Thermoplastic elastomers, the perfect solution

When the international plastics and rubber industry met in Düsseldorf for K 2016 (October 19-26), the thermoplastic elastomers specialist Kraiburg TPE used such opportunity to present its new and expanded products, as well as new applications in the automotive, industry, consumer and medical sectors. More in detail, one of the highlights is the introduction of flame retardant compounds of the FR/AD1 series.

Furthermore, the thermoplastic elastomers of the Thermolast K portfolio were developed especially for applications in the construction industry, where they are used to ensure flexible cable installation in flush-mounting boxes. The material is flame retardant in accordance with UL94 and is included in flammability class V0. In addition, it features excellent adhesion with ABS and PC in 2-component injection moulding. The flame retardant compounds are highly elastic and free of latex, PVC and halogen.

Other product highlights from Kraiburg TPE at K 2016 included materials for drinking water applications as well as under-the-hood automotive applications. Thermoplastic elastomers for use with drinking water have all important European certifications to ensure compliance with high safety and hygiene standards. They are therefore also ideal for hoses in sanitary systems or beverage dispensers.

The company developed its Thermolast V products for use in under-the-hood automotive applications; with temperature resistance up to 130°C and adhesion to polyamide, these TPEs open up new areas of application.

“The K was our trade fair highlight of the year 2016; it gave us the ideal platform for presenting our expanded product portfolio and talking to existing and prospective customers from around the world. As a global player, the biggest international plastics fair always offers our experienced trade fair team the opportunity to identify trends and discuss new areas of application for our TPE”, explained Michael Pollmann, sales & marketing director EMEA at Kraiburg TPE.