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Michelman to exhibit Hydrosize Link at SPE/ACCE

01 Sep '17

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Courtesy: Michelman

Michelman, a global developer and manufacturer of advanced materials like fibre sizing and resin modifiers used in the production of reinforced plastic composites, will exhibit and lead a technical conference at the SPE/Automotive Composites Conference & Exhibition being held during September 6-8, 2017 in Novi, MI. Michelman will spotlight Hydrosize Link.

Michelman will spotlight Hydrosize Link, a unique polyurethane dispersion designed as fibre sizing for reinforced composites in automotive under-the-hood applications. The new sizing is available in two grades; Hydrosize Link U470 is for use with chopped strand fibre, while Hydrosize Link U480 is suitable for both chopped strand and continuous fibre.

Hydrosize Link dispersions are specifically designed to react with PA6 and PA6.6 resin matrices. They deliver exceptional composite performance under extreme exposure to water, ethylene glycol, and high temperatures, conditions increasingly typical in the narrow confines of modern engine compartments.

In addition to exhibiting, Steve Bassetti, group marketing manager at Michelman will lead a presentation entitled “Fibre Sizing Fundamentals and Emerging Technologies.” The presentation will take place on September 7, 2017. Bassetti will discuss how sizing technology and development has played an important role in the continuous improvement of composite mechanical properties and how they can be used to improve chemical and hydrolysis resistance.

Michelman is a global developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly advanced materials for industry, offering solutions for the coatings, printing and packaging and industrial manufacturing markets. The company’s surface additives and polymeric binders are used by leading manufacturers around the world to enhance performance attributes and add value in applications including wood and floor care products, metal and industrial coatings, paints, varnishes, inks, fibres and composites. (SV)

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