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Our resin chemistry is optimized for process conditions, fiber adhesion, and end-use application of the FRP.
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HOW ALTERNATIVE
POLYMERS COMPARE
TO PA 6,6
PA 6 | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive, Industrial, Consumer & Sporting Goods
Wider processing temperature range
Better surface quality
Better weathering resistance
Shorter conditioning time—nearly half that of PA 6,6
Lower temperature resistance
Slightly lower chemical resistance
Higher water absorption
Lower stiffness/wear resistance
PK | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive, Consumer & Sporting Goods, Industrial,
Electrical & Electronics
Lower CO2 emissions in production
Better hydrolysis and chemical resistance
Comparable dimensional stability
Inherently lubricious for reduced wear and friction
Easier to mold
Cost competitive
Lower short- and long-term thermal performance
Harder to color
More limited process window
PBT/PET | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Electrical & Electronics
Lower water absorption
Slightly higher rigidity/stiffness (for PBT)
Better abrasion resistance
Slightly better electric resistance
Lower toughness properties
Higher density
Lower short- and long-term temperature resistance
Lower hydrolysis resistance
PP | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive, Consumer Goods,
Lightweighting Applications
Lower water absorption
Slightly better chemical resistance
Lower density
Cost effective
Fiber reinforced PP can achieve similar or
better mechanical properties to PA 6,6 GF30
Reduced rigidity/stiffness
Much lower abrasion resistance
Lower electric resistance
Reduced short- and long-term temperature
resistance
PC/PBT & PC/PET BLENDS |
POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS: Automotive Interiors,
Consumer Goods, Household Appliances
Higher impact strength
Good scratch resistance
Good wear resistance
Lower mechanical properties
Higher brittleness
Narrow processing temperature range
PA 6,6/PET BLENDS |
POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS: Automotive, Industrial,
Appliance, Electrical & Electronics, Applications Where
Low Water Absorption is Required
Reduced water absorption—up to 40%
Slightly higher mechanical properties in the conditioned state
Slightly lower temperature resistance
Slightly lower chemical resistance
Narrow processing temperature range
PA/PP BLENDS | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive Interiors, Electronics,
Consumer & Sporting Goods
Good adhesion to polyolefin-based TPEs
Low permeability of water
Good processability
Lower density
Lower temperature resistance
Lower mechanical properties
POST-INDUSTRIAL RECYCLED SOLUTIONS
(PA 6,6/PA 6/PP) |
POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS: Automotive Accessories,
Industrial, Consumer & Sporting Goods
Between 50-80% recycled content
Good processability
Cost effective
Reduced chemical resistance
Wider range of mechanical specifications
Potential for slightly lower mechanical properties
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KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Incorporates a minimum of 95% post-consumer
recycled PET resin and 58% glass fiber
• Available in unidirectional tape, 2-layer X-ply™
and 3-layer tri-ply laminates
• Excellent bondability to other materials via
thermal lamination or adhesives
• Impact and corrosion resistant
• Improved carbon footprint vs. traditional
polyester-based composite tape
APPLICATIONS
Recycled content unidirectional tapes and
laminates are well-suited for applications that
benefit from the light weight, high strength,
and impact resistance of continuous glass fiber
reinforced rPET including:
• Commercial vehicles
• Trailers
• Structural automotive applications
• Consumer electronics and accessories
• Outdoor sporting equipment and
adventure gear
PRODUCT BULLETIN
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Cesa™ & OnCap™ Anti-blocking Additives
In order to prevent self-adhesion of plastic films or
sheets, anti-blocking additives reduce the surface
coefficient of friction by creating a slightly rougher
or smoother surface.
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FL.Datasheet Belt&Hose Reinforcement.indd
FIBER OPTICAL CABLES
Key Features
• Flexible & lightweight reinforcements
• Limited elongation & high strength
• Various twisted & corded constructions
available
• Significantly reduce fraying during
processing
• Metered lengths available
FIBER-LINE® FIBERS
FOR BELT & HOSE REINFORCEMENT
• Kevlar® Para-Aramid
• Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Carbon Fiber
• PET Polyester
• Technora®
FIBER-LINE® PERFORMANCE
ADDING COATINGS
• Bondcoat™:
Adhesion promotion to urethanes
Overview
• FIBER-LINE® produces various twisted and corded products for
re-inforcement in drive/timing belts and hoses.
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FIBER OPTICAL CABLES
Key Features
• Available Flat or Twisted
• Material can be “Rolled flat” to remove
false or producers’ twist
• Metered lengths and various spool sizes
available
FIBER-LINE® FIBERS
FOR INDUSTRIAL FABRIC YARN
• Kevlar® Para-Aramid
• Nomex® Meta-Aramid
• Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Carbon Fiber
• Fiberglass
• Technora®
FIBER-LINE® PERFORMANCE
ADDING COATINGS
• FIBER-LINE® Colorcoat™:
Vibrant Colors for Aesthetic Applications
• FIBER-LINE® Wearcoat™:
Abrasion & High-Temperature Resistance
• FIBER-LINE® Bondcoat™:
Adhesion Promotion
• FIBER-LINE® Repelcoat™:
Water Repellancy
• FIBER-LINE® Protexcoat™:
UV Degradation Prevention
Overview
• FIBER-LINE®’s offering of Industrial Fabric Yarn are utilized in a wide
range of applications.
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Our products add important characteristics, such as water-blocking, water repellence,
adhesion, color, and wear & UV-resistance to these and many other applications.
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KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• No wetting agents, no surfactants, no glycol
• Consistent tint strength and color
• Minimized settling
APPLICATIONS
Stan-Tone WDN dispersions are suitable for use
in a variety of applications, including:
• Latex gloves and dipped balloons
• Coating and adhesive systems
Stan-Tone
Code
Pigment
Type
Approx. %
Pigment
Approx. %
Solids
Color
Index
pH
Typical
Weight
Lbs/Gal
WHITE
10WDN03
Titanium Dioxide,
Rutile
60 73 PW-6 9 16.7
YELLOW
12WDN01 Diarylide AAOT GS 35 43 PY-14 8.8 9.4
12WDN02 Diarylide HR RS 37 44 PY-83 8.8 9.6
12WDN03 Arylide GY RS 38 45 PY-74 8.8 9.2
81WDN01 Iron Oxide 55 63 PY-42 8.8 14.5
ORANGE
15WDN01 Pryazolone YS 40 45 PO-13 8.8 9.2
15WDN03 Dianisidine RS 35 37 PO-16 8.8 9.2
15WDN06 DNA Orange RS 31 43 PO-5 8.8 9.7
RED
22WDN01 Lithol Rubine BS 33 40 PR-57 8.8 9.8
21WDN01 Naphthol BS 35 43 N/A 8.8 9.5
25WDN01 Red 2B, Ca BS 34 41 PR-48:2 8.8 9.6
28WDN01 Red 2B, Ba YS 36 44 PR-48:1 8.8 9.5
82WDN02 Iron Oxide 57 66 PR-101 8.8 16
BLUE
40WDN01 Phthalocyanine RS 35 46 PB-15 8.8 9.7
40WDN03 Phthalocyanine GS 38 43 PB-15:3 8.8 9.8
GREEN
WDN-27822 Phthalocyanine BS 42 53 PG-7 8.8 10.5
VIOLET/MAGENTA
24WDN02 Carbazole 35 48 PV-23 8.8 9.6
24WDN03 Quinacridone 31 39 PV-19 8.8 9.6
24WDN05 Quinacridone 30 41 PR-122 8.8 10
BLACK
90WDN01 Carbon Black 45 49 PB-7 8.8 9.3
WDN
RS = Red Shade YS = Yellow Shade BS = Blue Shade GS = Green Shade HR = Heat-Resistant
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APPLICATION BULLETIN
STRENGTH & FLEX
Excellent Dimensional Stability,
High Stiffness, Impact Resistance
SOLUTION: Short & Long Fiber
Formulations, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates
DURABILITY
Density, Stiffness, Strength
SOLUTION: Short & Long Fiber
Formulations
SURFACE PROTECTION
Performance Enhancements, Chemical Resistance
SOLUTION: Scratch & Mar Resistance,
UV Stable Additives
TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft Touch, Slip Resistance
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic
METAL REPLACEMENT
High Stiffness-to-Weight Ratio,
Lightweighting, Buoyancy
SOLUTION: Continuous Filament
Winding Technology
EXTREME
PERFORMANCE
Waterproof Seals
& Closures
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic
DYNAMIC COMFORT
Durability, Customization,
Shock Absorption
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic
Elastomers
COLOR RESILIENCE
Excellent Adhesion
to Substrates,
Weatherability
SOLUTION: Plastisol
Textile Inks
FUNCTIONALITY
High Stiffness, Structural Integrity,
Metal Replacement
SOLUTION: Short & Long Fiber
Formulations, Continuous Fiber Composite
Tapes & Laminates
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Colors, Patterns
& Tones
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer
Colorants, Specialty Additives
RESILIENCE
Weatherability, Longevity
SOLUTION: Specialty
Engineered Polymer
Formulations
STEM TO STERN
OUTSTANDING FROM
Explore the many ways polymers can help you innovate to
meet evolving consumer demands and create thoughtfully
designed paddlesports products that set your brand apart.
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Dispersions Technologies for Healthcare
SPECIALTY FORMULATIONS
Aqueous Additive Dispersions
Choose dispersions or emulsions of functional additives
stabilized, suspended, and dispersed in water for use in
adhesives, bandages, and other wound care applications.