Creative Flexibility and Design

Dubai, UAE, 11 March 2008 - 3M, the global technology company delivering innovative solutions to life's everyday puzzles, offers comprehensive solutions to many industries through an extraordinary range of technologies, products and services. From the world's strongest adhesives, to vibrant dampers and fire protection products, 3M products bring performance and value to multiple aspects of industry processes and beyond.

3M leverages its expertise in more than 30 technology platforms to continuously develop new products for a variety of markets. One of 3M's unique advantages to customers is the ability to use and combine these technologies in innovative ways, to provide complete, reliable, customized solutions.

Mr. Manohar Raghavan, Business Development Manager for 3M Construction Markets, Middle East and Africa region said; "3M Total Interior Solutions provides needs-oriented, customized solutions for the construction industry from one centralized source. With the Middle East construction industry booming and the demand for performance based solutions increasing, 3M understands the emerging need to integrate interior decoration and branding to optimize visual impact and effectiveness."

3M's Total Interior Solutions' wide range of high quality creative products includes decorative films, protection and privacy films, matting and traction systems, graphics and signage solutions, rear projection displays and others. The solutions are ideal for both commercial and residential applications.  

For interior and exterior design, the 3M™ DI-NOC™ range of self-adhesive architectural finishes opens up new means of communication and expression, permitting new interpretations of space and a new visual experience. It combines new material dimensions with a light in weight, thin, hi tech multi-layer construction of unsurpassed aesthetic quality. DI-NOC™ comprises of 500 different patterns which are capable of fulfilling even the most complex decoration and covering requirements, allowing perfect integration into both new design and maintenance projects.

3M™ Fasara™ Interior Design Films combine Far Eastern design traditions with 21st Century technology to offer innovative new ways to manage space. These films are perfect for privacy, decorative and architectural applications, and are suited for use on interior glass and the inside surface of exterior windows. Available in several textures which can be die-cut for highly customizable designs, Fasara™ films can be used to create a more private atmosphere or a more dynamic aesthetic and also provide custom solutions for any corporate, retail or residential environment.

In addition to Total Interior Solutions, 3M provides a range of services for its customers in the interiors market segment; "3M has a dedicated interiors sales team who can provide on-site training, seminars, supervision and support to customers and key accounts" said Moiza Shah, Marketing Specialist for 3M Construction Markets, Middle East and Africa region. 3M also undertakes local project management and provides turnkey services in collaboration with 3M's authorized channel partners in the region.

When you specify 3M, you specify performance.

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About 3M
A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination - to a wide array of customer needs. With $24 billion in sales, 3M employs 75,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries. For more information, visit www.3m.com.

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