LITERATURE Materials.

Semi-permanent releases

The company's custom formulated semi-permanent release systems are featured in a one-page bulletin. Product descriptions are provided for RR1381 WB, a water-based, semipermanent, silicone resin emulsion said to give outstanding results in very tough release applications; RR5 Hot WB, a water-based, semi-permanent mold release agent said to give good release properties and multiple releases with most thermosetting rubber and plastic materials; LX 1437 WB release agent, a fluoropolymer system designed to exhibit outstanding release characteristics in the rubber molding industry, including the release of silicone; RR-5 Hot EF1, a semi-permanent release agent said to give easy release and multiple releases with most thermosetting rubber and plastic materials; and BL-3, a semi-permanent release for halogenated and peroxide-cured elastomers. (Releasomers, P.O. Box 82, Bradfordwoods, PA 15015)

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Plastic deflashing media

Cryogenic grade plastic deflashing media are featured in the company's four-page, four-color brochure. For reliability and consistent results, the company's media are tested for proper size and density. This methodical testing is said to insure customer confidence in the quality of the company's product. (Maxi-Blast, 630 E. Bronson St., South Bend, IN 46601)

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Silica products

This producer of fumed and precipitated silica offers a free desktop calendar. Creative drawings of Silefant and Aerosili, the company's silica mascot, are used throughout the calendar to demonstrate the performance of silica in a range of applications, including rubber and plastics. (Degussa-Hiils, 65 Challenger Rd., Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660)

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Polyoctenamer modifier 

A brochure describes the patented Vestenamer polyoctenamer reactive modifier for ground-tire-rubber/ asphalt concrete mixes. A small amount of the product binds the ground-tire-rubber/asphalt concrete mixture and eliminates tack for lower cost-per-mile, superior road surfaces, according to the literature. The key advantage of the tack-free mixture is said to be that it reduces the costly wait for the surface to cool. This is said to permit the rolling of the pavement immediately after application because the hot surface will not stick to the machinery. In addition to speeding up the paving process, Vestenamer polyoctenamer is said to impart surface properties that repel water and may help reduce icing. The brochure describes how Vestenamer polyoctenamer pellets react chemically with crumb rubber and asphalt to produce a uniform, low-tack, rubber-like composite. (Creanova, 220 Davidson Ave., Somerset, NJ 08873)

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Rubber mold releases

A four-page brochure highlights the benefits of the Xtend line of semipermanent mold releases for optimum release performance with no residue left in the molded part. The Xtend release is said to be compatible with all types of resin/rubber and is available in a water- or solvent-based formulation. A complete selector guide covers effective cure temperature, process temperature and important comments that help users select the specific Xtend product that they may require. All of the company's products are formulated from raw materials which comply with the chemical substance inventory lists of TOSCA, DSL, MITI, EINECS, Australia and Korea. (Axel Plastics Research Laboratories, 5820 Broadway, Woodside, NY 11377)

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Alkylene carbonates

Jeffsol alkylene carbonates are featured in a 29-page booklet. The literature covers such products as ethylene carbonate, propylene carbonate, butylene carbonate, UltraPure ethylene carbonate, UltraPure propylene carbonate and carbonate blends. Contents include a glossary of abbreviations, applications matrix, physical properties charts, solubility data sorted by application and products, handling, storage and shipping information, and health and safety data. The information in the booklet is said to be useful for both the generalist, as well as the experienced formulator. (Loos& Dilworth, 61 E. Green Lane, PO. Box 25, Bristol, PA 19007)

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TPE alloy compounds

The company's four-page color brochure details the properties, applications and benefits of Versaflex TPE alloy compounds for a variety of industries and markets. Among the high performance Versaflex grades offered are compounds which offer clarity, high tear resistance, overmolding capabilities, a silky feel, wet grip or lightweight grip. Various overmolding grades of the Versaflex TPE alloys are available for different substrates, including nylon, polypropylene, polycarbonate, ABS, PC/ AB S blends and propionate. The brochure features descriptions and overviews of the many grades, and offers the key advantages of each, as well as a sampling of applications and markets for which each product in the line is well-suited. Some specific markets and products include knobs, baby supplies, tools, steering wheels, etc. (GLS, 833 Ridgeview Dr., McHenry, IL 60050-7050)

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Process, extender oils

Sun process and extender oils for rubber are presented in a 16-page, fourcolor brochure. Sunpar paraffinic oils are said to exhibit superior color stability and low volatility. Sunpar Series oils are highly refined, premium quality oils designed for a wide variety of rubber process applications. Sundex aromatic oils exhibit a high aromatic content, high extender index and low wax content. An oil selection guide for polymer extension is included in the brochure. The company's experience includes pioneering the use of oils in rubber, as well as developing products with unique characteristics for the rubber industry, according to the literature. To achieve this, the company maintains research facilities containing the basic equipment for laboratory production and testing of rubber. The company's lubricants division is ISO certified. (Sun Company, Ten Penn Center, 1801 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19103-1699)

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Mold release agents

This four-page, four-color brochure outlines the reasons why the company is said to be the industry leader in semi-permanent mold release technology. The company is said to be the world's largest producer of release agents to the rubber industry, offering global standard products like the Mono-Coat line of semi-permanent release agents. Its custom formulations are created to meet molders' specifications, resulting in greater productivity and better quality parts, according to the literature. These formulations are developed in industry-dedicated laboratories by some of the most experienced chemists and technicians in the business, and utilizing the most advanced technology available, according to the literature. (Chem-Trend, 1445 W. McPherson Park Dr., PO. Box 860, Howell, MI 48843)

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