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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Features high tear strength for implant applications and fast processing for improved productivity. Ideal for extruding multi-lumen, co-extruded, braided, pump and thin wall tubing.
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New Multilayer Material Innovates Formula Dispensing for Jarred Cosmetics
Fairburn, GA (January 18, 2018) – A new patent-pending composite material combines the reservoir and applicator in a single product to provide consistent dosage for cosmetics formulas packaged in jars. By combining layers of fiber and/or foam with layers of Nubiform®, a porous elastomer from Porex Corporation (“POREX®”), the material performs as both a gateway and selective barrier to...
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New Technology for Cosmetics Applicators Offers Top-Notch Hygiene
Fairburn, GA (October 31, 2017) – Cosmetics designers can now achieve superior hygiene with an applicator material featuring enhanced antimicrobial protection. This new alternative for applicator tips uses an innovative technology that kills bacteria directly on the applicator surface. Introduced by Porex Corporation (“POREX®”) for use with foundations, concealers, lip stains and other...
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New Silicone Foams and ESA Provides Protection Against Harsh Chemical Environments
Silicone foams are used for battery pack protection against thermal runaway in electric vehicle applications. Advantages include lightweight density, flexible cure chemistries and thermal management. ESA 7246 will be highlighted as clear, two-component liquid silicone that cures with heat or at room temperature.
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AFLAS® 100 Series Fluoroelastomers Enhance Performance of Pumps, Valves and Seals
EXTON, Pa., August 21, 2019 — Components used in industrial equipment must withstand taxing conditions in order to reduce downtime needed to repair or replace malfunctioning parts. To help manufacturers of industrial parts address this challenge, AGC Chemicals Americas offers AFLAS® 100 series fluoroelastomers to enhance the performance and extend the life of pumps, seals and valves used in...
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AFLAS® Fluoroelastomer Grades Receive FDA Approval for Food Contact
EXTON, Pa., July 22, 2019 — AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc. announces the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved three grades of AFLAS® fluoroelastomers for food contact. AFLAS 150P, 100S and 100H fluoroelastomer grades can now be utilized in equipment used in food processing applications. These AFLAS grades are ideal for components like seals, sanitary gaskets, O-rings, valve seats and...
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New AFLAS 400E and 600X Withstands Continuous Temperature up to 200 degree C
Laminated directly to dissimilar elastomers without using a tie layer. Offer manufacturers an alternative to materials like acrylic rubber, silicone rubber and FKM. Ideal for automotive hose applications including intercooler, blow-by, turbocharger, oil cooler, oil return and positive crankcase ventilation.
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Monprene OM compounds Exhibit Improved Bond Strength when Overmolded Onto Rigid Polymers
Monprene OM-19300 are designed for adhesion to general-purpose and high-impact polystyrene. Monprene OM-19400 general-purpose series ranges in hardness from 40 to 70 Shore A and overmolded onto a range of thermoplastic substrates. Monprene OM-19100 and Monprene OM-19100V series consists of low compression set compounds designed for overmolding onto nylon.
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Latest SSP4773 Fluorosilicone Rubber is Certified to MIL-DTL-25988 Military Standards
Available in SSP4773-40, SSP4773-50, SSP4773-60, and SSP4773-70 grades in 4 different durometers. Enhances chemical resistance to non-polar solvents, fuels, oils, acids and alkaline chemicals in -70°F to 450°F temperature range. Suitable for industrial, aerospace, aviation and analytical instrumentation applications for static sealing and cushioning.
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Trotec Laser Offers Customizable Industrial Laser Marking Solutions for Any Application
Trotec's laser marking solutions provide your company with configurable workstations and intuitive, customizable software. Check out our video to learn more.
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