Ticona Engineering Polymers    Florence, KY 41042
Oct 31, 2011 Offering weld line strength and fuel resistance, extrudable-grade Hostaform XT20(TM) is suitable for technical pipes and hoses. Product operates at service temperatures from -40 to 80°C while providing chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low water absorption. Material is intended for automotive applications, including fuel lines, pneumatic braking systems, clutches, air-conditioning, and power steering.

Dunmore Corp.    Bristol, PA 19007
Oct 25, 2011 Designed to meet consumer demand for solar modules that match home exteriors, Black FPE (fluorinated polyester) film consists of black PV backsheet that makes modules resemble skylights. Polyester core, finished with fluorinated layer, combines durability with optimized physical, optical, and electrical properties. Gloss surface promotes efficiency with its solar reflectance, and bond strength for all layers of laminate provides stability under damp heat and freeze-thaw conditions.

Victrex USA, Inc.    West Conshohocken, PA 19428
Oct 18, 2011 Suited for high temperature tribological applications, VICTREX WG102 offers dimensional and thermal stability up to and beyond 572°F. PAEK-based compound is chemically resistant to aggressive environments, including service fluids, and contains no PTFE. Recyclable and melt processable with standard injection molding equipment, product requires no post processing or machining. Applications range from full plastic wear bushings to composite bushings and vane tips in vacuum pumps.

Aremco Products, Inc.    Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Oct 17, 2011 Consisting of ceramic and iron oxide filled paste, Pyro-Putty® 2500 bonds, seals, and repairs defects up to ¼ in. in cross-section in cast iron and steel components up to 1,600°F. Single part, water-based, black-pigmented paste will not decompose at high temperatures and contains no VOCs. Setting at room temperature and curing in-situ or by heating to 200°F for 2-4 hr, product is suited for afterburners, boiler casings, heat exchangers, exhaust manifolds, flanges, headers, and mufflers.

Michelman Inc.    Cincinnati, OH 45236
Oct 06, 2011 FDA-compliant Michem Coat 40Y provides barrier coating for paper and corrugated. Combination of raw materials and proprietary formulation techniques are used to produce coating that is resistant to water, oil, and grease and has optimized release properties. Completely repulpable and recyclable, this hot melt and coldset gluable product maintains stability and can be applied smoothly on rod, blade, or roll coaters either inline or offline.

Tekni-Plex, Inc.    Somerville, NJ 08876
Sep 29, 2011 Suited for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications, ALU-LOOK(TM) blister films provide option to cold-form foil and aluminum strip packaging. Product can be used as mono film and primary application is for laminations to PCTFE films. In addition to moisture barrier properties, pharmaceutical grade PVC film runs on standard thermoforming equipment, protects against UV and visible light, and mimics visual characteristics of cold-form foil.

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.

Acrilex, Inc.    Jersey City, NJ 07305 1122
Sep 22, 2011 Made from 30%-50% recycled plastic materials, Ecoglas® environmental acrylic sheets resemble beach glass, stained glass, jungle or desert camouflage, and hard candy. Fusion between acrylic casting with inclusion of colorful post-industrial scrap plastic materials affords variety of colors and textures. Thermo-formable and translucent, sheets are made from blended, dissimilar, recycled polymers and suit such applications as POP displays, store fixtures, furniture, lighting, and signs.

Aremco Products, Inc.    Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Sep 19, 2011 Used to produce thermally insulative and high dielectric components and fixtures used in electrical and electronics applications, Aremcolox(TM) 502-400 features compressive and flexural strengths of 40,000 and 15,000 psi, respectively. Material provides dielectric strength of 400 V/mil, dielectric constant of 6.9 at 1 MHz, and thermal conductivity of 2.88 Btu-in./hr-ft²-°F. Aremcolox(TM) 502-400 comes in rods from ¼-1 in. D x 18 in. L and plates from 1/8-1 in. thick x 14 x 20 in.

Huron Technologies, Inc.    Leslie, MI 49251
Sep 19, 2011 Blending Carnauba wax and synthetic polymers, Formula 7925 releases polyester and fiberglass on all FRP tooling, high-pressure laminates, metal, and other hard surface molds. Designed for use at mold temperatures from 70-200°F, product produces minimal build up and enables streak-free high-gloss finish after polishing. Applications include resin transfer molding, polyester or polyurethane open molding hand lay-ups and spray-ups, vacuum bag molding, and compression molding.

Foster West Corporation    Putnam, CT 06260
Sep 16, 2011 Custom extruded film and rod can be made with customer-specified active pharmaceutical ingredients and range of polymer formulations, including EVA, bioresorbable, and water-soluble polymers. With output intended to aid implant, patch, and oral drug delivery applications, approach combines material blending with direct extrusion shape forming. Production capabilities include drug/polymer films in widths of 2-5.5 in. and thicknesses of 0.0012-0.0394 in. and solid rods from 0.020-0.315 in.

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Sep 15, 2011 Formulated for adhesion to range of plastics, Sapphire BA series pad and screen printing ink is rated toy safe, free of heavy metals and restricted phthalates, and compliant with CPSIA and California Proposition 65. Alcohol-resistant, opaque, and glossy ink has highly pigmented formula suitable for use with 305 mesh and images with fine details. Product can be used as 1- or 2-component ink and, when used with hardener, exhibits optimized abrasion resistance and pot life (8-9 hr).

Hunter Chemical, LLC    Fort Washington, PA 19034
Sep 09, 2011 Nickel Flake Grade NF50 is processed with purity, morphology, and particle size distribution useful for applications such as adhesives, lubricants, and various coatings. Product features irregular-shaped platelet morphology, and other specific properties include 99.80% min nickle content, average diameter of 17.9 µm, average thickness of 1.6 µm, and average aspect ratio of 15.5.

Akro-Mils, A Myers Industries Co.    Akron, OH 44301
Sep 06, 2011 Available in 36 x 5/16 x 61 in., 36 3/16 x 13 ½ x 66 3/8 in., and 36 3/16 x 25 x 66 3/8 in. sizes, Beige Louvered Panels provide options to organize workstations and storage areas while reclaiming valuable floor space and maximizing parts handling efficiency. Beige color is suitable for virtually any healthcare environment, including supply rooms, laboratories, patient care areas, and office areas.

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Aug 25, 2011 Used for pad printing and screen printing, SI Series ink adheres to silicone products such as wristbands, iPod and iPad covers, oven mitts, swimming caps, flexible computer keyboards, and remote controls. Glossy ink exhibits flexibility and abrasion resistance. Curing takes 2-6 min at 400°F or 10 min at 260°F.

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Aug 24, 2011 Intended for screen or pad printing onto dark textiles, SB SuperWHITE contains special pigment that maximizes print opacity and allows mixed ink to maintain proper viscosity during production shift. Ink withstands 50 industrial washes, is rated toy-safe, and does not cause skin irritation. Compliant with CPSIA'08 and Proposition 65, ink does not contain heavy metals and restricted phthalates, azo dyes, or PVC.

SABIC Innovative Plastics    Pittsfield, MA 01201
Aug 17, 2011 Validated and certified by LPKF for use on their equipment, LNP Thermocomp Compound is suited for integrated LEDs and connectors in portable devices. In addition to custom colorability and optimal surface finish in external housings, PC/ABS-based compound provides performance attributes for electronics applications, including impact resistance, high flexural modulus, and dimensional stability. Product also offers wide processing window and can be plated.

SWD Urethane Co.    Mesa, AZ 85210
Aug 12, 2011 Designed to work with Graco E-8p Reactor, Quick-Shield 106 ZH is both ICC and CCMC approved and has passed SPF smoke and flame test, ASTM E-84 at 4 in. Open cell ½ lb foam also carries GREENGUARD Children and Schools certification, so it is certified to have low VOCs and contain no formaldehyde, helping to create healthy indoor living environment.

Surface Guard, Inc.    Aurora, IL 60504
Aug 05, 2011 Featuring slight difference in adhesion strength, Surface Guard® 132 and 133 provide temporary protection of painted metals and plastics. Both feature polyolefin film coated with water-based acrylic adhesive system, and exhibit low adhesion build over time when used with stainless steel, polycarbonate, acrylic, painted metal, and bright aluminum surfaces. When protection is no longer needed, products are removed with quick release. Sizes range from 1-80 in. W in roll lengths up to 15,000 ft.

Saint-Gobain ADFORS    Albion, NY 14411
Aug 01, 2011 Designed to reinforce joints for seamless drywall finishing, FibaTape® Extra Strength Tape has fiberglass open mesh design, which provides protection against mold and eliminates blisters and bubbles. Self-adhesive product, available in 2 3/8 in. x 250 ft rolls, requires no pre-bedding coat. It is suited for applications that require additional strength, including vaulted ceilings, arches, halls, and veneer plaster jobs.