Oct 25, 2018 | Fluorochemical repellents
Architects, engineers and contractors select stone and tile to add function and decoration to structures. Whether it is for commercial or residential construction projects, these elements must be applied with liquid and oil repellents to maintain their appearance and...
Sep 16, 2018 | FEVE Resins
The 45-year-old Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum recently had a major overhaul to bring the arena into the 21st century. This multi-purpose facility is protected from weather and wear by FEVE resin technology and will continue to be a staple in New York culture for...
Aug 23, 2018 | Fluoroelastomers
FKM is the ASTM designation for a class of fluorinated, carbon-based synthetic rubber, commonly known as fluoroelastomers, which were introduced in the 1950s. FKMs exhibit impressive heat resistance as well as resistance to high pressures, chemicals and other fuels....
Aug 6, 2018 | PTFE micropowders
The very same chemicals that keep foods from sticking to frying pans can be used to enhance any thermoplastic part or component. Thermoplastic resins made with powerful polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) micropowders provide excellent non-stick properties. The Power of...
Jul 17, 2018 | Fluoroelastomers
Productivity and safety in oil and gas recovery operations depend on the strength of equipment, parts and systems. Downtime or injuries from equipment failure are unacceptable, so machinery must be built with parts and components that will not fail in these harsh...
Jun 28, 2018 | FEVE Resins, Fluoropolymer coatings
In downtown Seattle, there is a new standard for environmentally friendly office space. Amazon has added three sphere-shaped buildings to its headquarters that take architecture and horticulture to a whole new level. The trio of domes made with glass and steel are...
May 31, 2018 | Fluorochemical repellents
In any vehicle today, you can find over 40 automotive parts made with coated nonwoven materials – both in the interior and under the hood. Nonwoven fabrics are growing in popularity because they offer a variety of benefits for manufactures and end users. Nonwoven...
May 10, 2018 | Fluoropolymer coatings
More than 10% of today’s powder coatings use metallic pigments, and color and aesthetic trends show a growing demand. However, it is still very challenging to formulate metallic powder coatings that have the durability and weatherability characteristics required for...
