Excel Polymers UPS Equipment Investment

Hexpol Compounding Burton Rubber Processing Jun 22, 2010

SOLON, Ohio - (FEBRUARY 1, 2010) - Despite the recent downturn in the economy, Excel Polymers has continued to invest significantly in its manufacturing operations. This investment enables Excel to continue to offer its customers custom mixing on the newest and most advanced equipment available in the marketplace.

In 2009, Excel Polymers replaced 4 mixers across its operations. The normal life span of a mixer is around 10 years with continuous use and proper maintenance. With the latest updates, over 80% of Excel's active mixers have been in use less than 4 years.

In addition to the mixer investments, Excel Polymers also added gear pump straining capability to its Dyersburg, TN operations. The benefits of gear pump straining include:

Providing ultra-clean compounds for Class A finish applications.

Improved dispersion and compounding consistency.

Elimination of excess heat, which often impacts scorch characteristics.

High output consistency allows for tighter profile tolerances.

Consistent output allows for precise cutting of rubber performs.

Excel Polymers is the world's leading provider of customized, high-performance compounded elastomer materials, roll compounds and efficiency-improving additives. End-use markets include transportation, consumer goods, industrial, construction, oil and gas, and roller markets. Excel Polymers is headquartered in Solon, Ohio, and operates plants in the United States, Mexico, Europe and China.

For more information, please visit www.excel-polymers.com.