Press release
C.H.Erbslöh at K 2010
A complete range of additives from a single source
Krefeld/Germany, August 2010.
The distributor C. H. Erbslöh Europe SE ( will present its broad portfolio of additives and modifiers for plastics and rubbers from internationally-renowned producers at K2010 (Hall 7.0, standB17).Highlights of the company’s exhibit will include modifiers from DuPont, bio-based polyols, processing aids and plasticizers from Vertellus, antistatic agents from Rhodiaand functional fillers from R.T. Vanderbilt. In addition, Erbslöh will also be presenting its own range of additives tailored to specific requirements. Through its participation at the show, the distributor – which is part of the LEL alliance of independent technical distribution specialists – will demonstrate its expertise as a pan-European, central point-of-contact for virtually all matters relating to the enhancement of properties and processing performance of thermoplastics and elastomers.
Ethylene-copolymers from DuPont are intended for the modification of thermoplastics. For example, depending on the grade selected, Fusabond® coupling agents can be used as a highly-efficient additive for bonding fillers such as mineral-based, halogen-free flame retardants, or as high performance impact modifiers for nylon. Elvaloy®terpolymersare non-migrating, permanently-lasting plasticizers. Elvaloy® AC are highly thermally-stableethylene-acrylates, which are used, for example, as the carrier material for masterbatch products due to their high filler dispersion and, thanks to their universal compatibility, are also suitable for use with engineering polymers such as polyesters and nylons.
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C. H. Erbslöh at K 2010: A complete range of additives from a single source
Renewably-sourced castor oil forms the basis for the multifunctional polyols from Vertellus. These included the Polycin® grades, which provide the producers of polyurethane systems with a multitude of possibilities to tailor specific properties such as chemical resistance or elongation to application-specific requirements of the processor. Paricin® polyol grades act as lubricants which quickly migrate to the surface of the material, thereby enhancing the assembly properties of EPDM elastomer components, whilst Flexricin®, which acts as a highly-efficient plasticizer, improves the elasticity of polyurethane and elastomer systems.
Catafor® antistatic agents from Rhodia have been specially developed for use with polyurethanes. Normally, just 2% to 3% of the overall polymer weight is enough to reduce surface conductivity to values of under 107to 1011 ohm/square. When dissolved inthe polyol fraction, the additive delivers a permanent antistatic effect in polyurethane foams, micro-cellular and solid polyurethane elastomers. Depending on the grade, Catafor® antistatic agents are suitable for use at temperatures up to 350°C as well as for rubber, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), EVA, polyester (PET), polyolefins, polystyrene, ABS, PVC, etc.
The Vansil® and Vancote® Wollastonit grades from Vanderbilt are used to improve the mechanical properties of thermoplastics, especially polypropylene. The naturally-occurring calcium silicates form needle-shaped crystals which can be used at a length to diameter ratio of 1:5 as a filling agent and at values of 1:15 as a reinforcing agent. Depending on the intended application, grades are available untreated or treated for improved adhesion.
A range of proprietary additives from C.H. Erbslöh also show great promise, including CHE®-WAXlubrication and processing aids as well as CHE®-CaMon processing and nucleating agents for PA and POM.
Fusabond®and Elvaloy®are registered trademarks of DuPont (
Polycin®, Paricin® and Flexricin®are registered trademarks of Vertellus (
Catafor® is a registered trademark of Rhodia (
Vansil® and Vancote®are registered trademarks of Vanderbilt (
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C. H. Erbslöh at K 2010: A complete range of additives from a single source
C.H. Erbslöhis an independent European company engaged in the chemicals distribution business which has been in family ownership since its foundation in 1876. It supports the polymer market by providing chemicals and formulations for all stages of production between polymerization and the final product.Thanks to its highly-qualified workforce with a broad scope of technical knowledge, the company is able to supply its customers with optimized raw materials and to develop specific products for new applications. Its cooperation partners are other independent national distributors of specialty chemicals and industrial minerals, all belonging to the LEL Alliance, including Lake Ltd., Great Britain, Lavollée Chimie S.A., France, Zeus Química S.A., Spain and Portugal,and URAI S.p.A., Italy.Overall, this alliance achieved a turnover of approximately 169 million Euros in 2009.
Further information:
C.H. Erbsloeh Europe SE
Dr. Ulrich Kückelmann, Manager SBU Rubber & Plastics
Tel. +49 2151-525338, Fax. +49 2151-525100
Düsseldorfer Str. 103, D-47809 Krefeld, Germany
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Hans-Kudlich-Straße 25, D-64823 Groß-Umstadt, Germany
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C. H. Erbslöh at K 2010
A complete range of additives from a single source
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The distributor C. H. Erbslöh Europe SE will present its broad portfolio of additives and modifiers for plastics and rubbers from internationally-renowned producers at K2010.
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