Curbell Plastics    Orchard Park, NY 14127
May 11, 2012 Available in ½-6 in. diameter rods and 3/8-4 in. thick sheets, Sustarin® C XDT Acetal Copolymer and Polystone® M XTD UHMW-PE can be detected by X-ray inspection equipment for pieces as small as 3 mm³ on production lines running as fast as 250 fpm. Both materials are FDA-compliant for direct food contact. Detected in various types of packages, including metal cans, glass jars, and plastic containers, materials are suitable for scraper blades, filler/mixer components, wear/slide guides, and baffles.

Toray Plastics (America)    North Kingstown, RI 02852
Mar 12, 2012 Addressing needs of consumer-goods companies and converters, Torayfan® F63 heat-sealable BOPP film employs proprietary technology that promotes adhesion of water- and solvent-based inks on print side. Product, developed for use as print web, is especially suited for use with white inks when opacity is desired. Seal-initiation temperature for lap seals enables fast processing on high-speed form-fill-seal equipment.

Eriez Magnetics    Erie, PA 16514
Mar 05, 2012 Used to impart x-ray contrast into food contact plastic articles, PolyMag® XRD products can be used to safeguard consumers against plastic-contaminated food products. FDA-compliant product, available in beige-colored pellets, has co-polymer carrier resin that is compatible with various polymers, including polyethylene, polypropylene, TPE, and TPU resins. Detectable plastics are most often pigmented blue, which can be accomplished when using PolyMag XRD.

Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc.    Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Mar 02, 2012 Formulated to give optimized color performance with both transmitted and reflected light using white LEDs, LED White Diffusion Sheet can be cut, drilled, and shaped using traditional acrylic fabrication techniques. Continuous cast acrylic sheet is available in 51 x 108.375 x .118 in. size and is suited for airport signage, POP displays, and in-floor lighting.

Wacker Chemical Corp.    Chino, CA 91710
Feb 08, 2012 Intended for household appliance, automotive, and electronics sectors, ELASTOSIL® N9111 single-component silicone rubber compound cures at room temperature in presence of atmospheric moisture to yield silicone with optimized heat resistance and mechanical properties. This alkoxy-curing RTV-1 system, formulated with tin-free catalyst, is fully compatible with platinum-catalyzed silicone products, even in uncured state. Cured rubber is resistant to UV light and temperatures up to 200°C.

Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc.    Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Dec 09, 2011 Boltaron® sheet serves such industries and applications as aerospace, mass transportation, general thermoforming, corrosion resistant components, and wall protection. Specifically, aircraft-rated Boltaron 4330/9815E meet FAA requirements for flame, heat release, and smoke generation. Specialized grade, Boltaron® 4335, suits commercial/industrial thermoformed and fabricated parts. Also, there are 7 specialized grades of PVC/alloy for Rail and Mass Transit interior applications.

Automated Packaging Systems Inc.    Streetsboro, OH 44241
Sep 28, 2011 Engineered using advanced polymer technologies, XD Blend provides thin, 0.95 mil material for use with AirPouch® Express(TM) 3 void-fill packaging system. Material comes pre-formed and fan-folded in box that contains nearly 5,000 ft of uninflated pillows, minimizing changeover times and storage space requirements. Part of EarthAware(TM) family of films, fully recyclable XD Blend contains additive that causes biodegradation in 9 months to 5 years, depending on exposure conditions.

Ensinger    Washington, PA 15301
Jul 25, 2011 Since blue does not widely occur naturally in food chain, TECAFORM® FG Blue was designed so that food equipment components machined from this material will be picked up by optical inspection systems if part breaks during operation. Manufactured from FDA, USDA, and 3A Dairy compliant resin, material is resistant to hot water and most cleaning chemicals. It is used for bushings, rollers, and other components requiring low moisture absorption, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability.

Stratasys, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55344 2020
Jul 21, 2011 Intended for use by Fortus 400mc and 900mc additive manufacturing systems, ABS-ESD7 has static dissipative properties for applications where static charge can damage products, impair performance, or cause explosion. Material also eliminates attraction and buildup of particulate, such as dust or powders, and helps avoid attraction of atomized liquid. Targeted applications include assembly aids designed to hold, handle, or carry electronics safely.

Milliken & Co.    Spartanburg, SC 29304
Jul 07, 2011 Intended mainly for use in polypropylene compounds, Hyperform® HPR-803i can be used to partly or fully replace talc. Parts using reinforcing agent have balance of stiffness and impact strength as well as surface finish that is resistant to scratching. Available as free-flowing powder that can be incorporated during compounding via side-feeder, Hyperform HPR-803i is suited for automobile interior applications.

Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc.    Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Jun 03, 2011 Suitable for replacing metal parts that are currently fabricated, Acetal Polymer is machinable, dimensionally stable, and color-coded in bright blue tint. Typical applications include conveyor belt links or pins, food processing parts, and threaded components. With impact strength and no moisture absorption properties, UHMW Polyethylene is designed primarily for food processing industry. Both metal-detectable plastics are available in 1/8-8 in. diameter rods and 3/8-8 in. thick sheets.

Struktol Company Of America    Stow, OH 44224 0649
May 18, 2011 STRUKTOL® TR 063 reduces compound viscosity and optimizes metal release and dispersion of mineral fillers and reinforcing agents in nylon 6 and 66 compounds. Compatible with polyamides, it has minimum interaction with coupling agents used with reinforcing agents, such as glass fiber. Product minimizes die build-up when strand palletizing nylon 6 and 66 compounds when added at 0.5-1% loadings. In pellet form, lubricant can be used with extrusion or injection molding machines.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Feb 28, 2011 Formulated with Biostrength® impact modifier from Arkema, Inc. and carrier polymers consisting of Ingeo® PLA from NatureWorks LLC, Terraloy(TM) 90000 Series can be added to polylactic acid resins at 5-10% levels. Masterbatches provide optimized impact strength while sustaining clarity of base resin. Applications include flexible and thermoformed packaging, extrusion coating, and food service disposables.

Americhem, Inc.    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222
Jan 28, 2011 Offering protection up to 390 nm, nDuramax(TM) masterbatches helps PET packaging producers protect brand identity by preventing discoloration as well as changes in taste and smell. Containers made with nDuramax(TM) are fully recyclable and ready to be incorporated into post-consumer recycling streams. UV-absorbing stabilizers also contribute to sustainability by protecting packaging and contents from degrading effects of UV light. Uses include FDA or non-FDA applications.

Web Industries    Marlborough, MA 01752
Jan 20, 2011 Used alone or in combination with other materials, ZHFR SUPERBULK® helps meet standards for flame retardancy, elimination of halogens, low smoke density, low acid gas, and low fuel. Filler uses polypropylene chemistries based on intumescent char formers and low-smoke synergists that allow polypropylene yarns to isolate fuel sources when burned. Product enables wire and cable manufacturers to address compliance issues in power, energy, control, datacom, and telecom industries.

Dymax Corp.    Torrington, CT 06790
Jan 18, 2011 Suited for appliance assembly applications, 3225-T-SC rapidly bonds, laminates, and seals most plastics such as PMMA, PC, PVC, ABS, PA, PU, SAN, TPU, and aluminum. Product is bright blue in uncured state, enabling automated vision systems to confirm adhesive placement prior to cure. During curing process, adhesive transitions to clear, confirming that full cure has been achieved. Product cures tack-free after exposure to broad-spectrum curing equipment in less than 4 sec at 200 mW/cm².

Granger Plastics Co., The    Middletown, OH 45044
Dec 28, 2010 Offering alternative to granite, premium rotomolded polyethylene combination cremation urn and burial vault features ¼ in. thick walls as well as molded-in threaded inserts with stainless steel security screws. Waterproof product, which may be buried without additional urn vault and can help deter theft, comes in various colors and effects, including custom granites, metallics, and pearlescents.

ACPO, Ltd.    Oak Harbor, OH 43449
Dec 03, 2010 Resistant to acids, chemicals, and oil, N21010 consists of 1.0 mil Clear BOPP non-topcoated face combined with emulsion acrylic overlaminating adhesive and .92 mil polyester release liner. Aesthetics eliminate concern for fish eyes and deliver optimal wet out, while adhesive is engineered for short term re-positionability and ultimate adhesion to variety of substrates. Product is suited for use in booklet applications as well as dark and metalized substrates.

Milliken & Co.    Spartanburg, SC 29304
Nov 23, 2010 Hyperform® HPR reinforcing additives, available as free-flowing powder, provide processors with option for making high-performance polypropylene (PP) parts with lower weight. Intended primarily for automotive sector, Hyperform® HPR-803 fibers have aspect ratio of ~40:1 and natural color that reduces pigmentation requirements/usage. Recycled material exhibits minimal loss of mechanical properties, and wear on equipment is minimal at all stages of processing.

Rollprint Packaging Products, Inc.    Addison, IL 60101
Nov 09, 2010 Based on ClearFoil® barrier-coated polyester coupled with aggressive sealant, Overture® One Lamination is suitable for granular, powdered, liquid, and solid applications that benefit from clarity and absence of foil. Oxygen barrier levels are available as low as 0.0008 cc/100 in.²/24 hr and moisture barrier properties are available down to 0.0008 g/100 in.²/24 hr. With transparent film, brand owners can use product texture and color to optimize shelf appeal.