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HVAC Thumb Wheel and Vent
NEW ENERGY
VEHICLE OEM
H V A C T H U M B W H E E L & V E N T
• Reliable sealing performance
• Excellent abrasion resistance
• Good bonding with PA6
• Formulated a TPE with good sealing and
insulation for gaskets within the vent to
minimize air and moisture leaks, improving
the overall efficiency and performance of the
HVAC system
• Provided a solution that resisted wear,
abrasion, and impact to enhance the
longevity of components
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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BENEFITS OF VERSAFLEX PF FOR
SURFACE PROTECTIVE FILMS:
• Customizable tack
• Single-step manufacturing process (co-
extrusion)
• Low volatile organic compound (VOC)
emissions during manufacturing
• Eliminates secondary coating and drying
operations
• Eliminates hazardous liquid chemicals
compared to solvent systems
• Reduces converting costs versus coating
• Reduces energy consumption
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Versaflex PF formulations, customizable
based on desired level of tack, are co-extruded
with protective films to provide just the right
amount of protection during the fabrication,
assembly, shipment, storage and installation of
finished goods in many industries and end-use
applications including:
• Optical films and display panels for consumer
electronics
• Home appliances
• Construction and building materials
• Furniture and cabinetry
• Automotive and other transportation
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Degree of tack can be customized for substrate surfaces.
TAILORING TACK BY BLENDING VERSAFLEX PF
Film Thickness:
39 micron LDPE/13 micron Versaflex PF
F = Final tack after 7 days @ 25° C i = Initial tack after 20 mins @ 25° C
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Film Thickness:
51 micron LDPE/25 micron Versaflex PF
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GILMOUR®
A Q U A A R M O R T M L I G H T W E I G H T
H O S E
• Lightweight
• Improved kink resistance and flexibility
• Soft yet durable solution for consumer appeal
• Shelf differentiation
• Drinking water safe
• Met all requirements with a custom TPE
solution, enabling Gilmour to produce a more
compact hose about 50% lighter than standard
PVC hoses
• Incorporated custom colorants for brand
consistency, and specialty additives for
enhanced UV and abrasion resistance
• Delivered a single-material solution for easier
manufacturing, and supplied materials locally to
align with customer’s “Made in the USA” brand
• Provided regulatory and technical support to
product development
Customized Versaflex™ TPE
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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MC-72433PP WHITE 70%
MC-72534PP WHITE 70%
STAN-TONE DB-15597 HI LITE BLUE
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U-PVC WALL
CEILING PRODUCER
C O R R U G A T E D S H E E T
• Achieved the beige color target with a
uniform coloring process, ensuring a high-
quality sheet appearance
• Adjusted color strength in sheet production
using online controls at the pump controller
• Maintained a clean operation by eliminating
powdery pigments in the workplace
ColorMatrix Liquid Color Concentrates
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PRODUCTIVITY + SAFETY
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• Reduces particulates from TiO2 bulk pigment use in the
workplace
• Color consistency and good surface finish
• Maintain good mechanical properties and shore hardness
of the extruded sheet
• Compliance with heavy metal-free and RoHS regulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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Patterson, William H.
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Base Resin PC PC/PSU PES PEI PP ABS PEEK PA
Barrel Temperatures* °F (°C)
Rear Zone 530–560
(277–293)
550–575
(288–302)
660–700
(349–371)
675–725
(357–385)
390–420
(199–216)
425–460
(219–238)
680–730
(360–388)
430–500
(221–260)
Center Zone 515–560
(269–288)
540–565
(282–296)
650–690
655–710
(352–377)
380–405
(193–207)
415–450
(213–232)
670–710
(354–377)
420–490
(216–254)
Front Zone 510–525
(266–274)
530–555
(277–291)
640–680
(338–360)
655–700
(346–371)
370–395
(188–202)
405–440
(207–227)
410–480
(210–249)
Nozzle 520–535
(271–280)
540–565
(282–296)
650–690
665–710
(352–377)
380–400
(193–204)
415–450
(213–232)
660–700
(349–371)
420–490
(216–254)
Melt
Temperature
525–560
(274–293)
530–580
(277–304)
650–700
(343–371)
660–730
(349–388)
375–395
(191–202)
410–460
(210–238)
650–730
(343–388)
420–500
(216–260)
Mold
Temperature
175–250
(80–121)
160–220
(71–104)
280–350
(138–177)
275–350
(135–177)
100–135
(38–57)
150–180
(66–82)
300–425
(149–219)
160–230
(71–110)
Pack & Hold
Pressure
50%–75%
of Injection Pressure
Injection
Velocity
in/s
0.5–2.0
Back Pressure
psi 50
Screw Speed
rpm 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70**
Drying
Parameters
°F (°C)
6 hrs @ 250
4 hrs @ 250
4 hrs @ 275
(135)
4 hrs @ 250
3 hrs @ 300
(150)
2 hrs @ 200
(93)
3 hrs @ 275
(135)
4 hrs @ 180
(82)
Cushion
in 0.125–0.250
Screw
Compression
Ratio
2.0:1–2.5:1 2.0:1–2.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1
Nozzle
Type
General
General
General
General
General
General
General
Reverse
Taper
Clamp
Pressure 5–6 Tons/in2
* A reverse temperature profile is important to obtain optimum conductive properties.
Only naturally balanced runner systems (“H” pattern) are recommended
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Nymax™ / Bergamid™ Polyamide Formulations
Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife
Bergamid™ Polymer Formulations and GLS™ TPEs provide comfort and usability in iconic pocket knife handle
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DIFAS
T O O T H B R U S H H A N D L E
• Replace current polymer with a more sustainable solution
• Excellent surface finish with multiple color options
• Processed using current molding equipment and
machinery
• Used formulation expertise to develop a custom
formulation that met critical quality parameters
and enabled customer to use existing molding
equipment
• Enabled customer to work towards sustainability
goals and bring a competitive solution to the
market
• Enhanced the marketplace appeal of the end
product with colorability of the material
Maxxam BIO Bio-based Polyolefin
Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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