TECHNOLOGY NEWS:
New technology for metal reinforced Santoprene TPV
Advanced Elastomer Systems and Bekaert have developed a new technology that results in excellent adhesion of Santoprene thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) to metal.
The technology is based on an effective primer for steel wire and/or cord in combination with an adhesive tie layer, both pre-applied by Bekaert. No other treatment is required while processing the Santoprene TPV. The technology lowers production costs and improves the mechanical properties of the finished product, including strength, flexibility and resistance to fatigue or corrosion. Key to the success of the technology is good coating penetration of the primer.
Patrick Hermans, Bekaert’s Product Marketing Manager, said: “As well as radically improving the mechanical properties of the reinforced TPV, production costs for finished components can be greatly lowered as fabricators no longer have a go through a lengthy process of metals treatment before applying TPV. The whole process of producing a metal reinforced has been simplified.”
The new technology is suited for many industrial and engineering applications including reinforced hoses, transmission belts, conveyer belts hoisting strips and drive cables.
Bekaert can supply steel cord reinforced belts, strips and fabrics made with Santoprene TPV in a variety of formats as per customer requirements.
Custom-made wire and cord are available coated with the primer or with the primer and tie layer adhesive polymer. Virtually any Bekaert metal product can be coated with the newly-developed primer and adhesive enabling customers to offer tailor-made products that combine the strengths of steel and Santoprene TPV.
Aranzazu Guisuraga, Industrial Market Development Manager for Santoprene TPVs said: “The demand for metal reinforced TPVs is increasing and this new technology offers customers valuable choices.”
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Bekaert Engineering |
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Belgium |
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