New Ultra Heat-Resistant AFLAS® FFKM Perfluoroelastomers Protect Equipment Parts in Oil & Gas Recovery

EXTON, Pa., May 24, 2016 – AGC Chemicals Americas Inc. will feature its ultra heat-resistant peroxide-curable perfluoroelastomers (FFKMs) at the Global Petroleum Show June 7-9 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, at booth 4147. AGC developed AFLAS^® FFKM series PM-1100 and PM-3000 to produce O-rings, gaskets, oilfield seals, packings and other equipment parts that can better withstand the extreme heat generated in oil & gas exploration and production.

Masahide Yodogawa, Sr. R&D Manager, Fluoropolymers, will present on ultra heatresistant AFLAS FFKM material solutions for high-pressure, high-temperature downhole conditions and enhanced oil recovery. These materials address the increased strain placed on equipment components from new methods of oil and gas recovery like gas, steam and chemical injection. AFLAS PM-1100 and PM-3000, derived from tetrafluoroethylene and perfluoroalkyl vinyl ether, offer superior resistance to chemicals, oils and solvents, and can withstand temperatures to 270 °C. Mr. Yodagawa’s presentation is scheduled for Thursday, June 9, 1:30 p.m. at the Heavy Oil Theatre, Hall D&E.

In addition to AFLAS PM-1100 and PM-3000, AGC will showcase its line of fluoropolymer compounds and resins that make oil & gas equipment components more durable, prevent downtime and enhance performance:

• Fluon® ETFE Melt Processable Compounds for Downhole Cable Applications
• Fluon Filled PTFE Compounds for High-Performance Sealing
• LUMIFLON® FEVE Resins to Prevent Corrosion of Tanks and Vessels