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Polymer stabilisers or functional agents are two main categories for polymer additives. Polymer stabilisers are necessary for practical usage because they preserve the inherent qualities, colour, and other features of plastics by halting the oxidative breakdown brought on by high processing temperatures and ultraviolet light exposure.
On the other hand, functional additives are added to increase the mechanical strength of plastics or give them new features, such flexibility or flame retardancy, thereby extending the variety of applications for plastics and raising their market value.
The majority of plastics comprise a variety of polymer additives, each of which is added in a negligibly small quantity. These polymer additions assist in preserving the plastics’ functionality or granting them additional capabilities. Plastics are intrinsically insufficiently resistant to heat and light.
Tolsa has expanded its ADINS line of flame-retardant additives for PP, PVC, rubber polymer systems, and silicones. Tolsa is a leading supplier of flame retardant synergists and specialized additives for the wire and cable, construction, railway, transportation, and electronics industries.
In addition to the current FR additives used in other polymers, the new ADINS Clay synergists reduce smoke production and improve heat release in PP, PVC, and rubber polymer systems.
A wide variety of additives for polymers that work in tandem with halogen and halogen-free flame retardant systems are available through ADINS flame retardant technology.
In halogen-free environments, sepiolite clay encourages the production of char by improving its mechanical characteristics and its structure, which has a powerful anti-dripping effect.
FR performance can be improved by modifying the natural silicate clay with smoke suppressors, low-melt temperature glass, or gas-phase FR to achieve good dispersion and contact with the polymer.
Additionally, Tolsa has unveiled ADINS Clay Sil1, a substance that reduces heat release and suppresses smoke and is used in silicone and PVC formulations. It works well as an antimony trioxide (ATO) substitute, allaying environmental worries.
In addition, the business is concentrating on adapting its special FR technology to other polymer matrices like nylon, polycarbonate, and thermosets.Two aqueous dispersions of functionalized low molecular weight polymers, Ricobond 7002 and 7004, have been introduced by Cray Valley.
To create low viscosity, stable dispersions with tiny particle sizes, the polymers are mixed with water. For better adhesion to various polar and non-polar surfaces, they can be combined with other emulsions in formulations.
In terms of textile (fabric and single-end cable) to rubber adhesion as well as adhesion to other substrates including metal and PET film, Ricobond 7002 and 7004 have shown excellent performance.
Other water-based formulations such adhesives, coatings, paper sizing, construction products, and composites may also use Ricobond 7002 and 7004 as additives. These goods are utilized as additives and raw materials for rubber, polymers, adhesives, and other products.
The International Plastics Showcase at the Orange County Convention Center, hosted by Struktol Company of America, a major international supplier of polymer additives, featured a number of new items during NPE.
These novel additives have been created to give compounders, processors, and end users additional processing and performance capabilities. Additionally, Struktol will release STRUKTOL RP 17, a lubricant and odor-neutralizing mask hybrid.
The product has been modified for usage in a range of polymer resins and compounds that call for the multi-functionality of lubrication, mold release, and odor reduction. The product was first created for reducing/eliminating compounding and end-product aromas in wood-filled plastic compounds.
When neutral odor may be required in automobile interior compounds or recycled applications, RP 17 might be employed. Leading producer of process additives for the plastics and rubber industries is Struktol Company of America.
For a range of polymer-based products and compounds for the consumer, industrial, packaging, and automotive industries, the privately held company offers Intelligent Additive Solutions.
The company’s technical experts, R&D chemists, and compound laboratory are committed to developing cutting-edge solutions to suit the stringent requirements of the polymer sector, which is constantly evolving.
The global Polymer Additives market accounted for $XX Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2024 to 2030.
Clariant introduces AddWorks, its new brand for solutions involving polymer additives. AddWorks are created by integrating the requirements of businesses developing polymerization technologies, polymer producers, compounders, and even converters.
They do a thorough but focused job of addressing customer needs. A major shift is brought about by AddWorks customised formulations, which provide customers of Clariant advantages like increased productivity, stability and durability of converted parts, or protection of manufactured goods throughout production.
The main goal of AddWorks is to make things simple for clients. In order to help our customers succeed, we want to offer a solution that works and meets their demands.
