Macdermid Autotype Autotex XE Film Offers Increased Range for UV and Compatibility
ROLLING MEADOWS, Illinois, August 6, 2007 - High levels of UV light in exterior applications for membrane switches rapidly affect the performance of conventional overlays leading to discoloration and deterioration of the surface layer. MacDermid Autotype's Autotex XE film offers increased UV resistance and has been developed specifically to resist yellowing and premature aging for these outdoor products. The film can withstand high humidity and temperatures and has a built in UV inhibitor
to offer maximum protection in extreme environmental conditions.
Autotex XE is an advanced polyester film, which is tougher and more durable than polycarbonate and PVC films, consisting of a base polyester and a flexible chemically bonded, UV cured, textured coating and is chemical, abrasion and scratch resistant with a long flex life.
Autotex XE may be used as a substrate in the membrane switch overlay, facia panel, signage, nameplate, and label/product marking markets. Bjorn Kienzle at Kienzle Systems in Germany, which has recently been working on new developments for portable PC systems, stated, "The uniform, textured surface, extraordinary anti-scratch properties and high UV resistance that prevents premature yellowing and embrittlement, make Autoflex XE the ideal material for these demanding outdoor
applications."
Autotex XE is available in Fine and Velvet textures on the first surface, with an ink receptive second surface. The second surface provides excellent adhesion properties for screen printing inks.
About MacDermid Autotype
MacDermid Autotype is the leading global innovator, designer, developer and manufacturer of specialized coating technology for films used in a wide range of applications. These include touch and vision systems, membrane switches, Film Insert Moulding (FIM) products for the automotive, telecommunications and domestic appliances sector and screen printing. With specialist expertise in precision coating technology, MacDermid Autotype, transforms and enhances the performance of films for many high technology and demanding applications.
In recent years MacDermid Autotype has brought screen printing to new levels of control and repeatability, reinforcing the benefits of the process for new applications such as flexible circuit printing, DVD and industrial glass printing. Most recently it launched hard coated films with antimicrobial protection for cleaner critical surface applications, and diffuser and anti-reflection films for us in flat
panel displays.
The company is part of Denver, Colorado-based MacDermid Inc., a leading supplier of offset blanket, flexo plates and Colorspan ink jet printers and supplies.
For more information, visit www.macdermidautotype.com, email pressrelations@macdermidautotype.com, call 800.323.0632, or write to Neil Bolding, MacDermid Autotype Inc., 1675 Winnetka Circle, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008.
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