MOSCOW (MRC) -- In 1979, Evonik launched the thermoplastic elastomer polyether block amide (PEBA) under the brand name VESTAMID E from its largest global production site in the Marl Chemical Park, said the company.
Whether in sports equipment, hydraulic pressure lines in trucks, medical devices or 3D printed high-tech parts, Evonik’s polyamide 12 elastomers kept finding their way into new demanding applications over the past four decades. Right from the beginning, the high-performance polymer has stood out for its excellent low-temperature impact resistance, chemical resistance, high elasticity and good resilience. It was easy to process, dye or over-mold. From the beginning, the thermoplastic material offered a uniquely balanced property profile that enabled design-free implementation of demanding applications.
Performance and design are key attributes for the sports industry. The PA 12 elastomer molding compounds of Evonik quickly became the material of choice for items such as athletic shoes, ski, touring and hiking boots or later, decorative protective films for skis and snowboards.
Ski or hiking boots made of PEBA have remained lightweight, waterproof and wear-resistant to this day. They retain their flexibility even in cold conditions. Thanks to its excellent mechanical properties, the high-performance material can efficiently determine the wall thickness of shoes, which allows for optimizing production costs.
As MRC informed earlier, in June 2018, Linde Group and the specialty chemicals company Evonik Industries have concluded an exclusive cooperation agreement on the use of membranes for natural gas processing.
Evonik, the creative industrial group from Germany, is one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals. Its activities focus on the key megatrends health, nutrition, resource efficiency and globalization. Evonik benefits specifically from its innovative prowess and integrated technology platforms. Evonik is active in over 100 countries around the world.
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