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Water-based sizing solutions designed to optimize interfacial adhesion in composites using carbon fiber.
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CINCINNATI, OH (January 20, 2014) – Michelman will introduce new fiber sizings that comply with the Commission Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011 repealing Directive 2002/72/EC at the JEC Europe Composites show taking place March 11-13, 2014 in Paris, France. The new PIM compliant solutions are ideal for sizing fiber that will be used in composites destined for applications including coffee machines, food processors and other appliances and kitchen items where food contact compliance is required. Michelman will be exhibiting in hall 7.3, booth M3.
Products being featured at the show are water-based polyurethanes and polypropylene dispersions that are APE and HAP-free, and exhibit good hydrolytic resistance and thermal stability. Visitors will see how the company’s focus on developing film former solutions with end-use applications and regulatory compliance in mind is benefiting its customers.
Michelman offers fiber sizing, binders and lubricants under the brand names Hydrosize®, FGLASS™, Michem® Emulsion, U-Nyte™ and Hydrolube®. They are formulated for glass fiber, carbon fiber and natural fibers, with specific grades formulated for compatibility with PE, PP, Thermosets, PPS, PA, PC and PET/PBT
About MichelmanMichelman is a global developer of water-based barrier and functional coatings for flexible film packaging, paperboard, and corrugated cartons; and water-based surface modifiers, additives and polymers for numerous industries including wood and floor care, industrial coatings, inks, fibers, composites, and construction products. Michelman serves its multinational and regional customers with production facilities in the U.S., Europe and Singapore, and a worldwide network of highly trained field technical support personnel.