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American Kuhne introduces modular microextrusion system at MD&M

At the MD&M show from 14 – 16 February 2012 in Anaheim, CA, USA, American Kuhne will feature a running microextrusion line including their 13 mm (1/2”) gearless modular microextruder with pressure control, B&H Tool BH25 MicroCrosshead with spiral deflector, 3-ft precision water bath, Conair Medline puller/cutter and Zumbach ID/OD/WALL system.

New sealant and wheel conditioner solutions

Pathway Polymers is offering several new products to the tyre market. These products include a new high-speed sealant and several types of wheel conditioners that are available exclusively through the company.

New HyTemp grade for improved hose extrusion performance

Zeon Chemicals has added a new grade of HyTemp to its polyacrylate elastomer family. Intended for use in charge air cooler (CAC) hose for turbo diesel (TDi) or turbo gasoline applications and other high-performance automotive parts, HyTemp AR212XP is said to offer better polyacrylate extrusion performance, while bringing the same level of heat and fluid resistance of Zeon’s high-temperature ACM (HT-ACM) elastomers – at greater than 50 % faster extrusion rate.

Winners of SPE 41st Auto Innovation Awards Competition announced

The Automotive Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has announced the winners of its 41st-annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition.

Zeon continues to grow with facility expansion and new Zetpol EP polymers

High demand for Zetpol HNBR elastomers continues to drive expansion at Zeon Chemicals, with new product introductions and increased manufacturing capacity.

DuPont introduces Kalrez 9300 and 9500 perfluoroelastomer parts to seal demanding plasma etch and deposition processes

The introduction of DuPont Kalrez 9300 and 9500 perfluoroelastomer parts for sealing remote and in situ plasma etch processes, and for demanding deposition processes where ozone is prominent, were two of the highlights of the company's multi-product and technology offerings to semiconductor wafer processors at Semicon Europa 2011.

Reliable release ease for compression molded fluoroelastomers

Huron Technologies, Inc. offers mold release agent 7463 to manufacturers of compression molded fluoroelastomers. A semi-permanent release agent recommended for the release of select fluoroelastomers, release coating 7463 is said to provide good release of rubber seals, gaskets, O-rings, grommets and other molded parts.

WPC from bioplastic and pulp fibres

The Swedish company Innventia AB from Stockholm together with an industrial consortium has developed a wood-polymer material from cellulose pulp and PLA.

Glass fibre-reinforced PLA compounds

RTP Company has launched a new line of glass fibre-reinforced PLA compounds that are said to overcome many limitations of unmodified PLA by delivering greater strength, stiffness, and thermal performance. The new materials target durable and semi-durable applications.

Engel delivers turnkey MuCell systems

With immediate effect, Engel is delivering full systems for MuCell foam injection moulding on a turnkey basis world-wide, thereby covering the entire physical foaming process chain from a single source.

Technical polymer blends for automotive and electrical applications

Glass fibre-reinforced semi-crystalline thermoplastics are known for their tendency to warp, a tendency which is significantly reduced by adding SAN or ASA. This combination guarantees a good finish and enables the use in numerous applications for visible parts.

Optimised extrusion line for TPE/PP sealing profiles

KraussMaffei Berstorff has bundled the technical knowledge and expertise of the production sites in Hanover and Munich in a new high-end extrusion line for the production of sealing profiles. The line is designed for processing polypropylene or thermoplastic elastomers of different hardness degrees.

SPE announces finalists in 41st Automotive Innovation Awards competition

The Automotive Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has announced the finalists for its 41st annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition, the oldest and largest recognition event in the automotive and plastics industries. Finalists survived a pre-qualification round, as well as presentations before a panel of industry experts on September 29-30. Those selected from that round presented again before a Blue Ribbon panel of judges on October 10. Category and Grand Award winners selected during the Blue Ribbon judging will be announced on November 9 during the Automotive Innovation Awards Gala in Detroit.

Desma to showcase Benchmark S3 vertical machine in Shanghai

At the RubberTech 2011 in Shanghai, Desma will highlight its Benchmark S3 vertical machine, that offers a comprehensive package of technical features. The emphases of the machine concept are on reduced energy costs and on improvements of the complete injection process as well as of ease of operation.

Rubicon at the RubberTech China 2011

From 22 – 24 November 2011 the company Rubicon Gummitechnik und Maschinenbau GmbH will presents its portfolio of machines and lines for the processing of rubber, silicone and thermoplastic elastomers at the RubberTech China 2011 in Shanghai.

New impact modifiers for PA6 an PA66 in low temperature applications

For the automotive, industrial, and household markets, Arkema has developed the new grade Lotader 2200, specifically suited to the manufacture of PA66 components requiring impact resistance at very low temperatures (e. g. rearview mirror, hubcap, handle, lawnmower body, etc.).

Teijin Aramid launches black Twaron fibre

Teijin Aramid has started the production of the first all black aramid fibre Twaron Black in Emmen, Netherlands. Twaron, normally golden yellow in colour due to the chemical process, now is available in black in the same quality. At the request of customers in the sailing and sports industries, the company started to investigate other colours for the fibre. Twaron Black will soon be seen for the first time in the sails of the world’s largest ocean sailing race, the Volvo Ocean Race.

Mould-free sealing for ventilation ducts

Poor sealing of ventilation systems in buildings results in rising energy costs and the formation of mould. Air ducts are often constructed using pre-manufactured rubber compression gaskets to seal the transitions between the individual elements. Over time, however, these gaskets lose their elasticity and become brittle. As a result, their sealing effect decreases, leaving cavities in which mould can form.

A. Schulman expands range of Polybatch antibacterial and antimicrobial masterbatches

A. Schulman is expanding the range of its speciality antibacterial and antimicrobial masterbatch solutions to meet a wider variety of application needs in the packaging, consumer products and medical markets.

Puma introduces Re-Suede with rice husk filled rubber outsole

Puma took one of its most well-known shoes, the Suede, and re-tooled each component with the highest degree of recycled materials. The new Re-Suede has been developed using the latest materials and processes in eco-friendly product innovation.

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