CASE STUDIES: EARPLUGS, FACE MASKS AND PC APPLICATIONS

Akron, OH- Shin-Etsu Silicones of America, Inc. (U.S. subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Japan) has recently completed advanced application projects for the following KE Series products. Detailed case studies on these projects are in development and will be available post-MD&M West Show. KE2004-20: Application: Earplug Challenge: Competitive product was inconsistent and had high scrap due to tearing Processing/Solution: Engineer product performance for high strength/low modulus performance; low-duro, good hot-tear for demold Result: Unique combination of soft feel and high strength KE1950-60: Application: Face Mask Challenge: Tear for thin wall sections and elongation to remove from core Processing/Solution: Engineer product performance for consistent processing; high tear strength Result: Solid, consistent product meeting Class VI and FDA standards KE2090-30: Application: PC/LIMS Lid Challenge: Eliminate secondary bonding Processing/Solution: Engineer product performance for strong adhesion to PC; able to mold thin wall Result: Select-Hesive™ product with good flow/cure properties; great for 2-component, Class VI compliant A U.S. subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Japan, Shin-Etsu Silicones of America, Inc. is a major supplier of silicone materials to North America's medical, automotive, electronics, aerospace, and manufacturing industries. Shin-Etsu’s premium silicone compounds incorporate leading-edge technology, staff expertise, and value-added service; offering customers the highest levels of quality and consistency in specialty silicone materials. Author: Eric Bishop / Shin-Etsu Silicones of America, Inc. / 513-232-8917 / ebishop@shinetsusilicones.com Editorial & Photo Contact: Ray Farrar / Method Media LLC / 216-861-0862 / rayf@methmedia.net