Oct 30, 2023 | Blog, Company Happenings
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…
Mar 14, 2024 | Blog, ETFE film, Products for Buildings, Structures and Architecture
Fluon EFTE films are an innovative architectural material that is lighter safer than glass. It also has other advantages such as improved energy efficiency, durability, and self-cleaning properties, making it a high-performance building material for creating modern facades, roofs, and membrane structures.
Feb 20, 2024 | Blog, Fluoroelastomers
After selecting a fluoroelastomer, it is important to perform tests and evaluations to verify its compatibility with the application’s demands. Avoid cheaper blends with inferior qualities and consider specialized grades for heightened performance.metic and personal care manufacturers looking to enhance their products and stay competitive.
Jun 23, 2023 | Blog, FEVE Resins
A LUMIFLON® FEVE coating was applied as a topcoat to all steel structures across the Cold Spring Canyon Arch Bridge, covering a massive area of 220,000 square feet.
Sep 30, 2023 | Blog
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…
Jan 10, 2024 | Blog, Silicas
Silica microspheres are an ideal skin care additive for beauty, cosmetic and personal care manufacturers looking to enhance their products and stay competitive.
Dec 19, 2023 | Blog, Fluoroelastomers
Fluoroelastomer chemical resistance is an important performance quality when it comes to manufacturing parts with chemical stability. Fluoroelastomers offer superior characteristics over silicone and other synthetic rubbers.
Aug 29, 2023 | Blog, Fluoroelastomers
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….
Aug 19, 2022 | Blog, Fluoropolymer coatings
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…
May 16, 2023 | Blog, Fluorochemical repellents
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.