Chemicals & additives. (What to See at NPE 2003).Compounders, molders, and extruders will find new answers to virtually all their additive needs at NPE NPE NullPointerException (Java) NPE Network Processing Engine NPE National Policy on Education NPE National Plastics Exposition NPE Natural Penis Enlargement NPE Nutrition Program for the Elderly 2003. Every category from colorants and fragrance additives to PVC PVC: see polyvinyl chloride. PVC in full polyvinyl chloride Synthetic resin, an organic polymer made by treating vinyl chloride monomers with a peroxide. stabilizers, antioxidants, and flame retardants will have something new to show. Among the more intriguing new additives are the first two Interloy products from Crompton Corp. They are based on in-reactor PP alloy technology acquired from Basell (previously used to make Hivalloy resins). One is a PP/PS graft copolymer that can compatibilize SEBS with PP in order to produce very high-impact blends. The other is a PP/PMMA graft copolymer that gives PP added gloss, weatherability, and scratch/mar resistance. Another unusual entry is a family of polyolefin-based nanoclay additive concentrates from PolyOne. Among them are grades that incorporate other functional additives as flame retardants and uv stabilizers. Meanwhile, Tomen America is introducing Pelestat permanent anti-static additives based on nylon or polyolefin with special polyether segments. They are said to form a conductive polymer network in the host thermoplastic. Color it New colorants will be plentiful at the show, especially "special-effects" types. For example, Teknor Color is showcasing its new Magic Color concentrates whose "color-variable" pigments confer iridescent, multi-colored effects on cosmetic packaging, appliances, and sporting goods. Teknor is also unveiling a line of color concentrates for "soft-touch" TPEs. New Clear View concentrates from Polymer Color Services not only color but clarify homopolymer PP. The company is also introducing "Smell, Taste, and Sight" concentrates that combine color and taste/odor modifiers for thermoplastic novelty items, packaging, and dental guards. Shepherd Color Co. is launching a new sparkle and luster special-effects technology based on silver-coated glass flakes. The perfectly flat glass flakes are said to maximize reflection, making them effective at lower loadings than other special-effects pigments. Engelhard Corp. is launching a new mica-based pigment that reportedly gives a luxurious, metallic gold effect. Its Lumina Brass reportedly has higher chromaticity, brightness, color purity, and hiding power than traditional non-metallic "brass" colors. The company is also introducing laser-making pigments. Among the many other colorant col·or·ant n. Something, especially a dye, pigment, ink, or paint, that colors or modifies the hue of something else. adj. Of or being a subtractive primary color. exhibits at the show, something unusual is a rich harvest of new carbon blacks from Cabot Corp. and Degussa Engineered Carbons. Release it A number of new entries help processors get parts out of molds easier or resin out of dies faster. Axel Plastics Research Laboratories has extended its line of external releases with a high-slip, semi-permanent release for RTM (1) (RealTime Model) Refers to a system or architecture that performs operations in real time. See real time. (2) (Release/Released To M composites and new internal processing aids to improve flow and mold release for nylon and other engineering resins as well as TPEs, TPUs, and TPOs. Croda Universal has new slip additives to modify torque release of plastic closures, plus a thermally stable, vegetable-based oleamide. For nylon molders, DuPont is introducing a processing-aid concentrate of a fluoropolymer A fluoropolymer is a polymer that contains atoms of fluorine. It is characterized by a high resistance to solvents, acids, and bases. Fluoropolymers were discovered serendipitously in 1938 by Dr. Roy J. Plunkett. in nylon 66. It is said to cut cycle time and improve release. Polyolefin film producers looking to boost output rates without sacrificing quality may get help from DuPont Dow Elastomers and Dyneon, both of which have new fluoropolymer processing aids. Toughen it PolyChem Alloy is launching MBS See Mb/sec. MBS - mobile broadband services and ABS modifiers designed to help engineering plastics take a beating in the cold. LG Chem of South Korea is introducing Luprene transparent SBS See Small Business Server. elastomer that allows polystyrene to be both tough and clear. And Maine Plastics is introducing impact modifiers made from recycled tires. Foam it Reedy International Corp. is showing several new chemical blowing agents designed to solve specific problems. These include new additives that contain special surfactants to improve dispersion, ones tailored for high drying temperatures in polycarbonate and PC/ABS PC/ABS Polycarbonate/Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene , and others that resist staining and browning in flame-retardant compounds. Some other products are aimed specifically at wood/plastic composites. Expancel, Inc. is introducing new versions of physical blowing agents based on gas-filled polymeric microspheres. Anew pelletized form of these heat-expandable spheres is easier to handle, as is a new masterbatch of Expancel spheres from Polyfoam Alloy. Exhibitor Listings Includes additives, concentrate dispersions, mold releases, and purging agents. New developments appear in boldface type. ADVANCED CERAMICS CORP. See GE Advanced Ceramics. AMCO AMCO American Meter Company (Horsham, Pennsylvania) AMCO Aviation Maintenance Company AMCO Air Movement Control Officer AMCO Aerojet Manufacturing Company PLASTICS Booth 10931 Supplies color concentrates. AMERICAN WOOD FIBERS Booth 5684 Showing wood-flour fillers. AMERICHEM, INC. Booth 163 Makes color concentrates. AMPACET CORP. Booth 2903 Supplies abroad line of color and additive masterbatches. Launching "Total Bottle Cost Reduction" program for blow molders. Will demonstrate how to combine color, process, and design innovations to create dynamic packaging faster at reduced cost. Also introducing "Total Color Solutions Plus" program for injection molders and thermoformers. Will illustrate how to reduce costs, innovate in color design, and solve processing problems with colorants for caps and closures and thin-wall packaging. AXEL PLASTICS RESEARCH LABORATORIES Booth 13216 Introducing Xtend 825 high-slip mold release for RTM composites--especially with non-gelcoated parts and difficult resins like DCPD DCPD Dicyclopentadiene DCPD Direct Current Potential Drop DCPD Direct Compensation Property Damage (automobile insurance coverage) DCPD Daly City Police Department (California) DCPD Directional Canister Passage Detector polyesters. Also introducing MoldWiz INT-38HM processing aid for nylon and other engineering resins. It improves flow and mold release and withstands drying at up to 235 F. Also introducing MoldWiz INT-117EL processing aid for TPEs, TPUs, TPOs, and other elastomers. BERGEN INTERNATIONAL Booth 4533 Introducing Foamazol 62 endothermic endothermic /en·do·ther·mic/ (-ther´mik) characterized by or accompanied by the absorption of heat. en·do·ther·mic or en·do·ther·mal adj. 1. foaming agent for removing sink marks in injection molding. Also showing Foamazol CFA (Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986) Signed into law in 1986, the CFA was a significant step forward in criminalizing unauthorized access to computer systems and networks. The Act applies to "federal interest computers" that include any system used by the U.S. exothermic exothermic /exo·ther·mic/ (-ther´mik) marked or accompanied by evolution of heat; liberating heat or energy. ex·o·ther·mic or ex·o·ther·mal adj. 1. , endothermic, and exo/endothermic chemical foaming agents for thermoplastics. CABOT CORP. Booth 4371 Introducing Black Pearls 3030,4040 and 4060, three new carbon blacks for film masterbatches. Also introducing two new high-performance conductive carbon blacks for ESD (1) (Electronic Software Distribution) Distributing new software and upgrades via the network rather than individual installations on each machine. See ESL. applications: Vulcan XC6O5 and XC305. Also introducing Elftex P100 carbon black for pressure pipe, said to offer a significantly improved balance of uv stability, moisture absorption, purity, and dispersability. Introducing Nanogel hydrophobic silica aerogels for use as carriers, corrosion inhibitors, thickeners, and matting agents. CALSAK POLYMERS & COLORANTS Booth 232 Introducing metallic colors for all thermoplastics, marble colors for polyolefins and styrenics, granite colors for high-temperature thermoplastics, and pearl colors for commodity and engineering thermoplastics. Also showing new Kitamura PTFE PTFE polytetrafluoroethylene. powder for lubricating engineering thermoplastics, phenolics, and epoxies. Also featuring Dentall white electro-conductive additive, which allows for a wider range of colorability. Showing Pana-Tetra zinc oxide whisker reinforcement for thermoplastics. It improves electro-conductivity, mechanical and thermal properties, and wear resistance. Also showing Fast Clean chemical/physical purging compound. CAMIE-CAMPBELL, INC. Booth 13307 Showing mold releases, mold cleaners, mold protectors, and maintenance chemicals. CHEMAX POLYMER ADDITIVES Booth 12756 Supplies antistats, pigment dispersants, slip agents, lubricants, and antifogs. CHEM-PAK, INC. Booth 4528 Showing MoldEase mold releases and Armor-Kate mold anti-corrosion agents. C.O.I.M. S.P.A. Booth 12527 Showing Plaxter polymeric plasticizers from Italy. COLORMATRIX CORP. Booth 6149 Introducing new liquid colors and very precise metering systems. COLOR PIGMENT (M) SDN BHD Booths 5184, 5187 (Exhibiting w/Malaysian Trade Commission) Showing color concentrates, biodegradable-additive masterbatches, and calcium carbonate masterbatches for polyolefins. J.R. COURTENAY See ICO ICO Icon (File Name Extension) ICO In Case Of ICO Information Commissioner's Office (UK) ICO Instituto de Crédito Oficial (Spain: Official Credit Institute) Polymers. CRODA UNIVERSAL INC. Booth 12925 Introducing IncroMold internal mold releases for injection molding and two new Incroslip slip additives for plastic closures. Also featuring new Crodamide VRX VRX Virtual Resources Executive VRX Voice Receive Mode vegetable-based oleamide, said to combine fast slip performance with excellent thermal stability. CROMPTON CORP. Booth 5726 Introducing Interloy compatibilizers P1085HQ1 and W1095H1 for producing high-performance PP compounds and alloys with improved toughness, gloss, and weatherability. Also introducing Naugard 900 Series antioxidant blend for thermoplastics, said to provide five times greater protection. Also introducing Mark 2910 liquid stabilizer/lubricant, said to improve performance and reduce cost in PVC pipe, and Mark 2289 tin maleate maleate /mal·e·ate/ (mal´e-at) any salt or ester of maleic acid. ma·le·ate n. 1. A salt of maleic acid. 2. An ester of maleic acid. stabilizer/lubricant that reportedly improves weatherability in PVC window profiles used in hot climates. Also launching Mark 4847 BaZn for clear PVC and Mark 4853 BaZn with reduced phenol emissions during processing. Also introducing organic peroxide system for cure-in-place polyester pipe linings. CROMPTON OSI (1) (Open System Interconnection) An ISO standard for worldwide communications that defines a framework for implementing protocols in seven layers. Control is passed from one layer to the next, starting at the application layer in one station, proceeding to the SPECIALTIES Booth 5833 Makes organofunctional silane coupling agents and crosslinkers, specialty silicones, Geolite modifiers, Fomrez tin catalysts for urethanes, and Niax amine amine (əmēn`, ăm`ēn): see under amino group. amine Any of a class of nitrogen-containing organic compounds derived, either in principle or in practice, from ammonia (NH3). catalysts and silicone surfactants for PUR foams. DAY-GLO COLOR CORP. Booth 4521 Showing pigments, including Colorprill fluorescents, NightGlo phosphorescents, and Dazzle precision-cut glitter. DEGUSSA ENGINEERED CARBONS, LP Booth 13522 Introducing Arosperse carbon blacks, ranging from a very small particle size for uv protection of cable jacketing and geomembranes to a very large particle size that produces smooth extrusions and molded goods. Also showing various carbon blacks from the company's furnace, lamp-black, gas, and thermal technologies. DELTA COLOURS/NUBIOLA Booth 11316 Showing inorganic pigments such as [TiO.sub.2], iron oxide, ultramarine ultramarine, blue pigment used chiefly as a coloring material and as a bluing agent. A double silicate of sodium and aluminum with some sulfur, it is prepared commercially from kaolin, sulfur, soda ash, and other inexpensive ingredients. blue and violet, lead chromate, chrome oxide green, and extender pigments like talc, mica, calcium carbonate, and precipitated silica. Also showing high-strength organic pigments, fluorescents, phosphorescents, pearlescents, and other specialties. DOW CORNING CORP. Booth 4757 Showing UHMW UHMW Ultra High Molecular Weight siloxane siloxane /si·lox·ane/ (si-lok´san) any of various compounds based on a substituted backbone of alternating silica and oxygen molecules; in polymeric form they are polysiloxanes, and when the side chain substituents are organic radicals, additive masterbatches for SAN, HIPS, acetal acetal /ac·e·tal/ (as´e-t'l) 1. any of a class of organic compounds formed by combination of an aldehyde molecule and two alcohol molecules. 2. , PBT PBT Provider Backbone Transport (networking technology adding determinism to ethernet) PBT Polybutylene Terephthalate PBT Profit Before Tax PBT Paper Based Test (education) , and nylon. Also showing 300 Series siloxane-based processing aids for polyolefin extrusion. DUPONT CO. Booth 2655 Introducing Zytel FE310014 processing-aid concentrate for unreinforced nylon 66. Containing a fluoropolymer in nylon 66 carrier, it is said to cut cycle time and improve mold release for complex parts. DUPONT DOW ELASTOMERS L.L.C. Booth 2249 Showing new Viton FreeFlow Z-100 and Z-200 fluoroelastomer processmgaids for blown and cast polyolefin films, pipe, wire, and cable. Also showmg Engage low-density polyolefin elastomers (POEs) used as impact modifiers in polyolefins, including TPOs. Also featuring Tyrin OPE a. 1. Open. On Sunday heaven's gate stands ope. - Herbert. v. t. & i. 1. To open. Wilt thou not ope thy heart to know What rainbows teach and sunsets show? - Emerson. impact modifier. DYNASOL Booth 7037 Supplies Calprene H TPEs for impact modification of polyolefins, HIPS, and ABS. Also supplies a special styrene-butadiene block copolymer copolymer: see polymer. modifier for producing high-gloss HIPS. DYNEON See 3M/Dyneon. DYVEX INDUSTRIES, INC. Booth 10432 Supplies additive concentrates containing antistat, antiblock, slip, release agent, antifog, and/or animal repellent. ELIOKEM, INC. Booth 4292 Showing Sunigum acrylate Noun 1. acrylate - a salt or ester of propenoic acid propenoate salt - a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal) elastomers, Chemigum nitrile rubber powders, and other elastomeric modifiers to create tailor-made TPEs. EMI (ElectroMagnetic Interference) An electrical disturbance in a system due to natural phenomena, low-frequency waves from electromechanical devices or high-frequency waves (RFI) from chips and other electronic devices. Allowable limits are governed by the FCC. PLASTICS EQUIPMENT Booth 1240 Introducing a line of mold releases. ENGELHARD CORP. Booth 5680 Introducing Lumina Brass, a mica-based, non-metallic pigment that brings a metallic gold effect with higher chromaticity, color purity, brightness, and hiding power than traditional non-metallic "brass" colors. Also introducing Markit laser-marking pigments. Showing other pigments and mineral-based performance additives. EPI EPI exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. ENVIRONMENTAL PLASTICS INC. Booth 225 Supplies chemical foaming agents and purging agents. EXPANCEL, INC. Booth 7313 Introducing pelletized form of Expancel microspheres--heat-expandable hollow thermoplastic particles--for easier use in extrusion and molding. Also introducing Expancel 098 MB 120 spheres with higher temperature resistance. FM GROUP Booth 843 Showing specialty pigments and masterbatches, including granites, marbles, pearlesents, and metallics. FUNCTIONAL MATEIRALS INC. See FM Group. GE ADVANCED CERAMICS CORP. Booth 7141 Supplies boron nitride powders for use as electrically insulating, thermally conductive fillers. HERITAGE PLASTICS Booth 9050 Introducing Minapol polyolefin-based mineral concentrates, including HM-10 Max with 80% 1-micron calcium carbonate in LLDPE LLDPE Linear Low Density Polyethylene , designed to maximize physical properties and productivity in PE film extrusion. Hi-Cal concentrate contains 80% mineral in PP as a cost-effective alternative to filled PP compounds for injection molding. PolyCal EC is an LDPE-based mineral concentrate used to enhance polymer adhesion and increase line speed in LDPE LDPE abbr. low-density polyethylene extrusion coating. HOLLAND COLORS AMERICAS Booth 4040 Showing Holcobatch nondusting and free-flowing granular pigment dispersions. HOLLIDAY PIGMENTS See Whittaker Clark & Daniels. HONEYWELL SPECIALTY WAX AND ADDITIVES Booth 2532 (Exhibiting w/Honeywell Plastics) Showing A-C A-C Air Conditioning low-molecular-weight PE and PP waxes used as process aids, lubricants, and flow modifiers in color concentrates, nylon, PE films, styrenics, and vinyl Also showing AClyn ionomers. HUBRON MANUFACTURING DIV. LTD LTD 1 Laron-type dwarfism 2 Leukotriene D 3 Long-term depression, see there 4. Long-term disability . Booth 12737 Supplies black masterbatches for thermoplastics. ICO POLYMERS/WEDCO Booth 6108 Produces proprietary additive concentrates for plastics films through its Bayshore Industrial unit. INDUSTRIAL MINERALS INC. Booth 11246 Produces graphite crystals that provide very good electrical conductivity in antistatic plastics. Also offers expandable graphite grades for use as flame retardants in foams and carpet underlay. INGENIA POLYMERS INC. Booth 8313 Showing white concentrates of up to 80% TiO2 in PE, PP, PS; color concentrates for commodity thermoplastics; and a wide range of additive concentrates with slip and antiblock agents, antioxidants, processing aids, uv stabilizers, and flame retardants. KENRICH PETROCHEMICALS, INC. Booth 4761 Showing Ken-React titanate ti·tan·ate n. A salt or ester of titanic acid. , zirconate, and aluminate a·lu·mi·nate n. A chemical compound containing aluminum as part of a negative ion. Noun 1. aluminate - a compound of alumina and a metallic oxide coupling agents and KenStat antistats. LAMBENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP. Booth 13336 Showing process aids, mold releases, antifogs, and antistats for thermoplastics and thermosets thermosets, materials that can not be softened on heating. In thermosetting polymers, the polymer chains are joined (or cross-linked) by intermolecular bonding. Thermosets are usually supplied as partially polymerized or as monomer-polymer mixtures. . Also showing pigment dispersants and carriers for liquld colorants. LG CHEM, LTD. Booth 4775 Introducing Luprene transparent SBS elastomer for impact modification of clear PS. Also showing impact modifiers and plasticizers for PVC, and processing aids and uv stabilizers for various thermoplastics. LUTIANHUA GROUP INC./ET&T, INC. Booth 13037 Largest manufacturer of fatty amides and urea in China Showing erucamide and stearamide food-grade slip and antistatic agents and lubricants. MAINE PLASTICS, INC. Booth 8431 Introducing impact modifiers for styrenic resins made from recycled tires. MEADOWBROOK GLITTER Booth 5691 Supplies premium glitter pigments. MILLIKEN CHEMICAL Booth 3214 Featuring Hyperform HPN-68 nucleating agent for PP, ClearShield uv absorber for PET packaging, ClearTint transparent colorants for PET and PP, and AlphaSan silver-based antimicrobial. MODERN DISPERSIONS, INC. Booth 12430 Supplies additive concentrates, including uv stabilizers for agricultural films and processing aids for blown film and sheet/profile extrusion. P.J. MURPHY Mur·phy , William Parry 1892-1987. American physician. He shared a 1934 Nobel Prize for discovering that a diet of liver relieves anemia. FOREST PRODUCTS CORP. Booth 4220 Supplies wood-flour fillers. NEUTREX, INC. Booth 10128 Showing purging agents and compounds. NOVEON, INC. Booth 422 Supplies Good-rite antioxidants for thermoplastics, Hycar reactive liquid polymers for modifying thermosets, and Stat-Rite inherently electro-conductive polymeric modifier for thermoplastics. NYCO NYCO New York City Opera NYCO Nylon-Cotton (military uniform cloth blends) MINERALS, INC. Booth 7115 Makes wollastonite wol·las·ton·ite n. A white to gray mineral, essentially CaSiO3, found in metamorphic rocks and used in ceramics, paints, plastics, and cements. [After William Hyde Wollaston. fillers. OMYA Booth 3206 (Exhibiting w/Future Design, Inc.) Showing calcium carbonate used as a processing aid in polyolefin blown film. P.A.T. PRODUCTS Booth 12527 (Exhibiting w/C.O.I.M. S.P.A.) Showing liquid colorants, uv stabilizers, antistats, and flame retardants for thermoplastics and polyurethanes. PLASTRADE ENTERPRISE SDN BHD Booths 5184, 5187 (Exhibiting w/Malaysian Trade Commission) Supplies dry pigment and additive concentrates for thermoplastics. POLYCHEM ALLOY, INC. Booth 13331 Introducing Mebust MBS and Abust ABS low-temperature impact modifiers for PBT, PC, and nylon. Also showing PolyFoam Expancel blowing-agent masterbatch, which contains a physical blowing agent in the form of expandable polymeric microspheres filled with hydrocarbon gas. Also showing Poly-Sept antimicrobial masterbatch. POLYMER COLOR SERVICES Booth 7108 (Exhibiting w/PolyReps) Introducing custom "Clear View" color concentrates with clarifying properties in homopolymer PP. Also introducing "Smell, Taste, and Sight" concentrates of color and flavor/odor modifiers. POLYONE CORP. Booth 1832 Introducing nanoclay concentrates for polyolefins; some include other additives like flame retardants or uv stabilizers. Showing thermoplastics colorants and additives: ComPete colorants for PET, Protint colorants for clarified PP, a variety of special-effects colorants, PolyAdd custom-formulated additive concentrates, PolyPurge purging concentrate, and Synplast plasticizers for PVC. POTTERS INDUSTRIES, INC. Booth 10830 Showing solid and hollow microspheres. RAPID PURGE Booth 981 Showing chemical purging compounds, including PM 9240 universal grade, PM 8240 for purging high-flow PP and LDPE, and PM 5540 for stiff, high-temperature resins such as fluoropolymers, polysulfone, and LCPs. REEDY INTERNATIONAL CORP. Booth 4339 Introducing Saftec nucleating and foaming agents with surfactants to improve dispersion. Among them are TFPE-404 and 504 medium-temperature masterbatches for HDPE HDPE abbr. high-density polyethylene ; TFP-940 nonagglomerating masterbatch for styrenics with higher processing temperatures; and TMIC-40A high-temperature polyolefin masterbatch for microcellular foams as well as film and ribbon. Also introducing two Safoam high-temperature styrenic foaming masterbatehes: PC-20 endothermic for PC and PC/ABS withstands high drying temperatures. RPC-20AS eliminates staining and browning in high-temperature flame-retardant compounds. Also showing Saftec products for wood/plastic composites: PVC-SD blend of internal and external lubricants for PVC; WSD WSD Word Sense Disambiguation (computational linguistics) WSD Web Services on Devices (Information Technology) WSD Water Supplies Department (Hong Kong) wood stabilizer stabilizer: see airplane. that promotes blending with polyolefins and PVC; and WLB WLB Weak-Side Linebacker (pro football) WLB Buoy Tender, Seagoing (USCGC) WLB Weapons Logbook WLB Wireless Builder WLB Wan Load Balancer WLB Web Load Balance wetting agent for polar and nonpolar nonpolar not having poles; not exhibiting dipole characteristics. fillers. J. RETTENMAIER USA Booth 13437 Supplies cellulose fibers and Lignocel wood-fiber granules Granules Small packets of reactive chemicals stored within cells. Mentioned in: Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies . RIVERDALE COLOR Booth 3054 Liquid and solid color-concentrate supplier is introducing Pump-in-a-Pail liquid-color metering device that fits on 7-gal pails. SAINT-GOBAIN ADVANCED CERAMICS Booth 11106 Showing CarboGlide boron nitride processing aids for mLLDPE blown film and other polyolefins and fluoropolymers. SANYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LTD. Booth 13100 (Exhibiting w/Tomen America, Inc.) Showing Pelestat permanent antistatic additives for thermoplastics. Included is recently introduced Pelestat 300, which gives moisture-independent static dissipation in polyolefins. Also showing grade NC7530, which has a refractive index tailored to match the clarity of transparent ABS. SATURN POLYMERS, INC. Booth 3206 (Exhibiting w/Future Design) Exclusive Canadian distributor of polyolefin compounds and concentrates for Bayshore Industrial, div. of ICO Polymers. Introducing Bayshore's MasterSeries additive concentrates for polyolefins, including antiblock and slip agents, process aids, antioxidants, mineral fillers, and multifunctional concentrates. SEPTON CO. OF AMERICA Booth 12821 (Exhibiting w/Eval Co.) Showing Septen SEBS block copolymers for use as impact modifiers and/or compatibilizers in thermoplastics. THE SHEPHERD COLOR CO. Booth 9053 Introducing sparkle and luster special-effects pigments based on a silver-coated glass substrate. These perfectly flat glass flakes reportedly maximize reflection and can be combined with other pigments to achieve the desired appearance at lower loading than with other special-effects pigments. SILBERLINE MANUFACTURING CO., INC. Booth 12616 Supplies specialty pigments such as aluminum and black iron types, as well as "Geometric" particles that produce different spectral colors when viewed at various angles. SLIDE PRODUCTS, INC. Booth 10526 Showing line of mold releases, mold cleaners, rust preventatives, lubricants and purging agents. SPARTECH CORP. Booth 7505 Supplies custom and stock color concentrates primarily for polyolefin and polystyrene films, plus additive concentrates for films including antiblock, slip agents, and processing aids. STONER INC. Booth 828 Showing non-flammable mold releases for thermoplastics and thermosets. STRUKTOL CO. OF AMERICA Booth 10231 Supplies fatty amides used as slip agents and antiblocks in polyolefins, as well as zinc stearate, dispersion aids for color concentrates, and high-temperature compatibilizers for recycled resin blends. TECHMER PM Booth 1132 Introducing PM 9368E12 non-halogen, non-phosphorus intumescent flame-retardant concentrate in a black MDPE MDPE Medium Density Polyethylene MDPE Mobile Dual-Phase Extraction (technique for environmental cleaning) MDPE Mobile Dual-Phase Extraction (USA) MDPE Maximum Permissible Dose Equivalent carrier for wire and cable insulation. It is said to achieve a minimum LOI LOI Letter of Indemnity (international trade and carriage business) LOI Letter Of Intent LOI Loss On Ignition LOI Letter of Inquiry LOI Lack Of Information LOI Lack of Interest LOI Letter of Invitation LOI List Of Items of 31 and to provide outstanding heat stability. Also introducing PM 1250E4 flame-retardant concentrate for foamed-LDPE acoustical and insulation panels used in the aircraft and other industries. Also showing additive concentrates containing animal repellent, process stabilizer, antifog, and slip agent. Color concentrates include black and white for extrusion coating and a silver masterbatch. Also showing a color-change purging agent. TEKNOR COLOR CO. Booth 9755 (Exhibiting w/Teknor Apex) Introducing Magic Color Concentrates, which utilize BASF's Variocrom "color-variable" pigments to give iridescent, multi-colored effects. Also unveiling color concentrates for soft-touch and other TPE TPE Thermoplastic Elastomer TPE Terminal de Paiement Electronique (French) TPE Total Power Exchange TPE Twisted Pair Ethernet TPE Tampines Expressway (Singapore) TPE Therapeutic Plasma Exchange applications. TEKNOR SPECIALTY COMPOUNDING Booth 9755 (Exhibiting w/Teknor Apex) Showing additive concentrates that provide uv and heat stabilization, impact modification, lubrication lubrication, introduction of a substance between the contact surfaces of moving parts to reduce friction and to dissipate heat. A lubricant may be oil, grease, graphite, or any substance—gas, liquid, semisolid, or solid—that permits free action of , and other functions. Booth visitors are eligible for a raffle to win an Eagle Go-Kart. 3M/DYNEON Booth 1270 Featuring recently introduced Dynamar FX 9614X and FX 5822X fluoropolymer process aids for thermoplastics, said to improve processing at lower use levels than previous grades. Also showing other fluoropolymer-based Dynamar Polymer Processing Additives (PPAs) for polyolefins and other thermoplastics, as well as Dyneon Polymer Additives (PAs) that improve wear resistance of various polymers and enhance anti-drip properties of flame-retardant formulations. 3V INC. Booth 13248 Supplies additives made in Italy: Alvinox antioxidants, Uvasorb uv absorbers, Polivic suspending agents, Everclean antifouling an·ti·foul·ing adj. Counteracting or preventing the building up of deposits on underwater surfaces, such as the undersides of boats: antifouling paint. additives, Plastisan flame retardants, Polygel thickeners, and Optiblanc optical brighteners. TOMEN AMERICA, INC. Booth 13100 Introducing Pelestat permanent antistats based on nylon or polyolefin with added polyether segments. Pelestat is said to form a conductive polymer network in the host thermoplastic. TYP TYP Typical TYP Type TYP Typist TYP Tribal Youth Program TYP Take Your Pick TYP Transitional Year Program (higher education) TYP Ten Year Plan TYP Taiwan Yellow Pages TYP Thank You, Partner DE MEXICO Booth 12527 (Exhibiting w/C.O.I.M.) Showing liquid colorants. UNISTRAP VERPACKUNG GMBH Booth 9133 (Exhibiting w/Austrian Trade Commission) Austrian supplier of PP and FE color and additive masterbatches and uv stabilizers. UNITED MINERAL & CHEMICAL CORP. Booth 11003 Showing phosphorescent phos·pho·res·cence n. 1. Persistent emission of light following exposure to and removal of incident radiation. 2. Emission of light without burning or by very slow burning without appreciable heat, as from the slow oxidation of pigments, including LumiNova, whose afterglow afterglow small amounts of light emitted by a phosphor after the stimulating radiation has ceased. Seen in x-ray intensifying screens and fluoroscopic screens. is said to be one of the longest on the market. Also showing daylight fluorescent pigments with bleed and plate-out resistance, uv fluorescents for security applications, thermochromic pigments that change color with temperature, and Plasol dyes for plastics. VITROCO Booth 10219 Featuring Vitrolite natural aluminosilicate Aluminosilicate minerals are minerals composed of aluminum, silicon, and oxygen. Andalusite, kyanite, and sillimanite are naturally occuring aluminosilicate minerals that have the composition Al2SiO5. glass for use as an optical enhancer and processing aid in thermoplastics. Also showing Victropurge non-toxic, non-abrasive, and odorless purging agent. WACKER Wacker may refer to:
Booth 12753 Supplies silicones and silanes for use as coupling agents and polymer modifiers in crosslinked PE and other thermoplastics and polyurethanes. WHITTAKER, CLARK & DANIELS Booth 5826 Distributes ultramarine blue and manganese violet pigments from Holliday Pigments Ltd. in the U.K. |
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