Thermoplastic elastomers

Thermoplastic elastomers: Santoprene, Hytrel, Megol, Apigo, Solplast, Franprene, Chemiton

Typical applications

Automotive industry

• External parts: Window seals, fenders, aerodynamic spoilers and protective strips (mainly TPV and TPO).
• Vehicle interior: Carpets, steering wheel covers, soft gearshift gaiters and soft buttons on the dashboard.
• Under the hood: Air hoses, cable protection bellows and various oil-resistant seals.

Widespread consumption and household

• Tool handles: Ergonomic, non-slip handles on screwdrivers, hammers, toothbrushes, razors and kitchen knives (so-called. soft touch effect).
• Sports equipment: Bicycle handles, diving fins, ski boots and sports shoe soles (high TPU wear resistance).
• Electronics housings: Protective cases for smartphones, tablets and rugged industrial devices.

Medicine and pharmacy

• Medical devices: Infusion tubes, breathing masks and droppers.
• Packaging: Test tube caps, syringe seals and medical bags (due to the possibility of sterilization and the absence of latex).

Construction and industry

• Profiles and seals: Sealing strips for windows and doors that prevent water and air from entering.
• Pipe extrusion: Flexible hoses for pneumatics, hydraulics and chemical flow.