DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene fibre Dyneema, and leader in life protection materials and high performance fibres, has announced a global price increase of 5% for all DSM Dyneema fibre and uni-directional (UD) product lines.

The price increase will be effective as per 1 January 2014 or as contracts allow.

Dyneema fibre

DSM Dyneema is the inventor and manufacturer of Ultra High Molecular Weight PolyEthylene Dyneema fibre, which is said to offer maximum strength combined with minimum weight.

It is up to 15 times stronger than quality steel and up to 40% stronger than aramid fibres, both on weight for weight basis, the company reports. According to DSM, its Dyneema fibre floats on water and is durable and resistant to moisture, UV light and chemicals.

The applications can be found in the fishing, shipping and offshore industries. Dyneema is also used in safety gloves for the metalworking industry and in fine yarns for applications in sporting goods and the medical sector. It is also used in bullet resistant armour and clothing for police and military personnel.

DSM

Royal DSM is a science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials. By connecting its competences in life sciences and materials sciences, DSM delivers innovative solutions aimed at nourishing, protecting and improving performance in global markets.

These include food and dietary supplements, personal care, feed, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, automotive, paints, electrical and electronics, life protection, alternative energy and bio-based materials.

www.dyneema.com