What's new in our Applications pages 9th June 2003

Platinum Today has lots of information about the uses of platinum group metals

You’ve probably already seen our pages about platinum metals usage in autocatalysts for controlling exhaust emissions, fuel cells for generating clean energy, jewellery, computer disks, medical treatments and fertiliser production.

Now there’s more. Visit our Applications pages to read about:

  • Silicones – produced by means of platinum catalysts, silicones are ingredients of Post-it(R) Notes, polishes, sealants, lipstick, and many other products
  • Dental – platinum and palladium are at the core of dental restorations
  • Electronic components – palladium for capacitors, integrated circuits and plating
  • Crucibles – iridium vessels for growing rare earth crystals for medical and electronics uses
  • Glass – platinum and rhodium equipment for making fibre glass, LCD screens, TV and computer monitors
  • Watches – platinum cases and straps for prestige wristwatches
  • Sensors – platinum sensors for automobile emissions control, airbag activation, climate control, CO detection in the home and medical uses

Look out for further additions to the list.

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