TAGS: Hot-melt Adhesives Polyurethane Adhesives
The Lubrizol Corporation's Engineered Polymers business announces the addition of a new, toluene-free Pearlbond™ thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for adhesive powders, films and webs. Lubrizol has expanded the high-melt strength Pearlbond portfolio for adhesive formulators by adding Pearlbond 1170L to Pearlbond 1160 and 1160L series.
Specially Designed for Highly Demanding End-uses
These high-performing resins are already widely used in highly demanding end-uses such as fire hoses, thermobonding films for use in footwear, furniture, apparel, sealing tapes and automotive interior trim.
This portfolio is the ideal lightweight solution for environmentally-friendly (toluene-free) applications and offers the following key benefits:
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Short cycle time
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Very good wetting properties
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Excellent waterproof performance
In addition, it is the ideal resin for film and sheet conversion applications thanks to its gel-free properties and high melt strength.
Cost Efficient Recyclable Versatile TPU
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Adhesive formulators who are looking to manufacture hot melt solutions that are efficient, cost-effective and recyclable will be delighted with the latest Pearlbond addition. Pearlbond 1170L polymer combines these features with an improvement in resistance to heat, washing and dry-cleaning cycles. Customers will appreciate the versatility, reliability and convenience of the new Lubrizol solution in demanding applications" states Gonzalo Löwenberg, Global Technical Business Manager for Lubrizol Engineered Polymers.
Lubrizol's Complete Range of TPUs
Source: Lubrizol