Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Mar 01, 2013 Exhibiting brittle points of -60°C or lower, Flexalloy® 9611-76 and 9612-75 provide oil resistance, flame retardance, and wide range of operating temperatures required in such applications as control and instrumentation cable (Type CIC), tray cables (TC), and specialty power cords like those for charging electric vehicles. Jacketing materials offer flexibility at low temperatures, making them suited for use in petrochemical, pulp and paper, steel, cement, and mining industries.

Alliance Express    Erie, PA 16501
Feb 28, 2013 Made of crosslinked polyolefin, HST Series protects inline components, disconnect terminals, and splices. Products are UL approved, RoHS-compliant, and available in variety of pre-cut lengths as well as mini and standard roll lengths. Six color options facilitate coding of wires, cables, terminals, and components. To provide both insulation and sealing on applications such as wire splices and harnesses, product family also includes 3:1 adhesive-lined heat shrink tubing.

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.    Fowlerville, MI 48836
Feb 27, 2013 Positioned to replace metal, long glass, and other engineering resin applications, Thermylene® long glass fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) delivers balance of stiffness and toughness over range of temperatures. Properties include optimized impact resistance, knit line strength, and flow. Suited for automakers, product also offers optimized isotropic mechanical and dimensional properties as well as fatigue and creep resistance.

Arkema Inc.    Carrollton, KY 41008
Feb 20, 2013 Intended for minimally invasive devices that are exposed to bodily fluids for less than 30 days, such as surgical tubing, Hydrophilic Pebax MV1074 SA 01 MED Polymer is USP VI certified and absorbs up to 48% of moisture from surrounding environment. Polyether block amide copolymer forms hydrogen bonds that create wet film on component surface, optimizing lubricity against bodily tissue. Flexible thermoplastic elastomer features 40 Shore D hardness and 80 MPa flexural modulus.

Eco Building Products, Inc    Vista, CA 92083
Jan 03, 2013 Applied to Eco Red Shield™ protected wood surfaces, Eco Disaster Break™ Coatings form waterproof and seamless monolithic membrane that eliminates need for outdated protection methods such as felt paper or vapor barriers around windows, doors, and under roofing and siding. Acrylic coatings are Class A Fire Rated, UV-resistant, and non-toxic, minimizing risk of water, fire, and termite damage to wood framed structures.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Dec 19, 2012 Able to be extruded, injection molded, and blow molded, Medalist® MD-200 Series includes 87 Shore A compound MD-240 and 43 Shore D (~93 Shore A) grade MD-245. Both thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) elastomers, suited for replacing rubber in medical applications, exhibit prolonged flex life, stability at elevated temperatures, long-term sealability, and resistance to fatigue and abrasion. Suggested applications include peristaltic, collection, and drainage tubes; stoppers; and seals/gaskets.

Dow Corning Corp.    Midland, MI 48686 0994
Dec 10, 2012 Delivering anti-silver corrosion capabilities, OE-6662 and OE-6652 optical encapsulants respectively offer Shore D 64 and Shore D 59 hardness. Gas barrier performance helps protect delicate silver-plated LED electrodes from sulfur attacks. With respective Shore D hardness of  26, 29, and 43, OE-7620, OE-7630, and OE-7640 provide mechanical protection for LED packaging designs. Thermal stability and photostability ensure consistent optical quality over lifetime of LED light source.

Star Thermoplastics    Broadview, IL 60155
Nov 27, 2012 With 60 Shore D hardness, StarFlex® H TPE thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) meets needs of designers and product marketers requiring elastomer that is hard yet flexible and intended to be used where rubber or TPV (thermoplastic vulcanizate) are not sufficient or applicable. Product will not craze when flexed and can be processed on standard injection molding or extrusion machinery. Applications include hinges for electronic products, toys, tools, tool cases and even bookends.

Klockner Pentaplast of America, Inc.    Gordonsville, VA 22942
Nov 15, 2012 Suited for face-seal, tray, and trapped blister thermoformed applications, Pentaform®SmartCycle® TH-ES100 PET films help consumer product companies and retailers meet sustainability goals via plastic packaging option. Films are made from 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) beverage bottles and optimized for clarity as well as processing on standard thermoforming and form/fill/seal equipment.

Aremco Products, Inc.    Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Nov 14, 2012 Offering tensile shear strength of 4,560 psi, Aremco-Bond™ 2300 consists of 100% solids epoxy mixed in ratio of 10 parts resin to 1 part hardener by weight. Mixed viscosity is 5,000 cP and pot life for 100 g mass is approximately 45 min. Milky-clear product provides resistance to acids, alkalis, organic fluids, and salts. Supplied in pint, quart, and gallon kits, adhesive is suited for bonding engineered thermoplastics, ceramic wear tiles, and sheet molding compounds.

Solvay Advanced Polymers, L.L.C.    Alpharette, GA 30005-3914
Nov 14, 2012 High-heat (HH) grades of Amodel® polyphthalamide (PPA) resin include 33% glass reinforced A-4133HH and 45% glass reinforced A-4145HH. Testing shows 75% retention of tensile strength after heat aging for 3,000 hr at 446°F and after 1,000 hr at 482°F. Formulated to meet operating temperature and lifetime service demands of downsized turbocharged engines and under-the-hood applications, chemical-resistant resins also maintain mechanical properties when thermally aged at 320°F and 374°F.

Alliance Polymers & Services    Romulus, MI 48174
Nov 13, 2012 Maxelast® P Series TPEs provide permanent anti-static/ESD effect on sports equipment, consumer goods, and medical and electronic products, with surface resistivity down to 1,010 Ω/sq. Four grades with Shore A Hardnesses of 65, 75, 80, and 90 are available, all of which are colorable for product identification. Thermoplastic elastomers can be used for overmolding onto polypropylene and for standalone applications.

Ensinger    Washington, PA 15301
Oct 18, 2012 Intended for food industry, TECAFORM® UD Blue addresses all 3 methods of quality control typically used to keep food products free from foreign particulates. Porosity-free, acetal co-polymer has blue colorant specially formulated to be both metal and x-ray detectable as well as visible to production line optical scanning equipment. Material is FDA, USDA, 3A Dairy, and European agency compliant.

CRC Industries, Inc.    Warminster, PA 18974
Oct 12, 2012 As pure silicone dry-film lubricant fortified with ceramic, CRC SILARAMIC® reduces brake noise and vibrations by dampening all brake vibrating frequencies. Operating range of -50 to over +3,000°F accommodates all types of brake materials. Engineered to last for life of brake pads and prevent uneven pad wear, product contains corrosion, extreme pressure, and oxidation additives and provides protection in wet and dry conditions and will not melt or run off onto friction pads or rotors.

Solvay Advanced Polymers, L.L.C.    Alpharette, GA 30005-3914
Oct 04, 2012 Developed specifically for LED electronic packaging applications that utilize surface mount technology, Lavanta® 5115 WH 011 consists of 15% glass fiber-reinforced injection molding compound. Material provides greater than 95% reflectivity with optimized whiteness retention, even after thermal and light aging. Able to fill very thin-walled sections required for low-profile, side-view LEDs, compound offers dimensional stability due to low moisture absorption.

Pregis Corp.    Deerfield, IL 60015
Oct 02, 2012 Available in 2 x 24 x 108 in., charcoal black-colored planks and densities of 2.2, 4, 6, and 9 lb/ft³, PolyPlank® low explosive limit (LEL) closed cell polyethylene (PE) foam targets military applications requiring cushioning materials containing 10% or lower VOCs. Cushioning properties, which protect against impact and vibrations incurred during transport, accommodate requirements of weaponry, ammunition, fuses, and instrumentation. Foam with 2.2 lb/ft³ density also comes in 48 in. width.

Techspray Inc.    Amarillo, TX 79107
Oct 01, 2012 Supplied in 12 oz aerosol package, E-LINE IPA (Part  No. 1610-12S) is 99.8% pure anhydrous (minimal water) IPA suited for defluxing, fiber optics maintenance, stencil cleaning, tool cleaning, tape-head cleaning, and other light-duty cleaning. Sealed system complies with US South Coast regulation SCAQMD rule 1171 and California CARB requirements as well as European REACH and WEEE initiatives. Formula does not contain RoHS restricted substances, SVHC listed substances, or halides.

Epoxies Etc.    Cranston, RI 02921-3407
Sep 28, 2012 Free of any flammable or toxic solvents, 2-part 50-1225 has -65 to +210°C service temperature, will cure in deep sections, and will not support or promote flame. Compound is designed for electronic packages that require flow around components, thermal conductivity, and ability to sustain environmental extremes. While material flexibility will cushion electronics through aging and thermal cycling, shrinkage rate during cure will not stress components.

Elastocon TPE Technologies, Inc.    Rochester, IL 62563
Sep 28, 2012 Intended for medical product designers and manufacturers, SEBS-based thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) of CLR series includes grades with hardnesses from 15–75 Shore A as well as 2 grades, CLR65 and CLR75, that are oil-free. Odorless TPEs utilize FDA-compliant materials exhibit tear resistance, can be color tinted, and can be extruded or injection molded. Applications include grips for medical and dental utensils as well as knobs and buttons for medical equipment.

Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc.    Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Sep 19, 2012 Suited for use where virgin PPS or PEEK material is not performing as needed, Techtron® HPV PPS is formulated for optimal wear resistance and minimial coefficient of friction. This self-lubricating, reinforced polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) suits moving part applications, is FDA-compliant, and exhibits resistance to chemicals, high energy radiation, and hydrolysis. Dimensional stability characteristics promote consistent machining.