New Elastomer for Static and Dynamic Seals in Hydraulic Actuation Systems
EPM 953 outperforms EP elastomers and maintains an seal at temperatures as low as -85°F or below. Ensures high durability and little to no hydraulic fluid leakage over the lifetime of an aircraft. Improves dynamic cap seal energization while increasing the margin of safety and elasticity at low temperatures.
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United Soft Plastics Reports Growing Use of TPEs for COVID-19 Related Medical Applications
Manufacturers of Face Masks, Ventilators, and Face Shields Opting for TPE’s Elasticity, Resilience, and FDA Compliance Lawrenceville, Ga., February 4, 2021 – United Soft Plastics, a leading manufacturer and custom compounder of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), reports a surge of interest in the use of thermoplastic elastomers for the production of many COVID-19 related medical applications....
Read More »New Bonds from Star Thermoplastics Come in Natural and Black Colors
Features hardness 60 Shore A and 75 Shore A. Offers tensile properties, elongation and tear properties. Ideal for variety of Polyamides such as Polyamide 6, and Polyamide 6,6.
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New AudiaFlex Family Includes OP Line of TPE Based on Marine Waste Plastics
AudiaFlex™PC line is offered with 5-50% PCR content in hardness from 20 Shore A to 95 Shore A. AudiaFlex™PI contains incorporate 5-70% post-industrial recyclate content. AudiaFlex™Bio is available for oxo-degradable and compostable applications.
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NVH Materials Guide
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) refers to the study of noise and vibration for the purpose of modifying equipment for quieter, safer operation.
Read More »New Custom Formulated Base Resistant Elastomers Fill Gap Between FKM-2 and FEPM-1
Bonding grade and packer grade compounds offer low temperature properties and low compression than 100H Aflas®. Includes bonded seals requiring good bond strength in extreme environments. Ideal for applications such as downhole safety valves and flapper valve seats.
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TPE-Based Midsole Adds More Soring to Each Stride of New Running Shoe From Aanta Sports Products
Teknor Apex and ANTA Collaborated on Developing a High-Resilience Midsole Formulated with Monprene® TPE Jinjiang, China, October 27, 2020: A custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) from Teknor Apex Company has helped China’s ANTA Sports Products Limited to develop a running shoe that exhibits outstanding rebound resilience, enabling wearers to run for longer distances. One of the...
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New Non-Latex Rubber Strips Can be Sterilized Using Autoclave and Irradiation
Made from synthetic rubber and helps to hold masks in place while being worn. Suitable for all kinds of masks being used by medical staff in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Ideal for personal protective equipment (PPE) such as medical masks, face shields, and ventilators.
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New Plastics Materials from 3D Systems is Suitable for Multiple Industrial Applications
Figure 4 RUBBER-65A BLK elastomer offers high elongation at break for flexibility and durability. Accura Patch and Accura Bond high viscosity materials are used with SLA resins for creating larger parts and patching during post processing. Figure 4 JEWEL MASTER GRY versatile master pattern material with high heat deflection temperature ensures compatibility with range of silicones for creating...
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New MD-30000 Thermoplastic Elastomers are CONEG and RoHS Compliant
Include grades with enhanced softness, translucence, low compression set for effective sealing properties, and resistance to lotions. Exhibit adhesion to engineering plastic substrates while meeting the stringent requirements for use in medical devices. Offer shorter cycle time due to avoidance of a curing process, and can be processed on conventional injection molding equipment.
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New Fusion 665 Elastomer Meets AMS 7379 and AMS-P-83461
Operating temperature ranges from -70°F to 450°F (-57°C to 232°C) and achieves low-temperature performance. Offers chemical compatibility and dynamic sealing performance. Overcomes limitations of comparable materials, such as NBR, FKM, or FVMQ (Fluorosilicone).
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Solve Any Large-scale Water Control Problem with the Aqua Dam Flood Barrier
Aqua Dam is the ultimate solution for large-scale water control projects. It combines lightweight, large size, and portability all in one innovative product. To learn more about the uses, and applications of Aqua Dam, or to see it in action, check out our new video to get all the details.
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