Elastomers

"Flexible" topics discussing all of those gaskets, seals, moldings, soft-touch surfaces, foam & cusioning.

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Parkinson Technologies

May 11, 2012

The company introduced its Key Filters screen changer at NPE 2012. The screen changer is specifically designed for filtering lower viscosity and elastomeric materials.  


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No Longer Slippery When Wet

May 01, 2012
Progress in thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) technology has enabled appliance manufacturers to create new consumer values by incorporating into their products a host of “soft-touch” or “soft-grip” features.
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Electrolux Earnings Down in 2011, Hopeful for 2012

February 06, 2012
Swedish appliance maker Electrolux announced a substantial drop of almost 40 percent in core earnings this week, prompting CEO Keith McLoughlin to release comments on the appliance maker's performance in the fourth quarter and the full year.
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Understand Coating Thickness Measurement Test Methods

January 01, 2012
Develop a working knowledge of the test methods related to coating thickness measurement and the instruments available for both common and complex applications.
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Designing Greener and More Ergonomic Appliances with TPEs

May 01, 2011
Thermoplastic elastomers can make it easier to accomplish a number of design objectives.
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The Ever-Evolving Appliance User Interface

May 01, 2011
Interface design, button design and increasing connectivity options allow for an easier end-user experience, and help eliminate the need to change product design based on different regions.
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Energy Efficiency, Sustainability Advances in Polyurethane Foam Reported

February 01, 2011
The 2010 Polyurethanes Technical Conference covered sustainability advances in polyurethane foam.
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