LEHVOSS North America, LLC    Pawcatuck, CT 06379
Mar 29, 2013 Promoting contamination-free processing of foodstuffs, LUVOCOM® Detectables are magnetic thermoplastic compounds that combine soft magnetic components with impact-resistant polymers. Presence of fragments or particles of injection-molded, extruded, and otherwise fabricated plastic parts can be observed through metal or x-ray detection systems, allowing apprehension and rejection of contaminated food or parts with foreign particles as small as millimeters. Coloring is also possible.

Compression Polymers Corp./Vycom Corp.    Moosic, PA 18507
Mar 13, 2013 Manufactured with proprietary formulation, Endurabond™ provides structural support for marine and RV construction. Material will not, rot, splinter, delaminate, or absorb moisture. Engineered for structural strength, screw retention, and impact resistance, maintenance-free product comes in gray, coarse finish and standard sheet sizes of 48 x 96 in. with ¼, ½, or ¾ in. thickness. Surface finish and formulation promote bonding and adhesion properties.

Victrex USA, Inc.    West Conshohocken, PA 19428
Mar 08, 2013 Inclusion of high-modulus fibers (HMF) into VICTREX® PEEK™ materials provides strength and stiffness needed by engineers to displace metals such as steel, aluminum, titanium, brass, and magnesium in aircraft system attachments, industrial machinery, and semiconductor and medical equipment. Tested in range of chemicals, VICTREX PEEK HMF polymers are based on Victrex 90-Series formulation and are optimized for fatigue performance and long term use temperature of 500°F.

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.

Alliance Polymers & Services    Romulus, MI 48174
Jan 08, 2013 Compounded with polyolefin phase with cross-linked EPDMK phase, Viprene® P High Performance Thermoplastic Vulcanizates are available in hardnesses from 45 Shore A to 50 Shore D. Recyclable products offer high heat stability, low temperature flexibility, and resistance to oils and abrasion. Available in natural or black pellets, TPVs are suited for power steering, brake, and fuel hoses as well as bellows, under-the-hood parts, appliances, and electrical, construction, and industrial parts.

Alliance Polymers & Services    Romulus, MI 48174
Nov 30, 2012 Supplied as natural or black pellets, Viprene® G thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) grades are offered in hardness ranges from 45 Shore A to 50 Shore D and combine mechanical performance of thermoset rubber with processing properties of plastics. TPVs offer flexibility at low temperatures as well as long-term resistance in harsh environments and applications where abrasion, chemical, and UV resistance are required. Depending on grade, TPVs can be injection molded, extruded, or blow molded.

Putnam Plastics Company, LLC    Dayville, CT 06241
Nov 13, 2012 Custom PEEK extrusions for medical devices include vascular catheters with diameters as small as 0.010 in. and wall thicknesses of 0.002 in. Extrusions for non-vascular applications are offered in diameters up to 1 in., with 0.010 in. wall thicknesses. Tubing is manufactured with PEEK polymer, featuring flexural modulus of 595,000 psi to provide high strength for minimally invasive devices. Thin wall PEEK tubing also comes in semi-transparent or custom colors.

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.

Outwater    Bogota, NJ 07603
Oct 05, 2012 Available in Standard and Baby versions, multipurpose Binning Divider Strips create reconfigurable compartmentalized horizontal and vertical partitions or dividers for bins, drawers, cabinets, tables, or displays in which objects must be segregated. Products feature raised slots into which dividers of different materials can be temporarily or permanently fitted as necessary. Available with or without adhesive backing, strips come in black, white, ivory, or clear styrene.

SABIC Innovative Plastics    Pittsfield, MA 01201
Sep 26, 2012 Developed for rail seat backs and covers, LEXAN™ FST3403 Thermoplastic achieves HL3 hazard level rating under CEN/TS 45445-2 R5. Material also provides high flow capabilities that enable large parts, such as seat back shells, to be injection molded without marks, texture defaults, flow lines, and other surface defects. Ability to be custom colored avoids need for secondary painting, while impact and chemical resistance helps protect railcar, bus, and tram seating from wear and tear.

Paylode    New Concord, OH 43762
Aug 31, 2012 Available in heights of 96, 102, and 120 in., Void Panels round out loads to help shippers secure cargo in transit. Products provide buffer protection for airbags and goods, regardless of whether shipments are made using truck, rail, or intermodal containers. While maintaining void integrity around load, compress and recover functionality also reduces risk of load shift. Individual HDPE Void Panel, made from 100% recycled materials, can withstand 50,000 lb of force without crushing.

Alliance Polymers & Services    Romulus, MI 48174
Aug 29, 2012 Exhibiting flexibility in low temperatures, Elastollan® Soft 35A and 45A (phthalate-free plasticized) and Elastollan Soft 60A and 70A (non-plasticized) accommodate applications requiring shock absorption, abrasion resistance, wet slip resistance, and comfort. Each TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) exhibits transparency and is resistant to effects of hydrolysis and chemicals. Typical applications include footwear, door and window profiles, goggles, and electronics.

Clip Strip Corp.    Hackensack, NJ 07601
Jul 20, 2012 Sticky Strips(TM), available in 6- and 12-position versions, are 15 mil thick, made of nearly transparent PVC, and feature stripes of adhesive along length. Once release paper is removed from adhesive side, snacks and candies packaged in bags without mounting holes can be pressed against strip for mounting and display. Adhesive will work even in temperatures encountered in warehouses, and bags can be removed and reattached at will by consumers.

Wacker Chemical Corp.    Chino, CA 91710
Jun 28, 2012 Based on vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymers, VINNAPAS® EP 8010 permanently bonds challenging paper and cardboard surfaces, such as coated or painted paper, and polymeric film. Aqueous dispersion is manufactured without use of alkylphenol ethoxylates and makes supplementary plasticizers unnecessary. Delivering heat-resistant bond, product is suited for formulating adhesives used in food packaging bags and up-market folding boxes, as well as laminated products for car interiors.

Styrolution Group GmbH    Frankfurt am Main 60325  Germany
Apr 10, 2012 Offering optimal impact strength and weathering characteristics, Luran® S BX11012 acrylonitrile styrene acrylate resin was developed for use in construction market, including decking, fencing, and siding applications. Product can be used as cap layer over other plastics. It provides long-term color stability in wide range of colors, including mid-range and dark colors.

Eastex Products, Inc.    Holbrook, MA 02343
Feb 17, 2012 Available in 54 and 60 in. rolls, Medical Fabrics are suited for fabricating inflatable medical products. These soft, non-stretch, thermoplastic polyurethane-coated nylon fabrics hold air, water, and gels and can be manufactured using RF welding as well as heat and sonic sealing technologies. Flame-retardant, fluid-proof, cleanable, stain-resistant, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal fabrics, offered in blue, black, and maroon, come in various fabric deniers, including 70d, 210d, and 420d.

RTP Co.    Winona, MN 55987
Feb 17, 2012 Impact-modified polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic compounds are designed for select semi-durable and durable applications and offer enhanced impact strength and high heat deflection temperatures. Available in both injection and extrusion grades, PLA compounds are fully colorable and have bio-content as high as 95% depending on additive loading levels. Applications include molded covers, housings, and structural components for appliance, consumer electronics, office equipment and medical devices.

KRAIBURG TPE Corp.    Duluth, GA 30096
Jan 24, 2012 Use of Wet Grip elastomer technology, offered under THERMOLAST® W trade name, increases coefficient of friction (COF) in TPE materials for greater degree of grip in dry and wet applications without any negative impact on physical and rheological performance. Wet Grip compounds, which are available in 25-60 Shore A hardness and meet FDA approvals, also enhance surface smoothness, sealing, bonding, transparency, and coloring. They can also be made to adhere to engineering thermoplastics.

Ensinger, Inc.    Washington, PA 15301
Dec 15, 2011 Made with Victrex® PEEK polymer, TECAPEEK® is available in .020 in. thickness. Slit to width rolls let user specify exact width needed for part while maximizing stamping or cutting speed. Offering chemical and heat resistance, rolls can be slit down to .25 in. and used in manufacture of high-temperature cable ties or strapping in aerospace applications where inherent low flame and smoke generation demand materials that meet stringent aircraft requirements.

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.