TPE for every application
What are the advantages of TPE and why choose it over vulcanized materials?
TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomers) offers numerous advantages over vulcanized rubber. First and foremost, TPE does not undergo any vulcanization (crosslinking) processes, it is 100% recyclable and it can be reused indefinitely. Secondly, the manufacturing process is easier and faster. This leads to a lower environmental impact and ensures that any waste can be completely recycled.
With a lower density than vulcanized rubber, TPE requires less material for the same volume and provides a broader range of hardness options (from Shore 00 to Shore D). In addition, TPE is characterized by less or total absence of odor and guarantees greater freedom of design. In fact, it is possible to design products consisting of two or more thermoplastic materials with different features, unlimited color possibilities and various shades of transparency.
MEDICAL
In the medical field, TPE serves as a valid alternative to silicone and PVC due to its transparency, high processability, and excellent mechanical properties. Chemiton Med HMB series meets USP Class VI and ISO 10993-4-5-10-11 certifications and is registered with the FDA (Drug Master File No. 027175).
Home & Design
Our materials comply with European regulation 10/2011/EC, making them suitable for food contact. Their compatibility with polypropylene (PP) and many polyolefins allows for countless combinations and solutions in finished products with rigid and soft components. For even more performing and aesthetic results, we also have special grades suitable for overprinting on technopolymers and polar plastics (PC, ABS, PMMA, PBT).
Toys
The thermoplastic elastomers we provide for this sector are suitable not only for traditional children’s toys but also for dog toys and sex toys. These materials are easy to process and color while ensuring maximum safety in compliance with EN71/3. Acknowledging the importance of safety, mobility, creativity, education, care, and entertainment,, we have developed innovative solutions. Our range of materials allows for padprinting without the need for surface pretreatments, as well as scented, glittered and glossy compounds.
Sport & Leisure
Our flagship product, Greenplay, is an SEBS-based TPE used as infill for synthetic turf, complies with the requirements outlined in the 2015 FIFA Manual. Greenplay and other Chemiton grades for sports applications are formulated to exhibit high resistance to weathering and UV rays, along with superior mechanical properties and scratch resistance.
Automotive
TPE is gaining increasing importance in the automotive sector due to its excellent mechanical properties, high processability, low weight, and high recyclability. For even better performance, we offer grades with enhanced UV protection, low density, and additives to ensure good scratch resistance and improved opacity.
Industrial
Our product portfolio is extensive, providing multiple combination possibilities. From materials suitable for injection molding and self-extinguishing V0 grades based on halogenated compounds compliant with RoHS, to special extrusion grades with low gas permeability (low O.T.R. and W.V.T.R). Our offerings also include excellent surface finishes and easy processability.
