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Fluoro materials are available that can be used instead of THV in demanding applications. THV is a widely used fluoropolymer used for safeguarding wire and cable jackets against physical damage and chemical deterioration. THV is already in short supply, leading to long lead times and higher prices. To make matters worse, 3M, the sole producer…
AGC Chemicals Americas, a leading name in fluoropolymer technology, is a proud member of many trade associations. The company actively collaborates with them to share its expertise in fluoropolymer technology with resins and specialty materials, including films, and coatings. By partnering with these associations, we gain deeper insights into various industry needs. This collaboration allows…
The popularity of hydrogen as a cleaner fuel alternative is on the rise. It plays a crucial role in refining petroleum to reduce sulfur content and in creating zero-carbon fertilizers and fuels via ammonia production. Additionally, hydrogen powers fuel cells. Each year the US generates about 10 million metric tons of hydrogen. AGC Chemicals Americas…
We recently added AFLAS® FFKM PM-5000 and PM-5500 grades to our line of fluoroelastomers. These perfluorinated elastomer grades meet the unique demands of semiconductor applications because they have high temperature durability, a high molecular weight and excellent resistance to O2 and NF3 plasma. These new grades build on the high-performance properties of other AFLAS FFKMs….
Thousands of products are formulated with fluoropolyer-based performance additives to enhance their properties. For example, Fluon® polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) micropowders provide desirable characteristics such as chemical resistance and improved lubricity, friction, and wear characteristics for thermoplastic parts and components. Manufactured through controlled degradation of virgin PTFE feedstock, these fluoropolymer powders offer higher purity and better physical…
There has never been a non-fluorinated sizing additive that could protect paper products like fast-food containers from both water and food oils. That has changed with AGC’s development of a new wet-end additive that can be added to fibers during production. This next generation material science solution will replace current technology that is being phased…
Roads and Bridges Magazine top bridge of 2022 – the I-74 Mississippi River Bridge – was designed with a fluoropolymer coating system that included our LUMIFLON® FEVE resin. The LUMIFLON-based paint formulation was deemed an essential design element to improve bridge durability and aesthetics. Built in 2021 as a $355 million joint venture between Iowa…
When coated with AsahiGuard E-Series repellents, medical products become resistant to bodily fluids and oil as well as blood to mitigate health risks in medical environments.
When coated with AsahiGuard E-Series repellents, medical products become resistant to bodily fluids and oil as well as blood to mitigate health risks in medical environments.
AGC Chemicals has improved its R&D operations by utilizing the Uncountable A-I Platform to develop new high-performance materials more efficiently. The company faced difficulties in sharing critical experimental information between its remote sites due to information silos and time zone differences between its Pennsylvania headquarters and central research center in Japan. Engineers worked independently, saving…
