Re: EPDM to blend with calendering type PP

Jul 03, 2003 0 Replies

Like Rolf, I would also recommend DuPont Dow Elastomer's Engage ethylene elastomer for this application. The lack of diene in Engage improves the heat, thermal, and UV resistance of the elastomer. For a calendering process, I would suggest that you evaluate a low melt index product such as Engage 8100 or Engage 8150.



Larry Effler



Erez Volach wrote:


I've read many article and reports about blending PP and EPDM for
> high-impact and soft feel PP products (for auto industry / mosty injection
> molding). I work for a thermoplastic company and we use calendering for
> sheets and membranes. We use a calendering grade of PP for liners and
> roofings. I am looking for a grade of EPDM that would impart flexibility to
> the (usually stiff) PP. What grades are available ? Is there a pelletized
> grade than can be readily blended with PP grains ?
>
> Thanks, E.V.

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