical industry. Quality is another criteria – especially when it comes to products with special properties, such as high-purity solvents. The expectations on the producer are high: continuous availability, ensuring relevant product properties and consistent quality. In this blog article we will outline which aspects are important when sourcing solvents for the pharmaceutical industry.

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