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APS: Zythane TPU receive UL V-0 flame rating

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Zythane® 7075AW, 7085AF, 7085AW Receive Top UL Flame Rating V-0

APS Elastomers’ Zythane® 7000-Series of non-halogen flame retardant thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) just received the top UL Flame Rating of V-0; besting competitors rating of equivalent material.

Zythane® 7075AW, 7085AW and 7085AF are polyether-based non-halogenated FR TPU specifically formulated for both injection molding and extrusion applications with ease of processing. It exhibits excellent flame retardant, abrasion resistance and toughness and has good hydrolytic stability, oil, fuel and solvent resistance. It is supplied uncolored in pellet form.

Typical applications for these flame retardant TPUs include cable sheathing, spiral and pneumatic tubing, film, irrigation hoses, conveyor hoses, hydraulic hoses, flat flex cables, and automotive sensor cables.

UL Flame Test Results for Zythane Non-halogenated TPUs

Vertical Flame Test	Zythane 7075AW	Zythane 7085AW	Zythane 7085AF
Up to Thickness (mm)	2	2.1	2.1
Rating	V0	V0	V0

APS Elastomers is an independent TPU, TPE, TPV and other elastomer resource owned and operated by Stephane Morin and Roger Huarng; offering in-depth product development and support to OEMs and processors.  Roger Huarng, a chemical engineer, works closely with producers under private labels in Asia and Europe developing and formulating Zythane® products. His industry knowledge is key in recognizing strengths and rectifying weaknesses in chemistry and processes.

"Our biggest asset is our technical knowledge; allowing us to quickly develop and make the right assessment on the material that is needed," Morin said. "We've become not only a supplier of material, but a producer of special grades and technical resource for our customers."

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APS Elastomers appoints SAW Thermoplastics as its West Coast Distributor

APS Elastomers, a leading provider of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) to the North American marketplace, continues to add to its team of elastomer sales and technical service specialists by appointing SAW Thermoplastics as its exclusive distributor for the West Coast. Scot Wiesemann, owner of SAW Thermoplastics, will provide commercial and technical support to companies located in California, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado and Utah.

Among Scot Wiesemann’s responsibilities in his new position with APS Elastomers include sales, customer and technical support, and market development. He has particularly skills, according to company sources, in providing value-added problem-solving, cost reductions and product development, as well as analyzing business trends to maximize volume and revenue.

“Scot’s experience includes more than 25 years of sales and technical support with leading thermoplastic distribution companies. With his expertise in several essential areas, we are looking forward to continuous growth”, says Roger Huarng.

APS Elastomers, headquartered in Romulus, Michigan, is a full service warehousing, distribution, and technical service organization dedicated to providing TPE, TPV, TPU and other elastomer marketers and processors with all their product and technical support needs.  APS Elastomers is owned and operated by two of the industry’s leading marketing and technical support executives, Roger J. Huarng and Stephane Morin.  They work with a series of independent technical agents located in cities throughout North America.

Company offerings include APS Elastomers’ private brand of TPEs; Viprene® TPVs, Zythane® TPUs, TPE alloys, compounding series, and custom and standard soft elastomer formulations, as well as  Maxelast®  TPEs.  

For more information on TPEs for conventional, unique or highly durable applications, contact: sales@apstpe.com

Scot Wiesemann

APS Elastomers Celebrates 10th Year

APS Elastomers is celebrating its tenth successful year in business. APS Elastomers was founded by two of the plastic industry’ s leading marketing and technical support executives,  Roger Huarng and Stephane Morin in 2009. “These past ten years have seen exciting changes, rapid growth and innovate solutions to our customers”, says Stephane Morin.

From modest beginnings in a 5,000 square foot building, APS Elastomers quickly expanded to a 20,000 square foot warehouse which also houses a 63mm twin screw extruder dedicated to specialty elastomer compounds as well as a recently purchased injection molding machines. “Due to our significant volume increase over the past year, we are actively searching for a larger facility to handle our sizeable growth”, says Mr. Morin.

In addition to offering exceptional TPE materials (TPEs, TPVs, TPUs and other soft elastomers), APS Elastomers provides its customers and designers engineering service and technical support for many applications. “We are thermoplastic elastomers specialists whose mission remains the same; provide quick, affordable solutions with high performance results”, says Roger Huarng.

“We continue to expand our TPE portfolio by adding new products and aligning ourselves with TPE partners to better serve our customers in North America”, says Mr. Morin.

Company offerings include APS Elastomers own private label TPEs; Viprene® TPVs, Zythane® TPUs, TPE alloys, compounding series, and custom and standard soft elastomer formulations, as well as  Maxelast®  TPEs.   “Our ability to source material globally from our manufacturing partners, develop new products and offer technical services insures we provide quality elastomers at the most competitive pricing”, adds Mr. Morin.

For more information on how APS Elastomers can find cost-effective solutions, develop proprietary formulations, and enhance products faster and more efficiently, contact info@apstpe.com

Zythane® Soft TPUs Deliver Flexibility for Houkie® Skateboard Shoe Protector

When Michael Fransko the owner of Houkie Worldwide, LLC was in need of a soft, yet durable material that would mold easy, he contacted Stephane Morin of APS Elastomers for advice. After discussing the challenges with the mold, Stephane was able to pinpoint issues with previous material and molder, and with his vast knowledge of elastomeric material, Stephane recommended Zythane® 4060A; a very soft, non-plasticize thermoplastic elastomer TPU, which helps with the flow into the cavity.

 

Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) supplier, APS Elastomers has worked with molders, inventors and entrepreneurs for years; helping them choose the proper material, find cost-effective solutions, conceptualize, develop and commercialize elastomer-based products.  “We receive countless inquiries from small companies, inventors, and independent molders seeking information regarding proper material selection - or occasionally, an alternative to a material they are using that may be better suited for the product they are developing”, says Stephane Morin, owner of APS Elastomers. 

The Houkie is a flexible overshoe that will protect all areas where damage occurs when skateboarding. Available in three sizes, the Houkie is stylish, removable and reusable.  The dynamic stretch bands at the mid-foot allow the cover the stretch to fit numerous sizes. “The beauty of the Zythane material is if the Houkie feels snug, simply place the front half into a pot of boiling water for about 8-10 seconds, then immediately put the Houkie on your shoe with it on your foot and allow it to cool for 5 minutes, which allows it to mold to the width of the shoe. Talk about a custom fit”, says Michael Fransko.

Exhibiting flexibility in low temperatures, Zythane 4060A accommodate applications requiring shock absorption, abrasion resistance, wet slip resistance, and comfort.  “The Zythane® 4060A is wonderful material, adds Mr. Fransko. After dealing unsuccessfully with a molder in China, we have contracted with a manufacturer here in the United States and are proud to say Houkie’s are made in the USA!" 

 

Zythane 4060A is polyester-based TPU specifically formulated for injection molding applications; exhibiting excellent abrasion resistance and toughness and have good hydrolytic stability, oil, fuel and solvent resistance. It is supplied uncolored in pellet form. Applications include among others shoe soles, ski and skate boot shells, other sporting goods, caster wheels, animal tags, good overmolded adhesion to certain EP (ex: PC, ABS, PMMA), couplings, gaskets and seals, tool handles, industrial parts, mobile phone cases, armrests, golf disks, mining screens.
 
In addition to assisting in product development, APS Elastomers will evaluate material’s performance, and if needed, rectify deficiencies.  “It’s exciting to see the end products created from our TPEs”, says Morin. “We welcome the opportunity to discuss projects and appreciate the challenge of developing new products or enhancing existing ones”, adds Morin.

 

"It's been a struggle getting the Houkie developed so we can produce a quality product that will save skaters money, but with APS Elastomers’ guidance we are very excited about launching the Houkie and saving everyone money", adds Mr. Fransko about the past 8 months of developing the Houkie. 

 

APS Elastomers provides engineering service, technical support, and TPE materials (TPEs, TPVs, TPUs and other soft elastomers) for consumer and industrial applications. Company offerings include Maxelast® TPEs, Viprene® TPVs, Zythane® TPUs, TPE alloys, compounding series, and custom and standard soft elastomer formulations. 

 

For more information on how APS Elastomers can find cost-effective solutions, develop proprietary TPE formulations, and enhance your products faster and more efficiently, contact info@apstpe.com

 

More information about Houkie can be found at www.houkie.com