Alliance Polymers & Services    Romulus, MI 48174
Jun 18, 2013 Able to be press blow molded, suction blow molded, or 3D sequential coextruded, Viprene™ is suited for automotive, aircraft, and other vehicle parts such as hollow boots, bellows, and ducts. Material is available in Shore A hardness of 90 and handles temperatures from 40–347°F, while retaining flexibility. In addition, product is chemical resistant and requires minimal flashing and trimming.

Polyone Corp    Seabrook, TX 77586
May 30, 2013 Consisting of crystallized PET-based concentrate with built-in catalyst to promote oxidation, AmosorbT Plus oxygen scavenging solution enhances container clarity to help achieve aesthetic goals while also reducing haze to promote recyclability. Product offers protection for non-carbonated foods and beverages for up to 6 months or longer, depending on container design. Using this solution, customers can tailor shelf life while reducing container weight.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Jul 22, 2011 Featuring bio-based content level of 90%, Terraloy® BP-39070 Series is biodegradable, offering alternative to petrochemical-based resins in applications where sustainability and compostability are critical considerations. Typical grade exhibits heat distortion temperature of 100°C and Izod impact strength of 69 J/m. FDA-compliant compounds replace PS and PP in high-heat thermoformed sheet for microwavable frozen food trays, hot beverage cup lids, and carry-out containers.

Integral Technologies, Inc.    Bellingham, WA 98225
Jun 28, 2011 Composed of polyamide 66 and nickel-plated carbon fiber, ElectriPlast(TM)-CF66 is engineered to meet electro-magnetic shielding, thermal requirements, and mechanical properties for automotive, marine, and aerospace applications. Non-corrosive electrically conductive, resin-based composite can be molded into any shape or size associated with plastics, rubbers, and other polymers. Material also withstands corrosive fluids and high-frequency vibration.

RTP Co.    Winona, MN 55987
Jun 15, 2011 Glass fiber-reinforced polylactic acid (PLA) compounds, optimized for strength, stiffness, and thermal performance, target durable and semi-durable applications. Engineered bioplastic compounds offer sustainable alternative to traditional hydrocarbon-based thermoplastics. Fully colorable, PLA bio-polymers have glass fiber loadings from 10%-40%; 30% grade has 16,500 psi tensile strength, 1,630,000 psi flexural modulus, and 320°F heat deflection temperature at 66 psi.

Arlon Electronic Substrates    Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Jun 01, 2011 Combining non-polar thermoset resin system with controlled-expansion ceramic filler and low-loss thermoplastic material, GenClad 280 matches electrical performance of PTFE laminate systems, but supports multilayer designs. RoHS-compliant product offers low dielectric constant and loss of 2.8/0.002 at 10 GHz, low water absorption of 0.04%, and stable dielectric constant over frequency and temperature. Material adheres to variety of PTFE and other RF/microwave cores.