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.

Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc.    Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Sep 19, 2012 Approved for direct contact with food by FDA and other US and European agencies, Hydex® 4101 and lubricated Hydex® 4101L stock shapes are suitable for machined parts in food processing equipment. Hydex® 4101 also offers resistance to typical cleaning chemicals such as chlorine and caustic solutions, features absorption rate as much as 15 times less than nylon, and can withstand high impacts.

DSM Copolymer, Inc.    Baton Rouge, LA 70821
Sep 28, 2010 Developed to meet demand for epoxy-free coating systems, epoxy-free Uralac® Veranda(TM) P 542 features optimized processing properties as well as flow characteristics in highly filled coatings. This HAA-curable resin, designed for coating systems that can replace epoxy hybrid systems with equal or better performing system, exhibits resistance to chemicals, staining, and boiling water. It also offers outdoor durability with minimal yellowing.

SABIC Innovative Plastics    Pittsfield, MA 01201
Feb 16, 2010 Intended for inhalation devices, LNP(TM) Stat-Loy(TM) specialty compound grades offer built-in, permanent anti-static properties to promote efficient delivery of full dose of powder or aerosol to patient each time. Compounds are pre-assessed for biocompatibility according to ISO 10993 and available in 3 transparent resin systems: acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS); polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)/acrylic; and Xylex(TM) resin, a polycarbonate (PC)/polyester alloy.

Interplastic Corp.    St. Paul, MN 55110
Feb 11, 2010 Featuring 5.5% rapidly renewable and 15% post-consumer recycled content, Silmar® resins include SIL90BA-220ECO for general-purpose cast marble applications and SIL93BE-330ECO, which is acrylic modified and contains UV stabilizers for solid surface applications. SIL90BA-585ECO offers rapidly renewable content of 26%. All 3 unsaturated polyester resins feature optimal thermal shock performance and cure properties, consistent color, and resistance to cracking during fabrication.

Sheffield Plastics Inc., A Bayer MaterialScience Co.    Sheffield, MA 01257
Mar 26, 2008 Available in .020, .030, and .040 in. thicknesses and in 51 x 100 in. sheet sizes, VIVAK® features masking only on gloss side. Non-glare satin finish can be printed on sheet's first/second surface with adhesion properties for UV or solvent based inks, while delivering glare-reducing texture. Suited for graphics, point-of-purchase displays/fixtures, indoor signs, and formed parts, sheet has thermoforming abilities and allows die cutting, deeper draws, and punching for thin gauges.

Eastman Chemical Co.    Kingsport, TN 37662-5075
Aug 26, 2004 Synthebond line of polymers, resins, finishes, and fluorochemical extenders are engineered to deliver hand and color fastness, abrasion resistance, oil and water repellency, and increased strength and rigidity for nonwoven applications. Finishing chemicals feature range of binders, performance finishes, softeners, and soil release agents that optimize performance of products such as window coverings, medical gowns, consumer wipes, and filtration systems.