New Epoxy Resins and PES Additives Boost Fracture Toughness and Microcrack Resistance
ELM-434L and ELM-434VL grade epoxy resin has viscosity of 8,200 mPa-s and 5,100 mPa-s respectively. SumikaExcel 2603P lower-viscosity PES additive has a viscosity of 0.26 and molecular weight (Mw) of 16,000. Benefits aerospace composites where the viscosity of the combined epoxy/PES matrix is dependent on the molecular weight.
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New Polyurethane Gel Resin with Low-Tack and High-Elongation Properties
Offers lower Shore OO Durometer and OOO Durometer ranges with very low surface stickiness. Enables users to cast the low viscosity liquid resin mix into a low-cost mold to make soft products with low-tack surfaces. Applications include upholstery gel pad, honeycomb cushioning columns, specialty gaskets, bathtub pillows, gel shoe insoles and bed mattress gel parts.
Read More »AGC Chemicals Americas to Present on High-Gloss Direct-to-Metal Waterborne Coatings
EXTON, Pa., February 4, 2020 – AGC Chemicals Americas Inc. will present on the latest developments in corrosion-resistant FEVE water-based coatings formulations at the 2020 Waterborne Symposium. Donald Lawson, technical development chemist, will discuss high-gloss direct-to-metal waterborne coatings and evaluate corrosion inhibitors with blends of various waterborne acrylic and FEVE...
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New Epoxy Resins Help to Prevent Cathodic Disbondment and High-temperature Resistance
HyPox resins improves cathodic disbondment and toughness properties at various temperatures when used in girth weld and in FBE coatings. EPALLOY epoxy phenol novolacs are ideal for high-temperature and chemical resistant coatings. THPE-based epoxies are available with high Tg and chemical resistance.
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Polymer Protection For Optical Fiber
To learn more about the challenges your optical fibers face, and which polymers are best to protect them, download this white paper.
Read More »New E-Aquasol Water-soluble Resin Incorporates N3xtDimension UV-curable Resin Technology
Designed for use on cDLM® 3D printing platform and ideal for printing molds in a wide variety of industrial applications. Allows industrial manufacturers to shell-cast thin-walled parts with high feature resolution. Suitable for users who seek to avoid the use of aggressive solvents such as caustic.
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Fluoropolymer Materials from AGC Chemicals Improve Performance and Aesthetics of Stadium Roofs and Facades Worldwide
EXTON, Pa., November 11, 2019 — Fluon® ETFE film and Fluon® PTFE for architectural fabrics from AGC Chemicals are used in stadium constructions around the world to provide stylish exteriors that can resist UV light, water, wind, chemicals and other harsh conditions. Fluon ETFE film is used in membrane structures, architectural facades and roofing. Fluon PTFE is used to coat glass cloth and...
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Sartomer to Introduce Innovations for UV/LED/EB-Curable Systems and Advanced Materials at CHINACOAT 2019
Sartomer, a business line of Arkema, will feature the latest developments for energy curing systems at CHINACOAT 2019 in Zone 8, Hall W3, booth W3.E05. Experts from Sartomer Asia will be available to share information regarding innovative bio-sourced acrylates and advanced materials for 3D printing, specialty coatings, electronics and inks applications. In addition, Ms. Julie Zhou, application...
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TORAY Announces North America Availability Of TOYOLAC® Transparent ABS Resin for Medical Applications in Liquid-Contact Devices
New York, NY: Toray, Industries Inc., a global leader in polymer chemistry, organic synthetic chemistry, and biotechnology, announces the North America availability of TOYOLAC® Transparent ABS Resin for medical applications. Toray was the first and is the world's largest manufacturer of transparent ABS Resin. With newly expanded production capabilities and customer support including...
Read More »New Yaw Slide Bearing Material Based on Polyethylene Terephthalate
Ertalyte® SLP Blue PET-P offers wear resistance, low coefficient of friction and high strength. Delivers load results of 110-120 MPa in case of 60% retained height and up to >250 MPa in case of 80% retained height. Provides better thermal performance than nylon or acetal.
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Arkema Highlights 3D Printed Innovative Industrial Applications at AMUG 2019
Arkema will promote its high-performance materials for 3D Printing at the Additive Manufacturing Users Group(AMUG) 2019 Conference in Chicago, IL -US, from March 31 to April 4, 2019. During technical sessions, our experts will present how our materials contribute to unlock new industrial applications. “Arkema is focused on unlocking the next revolution of industrial opportunities by bringing...
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Clear Clogged Drains Faster with General Pipe Cleaners' Kinetic Water Ram
The Kinetic Water Ram by General Pipe Cleaners clears out clogged pipes quickly using kinetic energy. The Ram is so simple to operate, anyone can use it. Check out the video to learn more.
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