Manufacturers and suppliers of polymer process equipment, monomers, specialized resins, as well as additives and basic products.
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Buy appropriate polymers from reputable polymer producersBy Howard Robertson Polymers are complex chemicals with repeating structural units that have covalent chemical bonds. Though the most popular usage of polymer compounds is in plastic production, the term refers to a wide range of synthetic and natural materials with a variety of purposes and properties.
Though a large variety of synthetic or natural polymers is available in the market, polyethylene (or polythene), polystyrene and polypropylene are some of the popular chemical polymer compounds supplied by the polymer manufacturers.
Polymer manufacturing and polymer processing companies provide polymers and polymer compounds for a variety of applications. Industries that extensively use polymers are pharmaceuticals, chemicals, oil and gas, plastics and rubber.
Some of the important parameters you must consider before purchasing polymers are:
- Application of the polymers
- Type of polymers available in the market
- Operating conditions such as temperature, pressure and corrosiveness of the environment
- Chemical properties of the polymers such as composition and reactivity
- Physical properties of the polymers such as hardness, density and dimensions
Buy polyethylene from reputable polymer manufacturers
Companies that manufacture consumer products require polyethylene or polythene, a thermoplastic polymer.
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Dow Chemical Company is a global company involved in polymer production that supplies major polyethylene (PE) resin products. Exxon Mobil Corporation is another polymer producer that offers polyethylene products.
Buy polystyrene from reputable polymer producers
For low-strength structural applications that require good impact resistance, use polystyrene compound products. Polystyrene has dimensional stability and are useful for making pre-production prototypes.
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Primex Plastics Corporation is an extruder of custom polystyrene sheets such as monolayer sheets and tri-layer co-extrusion sheets. EMCO Industrial Plastics, a reputable supplier of polymers, produces high-impact polystyrene that has better machinability.
Buy polypropylene films from reputable polymers manufacturers
Polypropylene films are very useful for packaging industry. Polypropylene (PP) films come in different types such as horizontal form fill seal (HFFS) films, vertical form fill seal (VFFS) films, heat shrinkable polymer films and twist polymer films.
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Permapack, Inc. manufactures clear, heat sealable high performance polypropylene films for the packaging industry. Web Handling, Inc. is another manufacturer of industrial polymers that supplies polypropylene (PP) films for packaging industry.
- Consult an expert about formulating a specialty polymer, as the mechanical properties of polymers depend significantly on variables such as the extent and type of branching, the crystal structure and the molecular weight.
- Refer the state regulations about recycling and disposal of the polymers and polymer resins.
- If you want to use the polymers at extreme operating conditions, consult the polymer supplier, as some polymers may disintegrate at extreme operating temperatures and pressures.
- Register with reputable associations of polymer producers to keep yourself updated about innovations in polymer technologies.
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Manufacturer of dispersions, emulsions, and processing of finely powdered chemicals, elastomers, and formulations.
http://www.akrondispersions.com/
Developer and distributor of epoxy resins and polyurethanes for the pattern and mould making industries.
International manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, metals and materials for research, development and production applications. Range of products includes: Inorganics, Organics and organometallics, Pure elements, Precious metal compounds.
Manufacturer and distributor of dispersions and emulsions for the rubber, vinyl, plastics, adhesives, and general chemical industries.
http://www.americandispersions.com/
An Indian based manufacturer of plasticizers which includes phthalates, sebacates, trimellitates, acetates, maleates, methyl diethanolimine (MDEA), and ethylene oxide derivatives.
Producer of liquid polymers, including epoxy, urethane and silicone RTV-2. Also manufacturer of Anchor Bond(tm) epoxy cements. Products are sold to OEMs in the electronics, electrical devices, automotive and other industries.
Specialty chemical manufacturer and developer of polyurethanes and curatives, acrylic resins, styrene copolymers, organo borates, nitrogen trifluoride and customized specialty chemicals.
http://www.andersondevelopment.com/
A joint venture with Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics, Inc of USA (UCCP), manufactures specialty phenolic microspheres, also supplies adhesives resins.
International manufacturer and researcher of fine and specialty chemicals. Also provides supplies and analytical equipment for the scientific community.
Chemical manufacturer specialists of polyurethane, resins, coatings, flooring, polymers, adhesive, automotive and isocyanates.
Specialty chemical manufacturer specializing in acrylic emulsions. Also, offers polymers, additives, binders and thickeners.
Service provider for the polymer industry, it offers custom rubber mixing, compounding, injection, extrusion and other services.
http://www.biltriteindustries.com/
Manufacturer of high temperature insulation, bricks and cements and calcium silicate structural boards. Products are sold to multiple industries.
International producer of plastics raw materials - namely, polyethylene and polypropylene. These are environmentally superior plastics known as polyolefins. An integrated petrochemicals company serving the global plastics manufacturing industry.
International manufacturer of basic and specialty chemicals including basic polymers, solvents and olefins.
Manufacturer and distributor of absorbant packing polymers, sulfonic acids and buffers and absorbant materials.
International manufacturer and marketing of petrochemicals products include acids, anhydrides, aldehydes, polyols, glycols, solvents, monomers, amines, cellulose acetates and catalyst.
http://www.celanesechemicals.com/
Korean manufaturer of textiles, synthetic fibers, dyes & pigments, ABS, PS, SAN, EPS, PBT, and other specialized materials and raw chemicals.
Manufacturer of concentrated textile resins, catalysts for polymeric reactions, softeners, thermosetting resins and other specialized reagents.
http://www.commercial-products.com/
Provider of colorants, biocides, coating materials and additives for architectural and industrial applications, along with specialty polymers for adhesives, coatings and engineering thermoplastics.
Dow Chemical Company (The) / Engineering Thermoplastics and Polypropylene Group
Manufacturer of polyurethane engineering thermoplastic resins, ABS and SAN resins, polycarbonate resins, polypropylene, polyurethane elastoplastic polymers, engineering resins and crystalline polymers. '*' indicates Trademark of the Dow Chemical Company.
International group of chemical manufacturers active in drug intermediates, basic food ingredients, engineering plastics, resins, synthetic rubbers and other perfomance materials, basic polymers, enzyme technologies, caprocalctam, melamine and EPDM rubber
International producer of specialzed chemicals and polymer resins throughout the world. DuPont Industrials Polymers concentrates in the manufacture of synthetic adhesives, consumer products, liners, perfumes and cosmetics, an other related products.
http://www.dupont.com/industrial-polymers/
Uses guar chemistry to develop products for the seismic, drilling, water well, textile, and food industries including crosslinkers, breakers, biocides and monomers.
http://www.economypolymers.com/
Specialty chemicals manufacturer and consulting, provides super-absorbent polymers, CMC, water-soluble chemicals, chemically functional laminates and airlaid composites.
http://www.creativechemistry.com/
Manufacturer specializing in polymer and petrochemical products including ethylene, propylene, polyethylene polypropylene, oxygenated chemicals, performance polymers and wire cable resins.
Producer of engineered polymer resins for high perfomance applications. Products include polybutadiene and vinyl modified styrene/butadiene copolymers.
International producer and distributor of chemicals such as accelerators, vulcanizing agents, antidegradants, and specialty chemicals.
Leading international, joint venture with Monsato and Akzo Nobel, producer and distributor of specialty chemicals such as accelerators, vulcanizing agents and antidegradants.
Manufacturer of water based mold release agents, antiblock, mold cleaner, slab dip and other functional coatings.
Manufacturer of epoxy, urethane and silicone compounds. Products are for industrial use. Products are sold to the jewelry, electronics and aerospace industries. This company was capitalized by private investment.
International developer and manufacturer of high-performance polymers including silicone sealants, coatings, extruded sheets, phosphite antioxidants, modifier resins and industrial diamonds.
Developer and batch producer of dedicated chemical reagents, specializing in accelerators & antioxidants, high purity reagents, pigments & dyes, and agrochemicals.
Developer, producer and compounder of soft TPE compounds and alloys.
Wadsworth based developer and producer of blended EPDM polymers, butyl & halogenated compounds and other custom engineered compounds.
http://www.goldsmith-eggleton.com/
International trader, distributor and technical manufacturer of synthetic and natural rubber grades is also active in trading of special grades.
Provider of computer consulting and systems integration services. This company also resells and rents computers and computer accessories. Services are provided to multiple industries.
Producer of natural and synthetic alcohols including glycols also provider of denaturing & blending services and bottling of spirits.
Developer and manufacturer of precision elastomer-to-substrate bonding and molding. Provides custom product molding and compounding of enginered products.
Honeywell International Inc. / Defense & Avionics Systems
Manufacturer of sonar systems, inertial guidance systems for missiles, aircraft and spacecraft, including gyroscopes, reaction wheels, star trackers, stabilizer control systems, actuators, cockpit display systems, microwave landing and electronic systems,
Korean based manufacturer of fine organics, specializes in polymerization catalyst carrier, soybean oil extraction, tires, inks, adhesives, intermediates for pharmaceuticals and agricultural chemicals, plastics, laundry and washing solvents. Headquarters
Manufacturer of polystyrene and polypropylene plastics and performance resins. Parent/holding company with a high-tech operating unit involved in plastic film research and development. Products are sold to multiple industries.
Korean based manufacturer and distributor of synthetic fibers for the textile industry, plastic resins, water treatment reagents, polyehtylene resin and industrial equiptment.
Supplier of PVC suspension, emulsion and mass resins, as well as a full range of plasticizers, other products include phthalic anhydride, sebacic acid, adipic acid, isodecanol, isononanol and other acids.
Produces polyurethane catalyst, products include n,n-dimethyl cyclohexylamine, LCA-1:(PMDT), 30% potassium acetate, n-pentamethyldiethylenetriamine, cross-linked agent and (2-chloroethyl) ether
Offers a broad selection of acid and blocked acid catalysts for amino crosslinked coatings.
http://www.kingindustries.com/
India-based manufacturer of catalysts, specialty chemicals, and drug intermediates in the field of polymerization, acrylics, paints, pesticides, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals.
Manufactures catalysts and auxiliary agents for the plastics, rubber, and fiber industries.
Canada based producer of engineered polymers and specialty chemicals for the pulp and paper industry products include: polyamides, polyaluminum chloride, ferric chloride, polyethylene oxide.
India based producer of natural rubber products, also manufactures altex preservation coatings, accelerators, antioxidants, processing aids, pesticide intermediates and water treatment chemicals.
Supplier of chemical materials to the agrochemical, building, healthcare, transportation, semiconductor, industrial, textile industries and more.
http://www.mitsuichemicals.com/
Manufacturer of polyolefin materials including polypropylene, polyethylene and polyolefin materials. Services include custom design, CAD and CAE manufacturing-based processes, piloting and compliance testing.
Neha-Chem - manufacturer, exporter of biological stain, indicator color, solvent dyes, basic dyes and phase transfer catalyst.
http://www.bicserve.com/htm/nehachem/index.htm
Manufacturers of pharmaceutical, photographic, electronic, polyolefin metallocene catalyst and UV stabilizer product lines. Based in Pennsylvania.
Korea based producer of soda ash and caustic soda, specializes in toluene di-isocyanate(TDI), and MICLOID, also offers sodium bicarbonate, phoshporic acid, hydrogen peroxide, sodium cyanate, rubber accelerators and other specialty reagents.
Manufacturer of dedicated, conductive polymer coating products and organic metals mainly for polymerization applications.
Supplier of polymer raw products such as polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC resin and fine specialty chemicals including sodium metabisulphite, sodium bicarbonate, sodium sulphate, caustic soda, calcium carbide, titanium dioxide, carbon black, citric acid a
Operator of five manufacturing sites and warehouse facilities across the United States. Main products include emulsion polymers, fire retardants and adhesives.
Providing Phase-Transfer Catalysis technology to enhance the productivity, quality, safety and environmental performance of customers' manufacturing processes for the production of organic chemicals and polymers.
International manufacturer of specialty chemicals and polymers including engineered plastics, defoamers, plastic films, performance chemicals and custom molding services.
Producer of polymers including polyoxazolines, oligomers and macromers and degradable polyesters. Products are sold to the advanced ceramics market, the adhesives market and steel fabricating companies. This company was capitalized by corporate investme
Manufacturer of polyethylenimine specialty polymers, providing polyethylenimine solutions, and anhydrous liquids and derivatives.
http://www.polymerenterprises.com/
Manufactures and applies rubber & PVC linings, a division of RJF International Corporation.
http://www.polymeric-linings.com/
Performance polymer products and services company that produces compounds, specialty vinyl resins and formulations, engineered calendered film and other value-added products and services.
Preferred Rubber Compounding Corp.
Producer and developer of black and colored organic rubber compounds. Provider of rubber analysis services. Products and services are sold to the automobile, construction, pharmaceutical and various other industries. This company was capitalized by pri
http://www.preferredrubber.com/
Custom ISO 9002 certified manufacturer of specialty chemicals, and organics. Specilizes in amination, halogenation, oxidation, and polymerization reactions. Located in High Point, NC 27260, USA.
http://www.prochemchemicals.com/
Develops and commercializes phase transfer catalysis processes for the manufacture of organic chemicals. Located in New Jersey.
Producer of sucrose polyether polyols, amino-aromatic polyols, polyester polyols, pour and spray foams, acrylic, polyurethane and polyurea coatings. Specializes in spray foams.
http://www.quimicapumex.com.mx/
Producer of alkyd and polyester resins used to create paint. Producer of electrical insulating varnishes for the repair of motors and stators and rust preventive coatings. This company also produces epoxies; and provides custom formulation services. Pr
Supplies a wide variety of industrial grade water soluble polymers, including guar gum, cellulose gum, polyacrylamide, starch and specialty products.
Provider of specialized polymer resins, polyestyrene, glycols, and custom peptide synthesis preactivated and base resins.
International producer of fine and specialty chemicals, plastics, RASCHIG-Rings and road materials also provides custom synthesis and toll manufacturing.
International manufacturer of advanced polymers, adhesives and polymer systems, specializes in composite polyester resins, synthetic latex, coating resins and formulated adhesives.
International specialty polymer manufacturer supplying polyesters, PET, purified terephthalic acid, mono ethylene glycol, polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, benzene, toluene, xylenes and textile synthetic fibers.
Specialty chemical amnufacturer formed from the merger of Rhône-Poulenc's Chemicals and Fibers & Polymers operations. Produces fine organics and intermediates for pharmaceuticals, industrial coating and silicons and engineered plastics.
International developer and manufacturer of specialty chemicals, including agrochemicals, coatings, fluorinated chemicals, monomers and polymers, engineering plastics and electronic chemicals.
Manufacturer of specialty chemicals for the dye and pigment, polymer and textile industries. Products include sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate catalyst and related intermediates.
Manufacturer and distributor of diammonium phosphate (DAP), calcium nitrate, accelerators (TMDT, ZDBC) and granular fertilizers.
http://www.ruisingchemicals.com/
Suppliers of specialty chemicals and custom manufacturing services. Products used in detergents, cleaners, electroplating agents, adhesives and textile specialties. Headquarters in Pennsylvania.
http://www.ruetgers-organics-corp.com/
Manufacturer of specialty large-scale chemical products, provides custom manufacturing and phase transfer catalysis.
Sister company to Cray Valley, international manufaturer of acrylate/methacrylate monomers, oligomers, photoinitiators, hydrocarbon resins and other specialty chemicals.
International producer of bromo compounds, pthalimide, phenidone - A, and other fine organic reagents for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical industries.
http://www.sauravchemicals.com/
International producer and distributor of basic polymer products, high performance composites, polymer additives, accelarators and other specialized polymer additives. Manufacturing sites in UK, France, South Africa and the Middle East.
Scottish Chemical Industries the world's Largest producer of hexachloroethane. Is the only ISO-9002 certified manufacturer of hexachloroethane in the world.
European based manufacturer and international distributor of raw polymer feedstock, plasticizers, solvents, organic intermediates, adhesives and oleochemicals.
Manufacturer of specialty and intermediate inorganic chemicals. Products are based on aluminum, magnesium, sulfur, and zirconium chemistry.
http://www.southernionics.com/
A subsidiary of Degussa-Huls Corporation, dedicated to the supply of specialty polymers and chemicals for personal care products, textile auxiliaries and water treatment products.
http://www.stockhausen-inc.com/
Manufacturers of organic titanates used as catalysts in esterification, trans-esterification reaction, polymerization of epoxies, phenols, silicon and also as crosslinking agent in wire enamels, surface coatings, printing ink, etc.
Manufacturer of intermediates for pharmaceuticals also produces raw chemicals for polyurethane foams and resins, maleic anhydride and fumaric acid.
International manufacturer and developer of basic chemicals, latex compounds, polyurethanes, dispersions and emulsions and construction coatings. Also, supplies natural rubber and designs and develops custom cutting equipment.
Producer of thermally conductive dielectric polymers. Products include puddies, gap fillers, greases, encapsulants and PCB systems. Products are sold to multiple industries. This company was capitalized by private investment.
International manufacturer of basic and fine chemicals, basic polymers, engineering plastics, construction materials, machinery and metal products, polyamide resins and high-purity chemicals.
Worldwide manufacturer of specialty chemicals and polymers including antioxidants, antiozonants, accelerators, nitrile rubbers, urethane and additives.
http://www.uniroyalchemical.com/
Process developer and producer of specialty polymers and fine chemicals including, acriflow polyacrylate agents and polyurethane resins.
Manufacturer of chemical additives for plastic as well as PVC, polyolefins, nitrogenous fertilizers, industrial and fine chemicals.
Manufacturer of polymer resins for the elastomer and plastics industries. Facilities in Bayport, Texas, Mississippi and Kentucky.
Developer of medical-grade bio-polymer products, specializing in R&D or related materials.
Tips & Advice to help you make your decision on Polymers
Keyword: Polymers
Polymers are chemicals that are complex and have repeating structural units, each with covalent chemical bonds. Most businesses use polymer compounds when producing plastic and plastic products. This production can range from natural to synthetic materials, each having a different purpose.
Three of the most popular polymer compounds that polymer manufacturers supply are polypropylene, polystyrene and polyethylene. Industries that use polymer compounds the most include oil and gas, rubber, plastics, chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
Before purchasing these compounds from a manufacturer, there are a few things to consider. First, you must note the ... more
Keyword: Polymers
Polymers are chemicals that are complex and have repeating structural units, each with covalent chemical bonds. Most businesses use polymer compounds when producing plastic and plastic products. This production can range from natural to synthetic materials, each having a different purpose.
Three of the most popular polymer compounds that polymer manufacturers supply are polypropylene, polystyrene and polyethylene. Industries that use polymer compounds the most include oil and gas, rubber, plastics, chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
Before purchasing these compounds from a manufacturer, there are a few things to consider. First, you must note the application of the polymer compounds. You must also consider the various types that are available on the market, as well as the operating conditions, chemical and physical properties. The operating conditions include corrosiveness, pressure and temperature of the environment. Chemical properties include reactivity and composition, while physical properties include dimensions, density and hardness.
Manufacturing companies require a thermoplastic polymer, such as polythene or polyethylene. Polystyrene compound products are suggested if you prefer structural applications that are low in strength with good impact resistance. This type of compound is useful of the production of prototypes, and features dimensional stability.
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