Medical Adhesives are suited for direct skin application.
Press Release Summary:
MG Series high molecular weight, rubber-based adhesives are composed of gelatinous, thermoplastic material that behaves like solid but conforms like liquid. Products resemble hydrogels, but are not water-sensitive and will not dry out. Adhesives provide immediate gentle bond to skin and allow pain-free removal. They can be used on substrates such as non-woven fabrics, polyurethane films, and polyethylene and polyurethane foams.
Original Press Release:
MG Series High Molecular Weight Medical Adhesives for Direct Skin Application
Windsor, Connecticut - April 26, 2004.... Scapa Medical has introduced the MG Series of high molecular weight rubber based medical adhesives for direct skin applications such as bandages, monitoring sensors, and personal care items.
MG Series adhesives are composed of a gelatinous thermoplastic material that behaves like a solid adhesive but conforms like a liquid. These adhesives resemble hydrogels but are not water sensitive. They provide adhesion properties similar to those of hydrogels but will not dry out, eliminating packaging and storage problems.
MG Series products provide an immediate gentle bond to skin, and allow pain-free removal. These adhesives may be used on a variety of substrates including non-woven fabrics, polyurethane films, and polyethylene and polyurethane foams.
For additional information, contact Scapa Applications Support at (800) 653-5312, or access the Scapa Medical website at www.scapamedical.com. Scapa North America develops innovative specialty adhesive films and tapes for a range of markets. Major markets include aerospace, automotive, construction, electronics, industrial assembly, medical, and printing and graphics.
