Huntsman Advanced Materials Americas Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Nov 09, 2004 RenShape® SL 7570 is a transparent stereolithography photopolymer for building flow visualization and form-and-fit models and prototypes. Heat deflection temperature of 140°F ensures dimensional stability and resistance to distortion. Applications include models and prototypes of package designs, optical guides, toys, medical devices, and electronic equipment fascias. Material is also suited for making QuickCastâ„¢ patterns and masters for RTV silicone rubber moldmaking.

Zytronic PLC    Tyne & Wear NE21 5SG  United Kingdom
Nov 08, 2004 Optical Control Filter controls direction of emitted light from LCD displays, reducing reflections, and facilitating readability in direct sunlight. Polycarbonate film uses lamination bonding and vacuum deposition techniques to integrate privacy louver matrices with anti-reflection and anti-glare coating. Filter can be bonded directly to LCD displays measuring up to 18 in., making it suited for in-car, naval, and aerospace display applications.

Profma International Co.,ltd.    Mianyang 621000  China
Nov 01, 2004 Equivalent to Kapton FN616, Polyimide Film PI-F features 12.5 micron FEP coating on both sides. Polyamide Film PI-H ranges from 1-8 mil thick and comes in widths of 10-1,040 mm. Corona-treated Polyimide film, PI-V is offered in same thickness and widths as PI-H.

Solvay Advanced Polymers, L.L.C.    Alpharette, GA 30005-3914
Oct 29, 2004 Amorphous thermoplastic SUPRADELâ„¢ HTS features glass transition temperature of 509°F and heat deflection temperature of 491°F. It is resistant to hydrolysis by hot water and steam, as well as to acids, bases, and flame. In addition to being processed by injection molding, extrusion, and thermoforming, material can also be melt processed. It is suited for automotive, aerospace, electrical, electronic, and industrial product applications.

Pacor Inc.    Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Oct 21, 2004 Lytherm 550-L is composed of unwashed spun, high-purity alumina-silica fibers formed into flexible sheet. It features organic binder for handling strength at room temperature, offers chemical stability, and resists attack from corrosive agents. Suited for applications requiring high-temperature protection up to 2,300°F, Lytherm 550-L resists oxidation and reduction. If it becomes wet due to water, steam, or oil, thermal and physical properties return upon drying.

Johns Manville    Denver, CO 80202
Oct 20, 2004 Direct roving StarRovâ„¢ LFTplus exhibits impact resistance, chemical stability, and is recyclable. Utilizing long fiber thermoplastics (LFT) technology, rovings' chemical sizings are compatible with PP, PA, PBT, and other thermoplastic polymers. Demonstrating dimensional stability and coefficient of linear thermal expansion almost equal to steel, product is suited for front-ends, bumper beams, instrument panels, or spare wheel pans.

Johns Manville    Denver, CO 80202
Oct 20, 2004 Available in 4 mm fiber lengths for thermoplastics such as PA, PP, PBT, and SMA, ThermoFlow® strands exhibit processing, mechanical, and matrix bonding properties suited for extrusion applications. Product features minimal fines and bulk density as well as uniform bundle size and shape. Featuring consistent glass content, strands are suited for automotive, electrical and consumer goods applications.

French Technology Press Office, Inc.    Chicago, IL 60601
Oct 19, 2004 Novacel 9380 features 45 micron thick, clear and transparent polyolefin film. Reinforced adhesive layer ensures adherence for protection of white plastic profiles or plastic profiles laminated with decorative film, while avoiding wrinkles or bubbles during manufacturing. UV-treated film can be exposed to outdoor aging for up to 6 months. Novacel 9380 is supplied in rolls of 550 or 1,100 yards and in widths corresponding to widths of profiles.

Cixi Weilite Sealing Material Co.,Ltd.    Cixi City 315300  China
Oct 18, 2004 Reinforced Graphite Sheet is formed by sticking flexible graphite sheets together with metal plate. It offers compressibility and resilience, as well as sealing properties for microscopic surface irregularities. Ranging in thickness from 1.0–3.0 mm, sheet is offered in lengths and widths of 1,500, 1,000, and 500 mm.

Glen Raven Inc.    Glen Raven, NC 27217
Oct 12, 2004 Featuring NFPA70E Hazard Risk Category Rating of Class 2, GlenGuardâ„¢FR 6 oz fabric consists of blend of fibers, including Kermel® aramid, and is engineered to provide comfort and moisture management to help keep wearer cool and dry. Offering abrasion resistance, fabric is UL certified and meets Canadian Standards CGSB 155.20 for industrial flash fire protection. It is also in compliance with Canadian Wildland Firefighting standard CGSB 155.22.

Solvay Engineered Polymers    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Oct 12, 2004 SEQUEL 2380® engineered polyolefin, suited for automotive interior applications, meets impact requirements of FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard) 201 and 208. With heat resistance to 110°C, product offers dimensional stability across broad temperature range. Uniform appearance is achieved by utilizing gravimetric blenders for color mixing at press, and material is resistant to buzz, squeak, and rattle produced by traditional interior materials.

Premix Thermoplastics, Inc.    Milton, WI 53563
Oct 12, 2004 PRE-ELEC compounds are based on chopped carbon fiber, milled carbon fiber, and carbon nanotubes. They are available with as much as 60% carbon fiber in nylon 6/66 and PPS, and at least 40% in others, including PP, ABS, PC, POM, and PSul. Compounds based on milled carbon fiber are less prone to warpage, while compounds that are based on carbon nanotubes can be electrically conductive with as little as 3% fiber reinforcement.

Indium Corporation    Clinton, NY 13323
Sep 30, 2004 No-clean, halide-free 3592-35 provides heat stability for high temperatures required in Pb-free wave soldering of mixed-technology and through-hole electronic assemblies. Solvent-based formulation offers wide process window and minimizes solder balling. It can be used with tin/copper, tin/silver/copper, and tin/lead alloys.

Epoxies Etc.    Cranston, RI 02921-3407
Sep 30, 2004 One-component, silver-filled, 40-3920 polymer system provides electrically conductive path and bonds to substrates such as kapton, mylar, glass, polyester, and ceramic. With viscosity of 9,000 cps at 25°C and operating temperature of -20 to +140°C, product is suited for EMI/RFI shielding, membrane switches, flexible circuits, and polymer thick film circuits.

Cimline, Inc.    Plymouth, MN 55447-4721
Sep 29, 2004 Suited for gravity feed cracksealing, 90 and 115 gal HeatWaveâ„¢ models feature auger type sealant agitator powered by Honda 4 hp engine that results in uniform heating. Trailer-mounted HW 115 is suited for larger pavement maintenance projects, while HW 90 is used for medium-sized jobs. Both models feature spigot engineered to prevent sealant clogging and tube-fired heating system constructed of 2 heavy-duty, single-pass flues.

Preferred Rubber Compounding Corp.    Barberton, OH 44203
Sep 21, 2004 Hydrogenated Nitrile (HNBR) elastomer compounds are used for leak-free seals, gaskets, and hoses where resistance to aggressive chemicals and extreme temperatures is required. HNBR covering compound can reduce noise originating from chain adjuster, where chain wheels can reach temperatures of 170ºC.

GripWorks    Arnold, MO 63010
Sep 01, 2004 Offering outdoor ozone and weather-resistant qualities, UV-NPVC meets standards for averting deterioration and cracking. Non-slip exterior surface and shock absorption capabilities guarantee firm grasp, helping to prevent injuries from hand fatigue and muscle strain. Offered in diameters up to 2.5 in., material comes in high-, medium-, and low-density, closed-cell foam rubber. Extruded tube can be further processed into variety of sizes and styles.

Ampac Flexibles    Cary, IL 60013
Aug 31, 2004 Flexi 6648 is suited for overwrapping materials impregnated with liquids and lotions. Laminate features PET/foil/clear PE and offers optimized moisture vapor and oxygen permeability; MVTR is <.001 g/100 sq in./24 hr, and oxygen permeability is <.001 cc/100 sq in./90% RH. Up to 10 colors can be printed on laminate. Specific product types include cosmetic wipes, antiseptic pads, facial towelettes, baby wipes, and medical gauze.

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.

Novacel    DEVILLE LES ROUEN 76250  France
Aug 24, 2004 Novacel 9019 clear, coextruded film, with polyolefin base, protects flat screens against scratches and dirt during assembly, handling, storage, and transport. Applied to clean, dry surface at temperature between 100–200°F, film can remain on polycarbonate, polystyrene, PVC, and other plastic sheets while undergoing heat treatment before and during thermoforming. No adhesive residue remains on surface after removing film.