Jan 15, 2025
Conductive carbon black is a popular performance additive that boosts the conductivity and mechanical properties of polymers, elastomers, and rubber compounds. Materials such as adhesives, plastics, and coatings often have low electrical conductivity, which limits th[…]
Nov 19, 2024
The rubber and plastics industries heavily rely on organic peroxides in applications such as accelerators, activators, catalysts, and cross-linking agents. Due to their unstable nature, handling these substances requires meticulous care to ensure safety.
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Dec 14, 2023
Designers of end products must understand thermoset vs thermoplastic materials. In the realm of molding products, these materials are the most common polymers used. Both are used to produce a range of materials and parts used in various markets.
Both of these poly[…]
Oct 30, 2023
Rheology modifiers are additives that can improve the overall performance of adhesives, sealants, and coatings. They can impact viscosity, boost thickness, improve adhesion, and ensure a quality product. These modifiers are particularly beneficial for sealants, paint[…]
Mar 14, 2023
Bruggemann, a company specializing in polymer additives, has introduced a new technology that was recently featured in Rubber World. This innovation combines two additives, TP 1862 and LP21-103, to create a rubber-to-metal adhesive that eliminates the need for resorc[…]