Dexco Polymers LP Introduces Two New High Efficiency Styrenic Block Copolymers for the Hot Melt and Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Markets
Posted on: Tuesday, 11 March 2008, 15:00 CDT
Dexco Polymers LP has developed styrene-isoprene-styrene block copolymers (SIS) that can be used in demanding hot melt adhesive (HMA) and pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) applications at reduced polymer loads. Vector® DPX 618 and DPX 619 are new 4-arm radial block copolymers that allow formulators to achieve desired adhesive performance while using less polymer in the adhesive formulations. DPX 618 is a high styrene, SIS block copolymer designed for non-woven applications, such as an elastic attachment adhesive, where high temperature shear resistance is required. DPX 619 is a lower styrene version designed for PSA and adhesive applications that require lower shear resistance at elevated temperatures.
"Dexco Polymers has been focusing its R&D resources on inventing new polymers that offer lower cost solutions to the adhesive market," said Chris Mudd, General Manager Dexco Polymers. "By using up to 25% less polymer for the same adhesive performance, these patented 4-arm radials offer substantial savings to the adhesive formulator." These new products are well suited for a wide range of applications as they do not use TNPP antioxidants. To learn more you can visit our website (www.dexcopolymers.com) or stop by the ExxonMobil Chemical booth at the World Adhesive Conference in Miami this April 20-23.
About Dexco Polymers LP:
Dexco Polymers LP, a limited partnership of affiliates of The Dow Chemical Company and ExxonMobil Chemical Company, is a global leader in SIS styrenic block copolymers with manufacturing facilities in Plaquemine, LA and sales throughout the world.
Notes to the Editors:
Vector is a trademark of Dexco Polymers LP.
Source: Business Wire
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