Atoglas becomes Altuglas.
Atoglas, div. of Arkema Inc., Philadelphia, is now known as Altuglas International. It supplies Plexiglas acrylic acrylic, artificial fiber made from a special group of vinyl compounds, primarily acrylonitrile. Acrylic fibers are thermoplastic (i.e., soften when heated, reharden upon cooling), have low moisture regain, are low in density, and can be made into bulky fabrics. resins resins,
n.pl complex, insoluble, sticky substances secreted by plants. Used as astringents, antimicrobials, and antiinflammatories, and are burned as incense. Can cause oral ulcers and epidermal irritations. and sheet, as well as polycarbonate A category of plastic materials used to make a myriad of products, including CDs and CD-ROMs. sheet and low-profile additives for composites.
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