Mold Release Coating suits difficult molding applications.

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Water-based Frekote(R) Aqualine R-550, when properly applied to preheated surface, chemically bonds to mold surface to form thin, inert, thermally stable coating capable of releasing all natural and synthetic polymers except silicone elastomers. Non-hazardous R-550 offers low mold buildup and is environmentally friendly, formulated with very low levels of VOCs. It cures instantly when applied at 150 deg C, and in 25 min at 60 deg C.



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Loctite Introduces Frekote(R) Rubber Mold Release Coatings For Use On Natural And Synthetic Polymers



Rocky Hill, Conn. - March 28, 2002. Loctite Corporation has introduced Frekote® Aqualine R-550, a mold release coating formulated for use on the most difficult molding applications including high aspect ratio parts. Fast-curing Frekote Aqualine R-550 offers excellent release and slip properties, which result in reduce reject rates.

When properly applied to a preheated surface (minimum 60 deg C), water-based Loctite® Frekote Aqualine R-550 chemically bonds to the mold surface to form a thin, inert, thermally stable coating capable of releasing all natural and synthetic polymers except silicone elastomers. Non-hazardous R-550 offers low mold buildup and is environmentally friendly, formulated with very low levels of VOCs.

Loctite Frekote Aqualine R-550 may be applied using conventional spray, airless spray, or HVLP spray equipment. The product cures instantly when applied at 150 deg C, and in just 25 minutes at 60 deg C.

For more information on the complete line of Loctite® Frekote® release coatings for rubber molding, call 1-877-617-3682 or visit the website at www.frekote.com. Loctite Corporation ranks among the world's leading suppliers of proprietary high-performance engineering adhesives, sealants, coatings and chemical brand-name specialties. It operates in markets as diverse as electronics, automotive, aerospace, biomedical and
general industry. Since 1997 Loctite Corporation, headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany, has been part of the Henkel Group, a specialist in brands and technologies operating worldwide with affiliates in over 75 countries. The company is the global market leader in adhesives and surface technologies. In the laundry/home care and cosmetics/toiletries markets, Henkel holds a leading position in Europe.

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