Surface enhancement of TPO polymers with improved flow and scratch properties

Ashutosh H. Sharma, Jennifer K. Lynch

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Abstract

Detailed application data is presented for the newly developed additive formulations designed for their use in surface enhancement of TPO polymers with improved flow and scratch properties. Improvements in impact properties and talc dispersion have been achieved with newly developed additives. Excellent scratch resistance performance has been achieved in TPO when used at 1-3% loadings without negatively affecting key physical properties. Recent work conducted on flow and release property enhancers for polyolefins are discussed. It is shown that significant performance improvements in PP /TPO polymers can be obtained at low loadings of these process aids. In addition to mechanical properties, Theological data is presented. It is shown that tailor making the additive formulations can achieve optimal scratch performance required for automotive interior/exterior applications.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationInternational Polyolefins Conference 2009
Pages1219-1230
Number of pages12
StatePublished - 2009
EventInternational Polyolefins Conference 2009 - Houston, TX, United States
Duration: Feb 22 2009Feb 25 2009

Publication series

NameSociety of Plastics Engineers - International Polyolefins Conference - FLEXPACKCON 2009
Volume3

Other

OtherInternational Polyolefins Conference 2009
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityHouston, TX
Period2/22/092/25/09

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Chemical Engineering(all)
  • Chemistry(all)
  • Polymers and Plastics

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