The laws of physico-chemics tell us that if you put electricity (= electrons) through this brine under controlled circumstances, an electrochemical reaction takes place. We call this reaction electrolysis. The salt (which is sodiumchloride) and the water molecules are recombined into three products: chlorine gas (Cl2), caustic soda (NaOH or sodium hydroxide) and hydrogen gas (H2) It … Continued

PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is a flexible plastic material that can be used to make rolls or tiles of flooring. Advantages of PVC flooring include its durability and its smooth surface which makes it easy to clean and desirable for us as flooring in schools and hospitals. It can be printed with many colours and patterns … Continued

Calcium chloride (chemical formula CaCl2) crystals attract and absorb water easily: they are hygroscopic. That’s why they are typically kept in tightly sealed containers. This white salt performs very well at preventing ice formation and at de-icing roads. At lower temperatures it is much more effective than sodium chloride and it is relatively harmless to the … Continued

At the end of 2012 Europe had 106 gigawatts (GW) of installed wind turbine capacity – enough to produce 231 terawatts of electricity in a normal year or 7% of Europe’s needs . By 2020, installed capacity is expected to be between 210 and 230 GW. Wind turbine technology relies on chlorine chemistry for one … Continued

Potassium chloride (chemical formula KCl), which is found in nature in the form of white or colourless crystals, is used in medicine, scientific applications and food processing. But its best-known straight-forward application is in fertilizers: together with the elements nitrogen and phosphorus, potassium is an essential fertilizer component that makes plants flourish and provides us with … Continued

These versatile materials can bind to a variety of materials including plastics, metal, glass and concrete, and are seal gaps for protection against damage form dirt or water. As a result they are used for many applications including plumbing, window glazing and installing carpets and tiles. The first step in the manufacture of silicones involves … Continued

It is a very durable, long-lasting material that does not need to be replaced frequently making it ideal for the manufacture of underground pipes. Pipes made from PVC are less likely to burst in cold weather than alternative materials. The inherent chemical properties of the plastic means they are resistant to the corrosion and rust, … Continued

Infections spread easily in hospital environments due to the close proximity of a large number of patients and staff. It is not only patients that are at risk of catching an infection in hospital – for doctors and nurses it is an inherent occupational hazard. Nowadays infections caused by microbes such as MRSA or C. … Continued

Euro Chlor have released their latest video on the current status of the chlorine and caustic soda (chlor-alkali) industry in Europe. In the new animated video, a first for Euro Chlor, Chairman, Dieter Schnepel expands upon how our industry creates thousands of jobs in Europe and how it works towards a healthy, environmentally responsible and … Continued