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Soft, Lightweight GLS VERSAFLEX-® TPE Helps the Lobie(TM) Accessory Ease Discomfort of Earbuds
Clear, Colorable VERSAFLEXÃ-® CL30 TPE Delivers Ideal Level of Pliability for Adjustable Fit and Maximum Comfort MCHENRY, ILL - Jan. 4, 2008 - GLS Corp., a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), today announced that the new Lobie(TM) earbud accessory from Acousticlobe features its soft, lightweight...
Read More »GLS DYNAFLEX G2700 TPE Series Wins FDA Clearance for Direct Food Contact Applications
Approval Includes Fatty and Non-Fatty Food Contact McHENRY, Ill. (July 27, 2007) - GLS Corporation, a global leader in the development, manufacture, and supply of high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), today announced that its entire line of DYNAFLEXÃ-® G2700 TPEs have been given clearance by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in direct food...
Read More »Oxygen Barrier TPE is designed for medical applications.
With performance equivalent to thermoset butyl rubber, oxygen barrier thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) ensure protection against oxygen permeation in healthcare packaging and delivery systems. Material properties, made to be custom-formulated, promote design freedom and potential for part consolidation. Able to be processed using injection molding as well as extrusion and blow molding, materials...
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New Product Line with Proprietary Line of GLS TPES, can Stick to Any Surface without Suction
Unique Adhesion and TPE Technology Offer Possibilities Limitless ENGLEWOOD, NJ (October 20, 2006) -- A special adhesion technology along with a unique formulation of TPEs allows a new shelving system to stick to almost anything, without using any form of suction. The material that makes this all possible, with some proprietary components added, is an alloyed blend of TPEs (thermoplastic...
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TPE Alloys minimize oxygen and moisture vapor transmission.
Design to extend products' shelf-life, TPE alloys provide barrier to oxygen and moisture vapor transmission in food, beverage, and medical packaging industry applications. Some grades are translucent, and technology ranges in hardness from Shore A 40-90. Standard TPE oxygen barrier is typically in the range of 50,000-90,000 cc.mil/m-².day.atm @ 23C, and moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR)...
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TPEs 'Translate' Precisely for the U.S. Military
TPEs from GLS Corporation for Translation Device Contribute to Use and Durability McHENRY, IL (August 9, 2006) - The U.S. military has a new weapon in its arsenal, a product that might be associated more with tourists than with the military. And interestingly, very much involved is a U.S. firm which one wouldn't normally associate with supplying goods for military needs - GLS Corporation, a...
Read More »Thermoplastic Elastomers bond to various nylon materials.
VERSAFLEXÃ-® OM6200 Series TPEs provide bond/overmold across nylon substrate types as well as modified nylons. Varying nylon type (6, 6/6, 6/6/6) or modifying nylon with colorants, impact modifiers, or lubricants has minimal impact on effects of TPE. Developed to process in insert molding and 2 shot molding, grades do not require drying of TPE or nylon substrate prior to molding. Grades come...
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TPE Alloys are suited for replacing silicone and PVC.
Featuring water-clarity and heat resistance, VERSAFLEXÃ-® CL 2200 TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) alloys are supplied as injection-moldable pellets with 42 and 50 Shore A hardness. They offer bite and tear resistance, making them suitable for infant care and kitchenware products that require boiling and/or cleaning in hot dishwashers. Also suited for toys and tubing, they can be used in...
Read More »Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomers impart rubbery feel.
VERSOLLAN(TM) TPE Alloys are offered in Shore A hardness of 55 and 65 and feature soft touch, high coefficient of friction, and dull, matte finish. They can be insert or 2-shot overmolded directly onto PC, ABS, or blends of PC and ABS. Alloys provide chemical and oil resistance. Applications include soft touch grips, handles, and knobs on hand and power tools; lawn and garden equipment; sports...
Read More »PolyOne IQ Design Team Receives Gold IDEA Award for Social Impact
CLEVELAND, Sept. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL) has announced that its IQ Design team received a 2019 IDEA Gold award in the Social Impact Design category from the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). The award recognizes PolyOne's work in designing and developing the USee™ self-refraction device for Global Vision 2020, a nonprofit organization founded by...
Read More »PolyOne Expands in India with New TPE Line and Technology Center
PUNE, India – October 16, 2018 – PolyOne today announced the opening of a new, state-of-the-art thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) production line at its Pune facility in India. In addition, the Company opened a new Technology Center that will house an advanced laboratory for new and existing R&D activities. The highly automated and dedicated TPE line is the first of its kind in India, and is...
Read More »PolyOne Achieves Responsible Care-® Certification by American Chemistry Council
CLEVELAND, Jan. 4, 2018 - PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a leading global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced that it has been certified to the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) Responsible Care Management System? (RCMS). Certification was granted by an independent, third-party auditor, based on PolyOne's conformance to the RCMS's comprehensive...
Read More »Polyone Expands Specialty Color and Additives Expertise with Acquisition of IQAP Masterbatch
CLEVELAND, Jan. 2, 2018 - PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced the acquisition of IQAP Masterbatch Group S.L., a privately owned and innovative provider of specialty colorants and additives based in Spain with customers throughout Europe. Founded in 1979 by Xavier Rovira, IQAP has built a technical and...
Read More »PolyOne Acquires Gordon Composites and Polystrand
• Creates new PolyOne Advanced Composites platform within Specialty Engineered Materials • New continuous reinforced thermoplastic composite capability establishes PolyOne at the forefront of next generation composite solutions • Proven invest-to-grow approach to integration will accelerate product development, commercial excellence and service to customers CLEVELAND, July 26, 2016 -...
Read More »PolyOne Acquires Certain TPE Assets from Kraton
CLEVELAND –Ã- Expanding on its global footprint and expertise in thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) innovation and design, PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL) today announced it has acquired certain technologies and assets from Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc. (NYSE: KRA). The two companies also entered into a supply agreement, whereby Kraton will provide PolyOne certain raw materials used in...
Read More »Soft, Lightweight GLS VERSAFLEX-® TPE Helps the Lobie(TM) Accessory Ease Discomfort of Earbuds
Clear, Colorable VERSAFLEXÃ-® CL30 TPE Delivers Ideal Level of Pliability for Adjustable Fit and Maximum Comfort MCHENRY, ILL - Jan. 4, 2008 - GLS Corp., a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), today announced that the new Lobie(TM) earbud accessory from Acousticlobe features its soft, lightweight...
Read More »GLS DYNAFLEX G2700 TPE Series Wins FDA Clearance for Direct Food Contact Applications
Approval Includes Fatty and Non-Fatty Food Contact McHENRY, Ill. (July 27, 2007) - GLS Corporation, a global leader in the development, manufacture, and supply of high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), today announced that its entire line of DYNAFLEXÃ-® G2700 TPEs have been given clearance by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in direct food...
Read More »Oxygen Barrier TPE is designed for medical applications.
With performance equivalent to thermoset butyl rubber, oxygen barrier thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) ensure protection against oxygen permeation in healthcare packaging and delivery systems. Material properties, made to be custom-formulated, promote design freedom and potential for part consolidation. Able to be processed using injection molding as well as extrusion and blow molding, materials...
Read More »
New Product Line with Proprietary Line of GLS TPES, can Stick to Any Surface without Suction
Unique Adhesion and TPE Technology Offer Possibilities Limitless ENGLEWOOD, NJ (October 20, 2006) -- A special adhesion technology along with a unique formulation of TPEs allows a new shelving system to stick to almost anything, without using any form of suction. The material that makes this all possible, with some proprietary components added, is an alloyed blend of TPEs (thermoplastic...
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