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Teknor Apex introduces medical-grade TPEs

eknor Apex introduced two new families of medical- MD-50100 series provides the same clarity and flexibility
Tgrade thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) for injection as PVC, but with better deformation resistance, allowing
molded face masks that include a deformation-resistant for improved packaging and storage. These materials can
series for flexible masks and a series of gels that also be used as more economical alternatives to silicone
face masks."

Rinspeed Snap concept highlights
plastics' role in future mobility

wiss-based think tank and mobility visionary
SRinspeed AG has created its 24th concept car, and
when it comes to plastics, the possibilities seem to
"snap" into place.
provide a gas-tight cushion for rigid ones molded from The Rinspeed Snap, which debuted at the Consumer
polypropylene. Flexible Masks Made of Clear Medalist® Electronics Show in Las Vegas, is founder and CEO Frank
50100 Series TPEs Retain Their Shape in Packing and Rinderknecht's answer to the dilemma of short-lived
Storage; while the Medalist® 10100 Series Gels Provide hardware and software and the high durability of a
Secure Cushions for Rigid PP Masks
Medalist® 50100 Series TPEs for flexible masks are more
deformation-resistant than PVC and, as thermoplastics,
provide a more economical alternative to silicones. In
respiratory therapy oxygen masks, the Medalist TPEs are
flexible enough to provide a comfortable fit on the face yet
retain their shape during packaging and storage, without
need for inserts. Their PVC-like transparency facilitates
patient monitoring. Medalist 50100 Series compounds are
available in Shore A hardnesses of 58, 68, and 73.

The Medalist® 10100 Series TPE gels for rigid-mask
cushions bond to polypropylene in insert or two-shot vehicle's interior and various components. The concept
molding, providing a less expensive alternative to the features a high-wear chassis or "skateboard" with fast-
traditional air-filled PVC “balloon” cushions that must be aging IT components and a durable passenger safety
glued onto the rigid component. The super-soft cushion cell or "pod" that can be snapped into place or used for
conforms to the patient’s face to ensure a gas-tight a stationary experience.
fit that is more secure than the PVC cushion and has a
lower profile on the face. Grades in the series include a The company suggested its uses when not in motion
clear 8 Shore A compound and a translucent one with 18 can include anything from a "variable shopping pod or a
Shore A hardness. Pre-colored compounds are available spacious camping pod to a cozy cuddling pod," according
to enable device manufacturers to differentiate their to a news release. To this end, the skateboard portion,
product offerings. "More and more, medical device OEMs featuring two steering axles and an integrated electric
are choosing Medalist as an alternative to both PVC and powertrain supplied by Germany's ZF Friedrichshafen
silicone for face masks,” said Ross van Royen, senior AG, can be recycled after a few years of intensive use,
market manager of regulated products for the TPE Division while the pod is able to remain in service much longer
of Teknor Apex. “In flexible mask applications, the Medalist and ultimately connect with an up-to-date skateboard.

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