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New Thermoplastic Elastomers Use Proprietary Compounding Technology

New Thermoplastic Elastomers Use Proprietary Compounding Technology

Includes products with up to 45% marine waste and 70% total recycled material content with hardness from 35 Shore A to 95 Shore A. Made from marine waste plastics that allow design freedom and end uses for marine plastics versus single resin recycling. Can compete in high-performance applications with conventional TPEs, TPVs, and TPU chemistries for use in consumer goods, toys, electronics, and...

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TPE Feed Mat helps solve mealtime problems.

TPE Feed Mat helps solve mealtime problems.

By retaining high ductility and strength, 78 shore A TPE P21-093A helps satisfy need for pet feeders specifically designed to prevent rapid and hasty eating by pets. Product can be colored and molded into complex shapes with good surface finish. Slip resistance property helps prevent sliding and food spillage. Material is recyclable, top rack dishwasher safe, and free of PVC, metal, latex, and...

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Metal and X-Ray Detectable Rubber Materials Now Available!

Metal and X-Ray Detectable Rubber Materials Now Available!

Precision Associates has developed two Metal and X-Ray detectable materials for the food processing industry.-  Silicone 19770 and NBR 7770 are both 70 durometer materials, blue in color.-  Both compounds were tested buy an independent laboratory and found to have magnetic properties that exceed the industry standards.-  These materials are FDA Compliant.-  Additional compounds will be...

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Thermoplastic Elastomers serve sensory-sensitive applications.

Suited for applications in food and beverage packaging, transport, and storage, sensory-sensitive thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs)- include specialty compounds and formulations that can be used to manage permeation of CO2, water vapor, and oxygen in addition to improving sealing properties. Grades meet most food and beverage contact standards of FDA, EU, and GB; are fully recyclable;...

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Highlight of Sarlink® Automotive TPEs at NPE Will Be New High-Flow Series for Window Encapsulation and other Sealing Systems

Sarlink-® ME-2600 Series Has Even Better Flow Properties than Other Sarlink Injection Molding Grades for Automotive Seals and Offers Weight Savings vs. EPDM and PVC PAWTUCKET, RI, U.S.A. –- A series of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds for window encapsulation and other injection molded automotive sealing applications provides a higher-flow alternative to thermoplastic vulcanizates...

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Bayer Materials Withstand Demanding Conditions and Meet Requirements for Innovative Medical Devices

ANAHEIM, Calif. –- Increasingly, innovative medical applications place further importance on the success of the materials they use. When patients' health, mobility and comfort are involved, reliability and durability are crucial. Bayer MaterialScience LLC steps up to the challenge offering original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a wide range of material solutions for their medical application...

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Trim-Lok, Inc. Announces Flammability, Smoke and Toxicity (FST) Capabilities

Trim-Lok, Inc. Announces Flammability, Smoke and Toxicity (FST) Capabilities

Buena Park, CA — Trim-Lok Inc. announces the release of a Flammability, Smoke and Toxicity (FST) Certified Dense Rubber Material to expand their already extensive extrusion capabilities.-  This addition helps Trim-Lok serve their customers that have Smoke and Flame requirements typically required in mass transit and aviation applications.-  Trim-Lok's new FST Rated Materials are certified to...

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At NPE 2015, Elastocon to Highlight 5 New TPE Grades, Offers Industry Expanded Capacities

ROCHESTER, ILL –- At their NPE 2015 booth #26043, South Hall, Level 1, Elastocon TPE Technologies will be featuring at least five of its newest grades. Elastocon officials also note that major production enhancements now enable this American-owned privately held TPE formulator to accommodate orders for the most demanding of applications from small bags to pellets in 1000 lb. quantities and...

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Color Consistency for Injection Molded Parts Poses a Challenge

Color Consistency for Injection Molded Parts Poses a Challenge

This becomes apparent when it comes to mating parts in any assembly where colors need to match 100 percent.-  Pre-colored plastic is used in the injection molding process so the molded part emerges in the specified color and finish.-  There is no need for painting, plating or other finishing steps. The color becomes an integral part of the component, and the color is not just on the surface....

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Fresh Air Intake Designed to Meet ASHRAE 62.2 standards
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Fresh Air Intake Designed to Meet ASHRAE 62.2 standards

Alan Manufacturing has a long history of developing innovative solutions for HVAC applications. With over 1,000 product designs under our belt, we have gained a reputation as the go-to source for HVAC dampers, hardware, duct supports, zone control systems, and much more. Adding to this extensive list of achievements we now announce the release of our new line of Fresh Air Intake products. Designed to meet ASHRAE 62.2 standards, they are the most robust and high-performance product of their kind. See our video to learn more.

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