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Gaining a true sense of security with TPEs

KRAIBURG TPE, a global TPE manufacturer, offers the THERMOLAST® K AD1 and FR2 series of com-
pounds for advanced home security equipment applications.

Increasing urbanization and technological KRAIBURG TPE, a global TPE retardant material solution that enables
advancements have driven up the demand manufacturer of a wide range of fire-resistance and self-extinguishing
for high-technology home security thermoplastic elastomer products and effects in flammable products, such as
systems. As well, in recent years, with the custom solutions for multiple industries, electrical and electronics appliances,
advent of smart connectivity, internet of offers high quality and custom- resulting in no burning droplets when
things (IOT), automation, and sensors, engineered TPE compounds such as burnt to minimize fire risks.
home security equipment has evolved the THERMOLAST® K AD1 and Due to its flame retardancy properties,
into more sophisticated home gadgets FR2 series for home security equipment this TPE compound series is a choice
that can perform various functions and applications. material application for cable holders,
can even be operated remotely using Staying secure and safe with benefits fastenings, and grommets for surveillance
mobile apps. KRAIBURG TPE’s THERMOLAST® cameras, home alarm systems, control
Evidently, the new generation of home K AD1 series features soft-touch surface panels, and battery boxes; and for parts
security equipment comes with elevated with non-sticky haptic properties making such as seals for plugs, switch boxes, and
capabilities to better secure properties it suitable for seals, handles, sensors for for in-wall outlets.
and the lives of home residents against windows and doors; doorbells, smart Advantages of the THERMOLAST® K
security breaches and fire risks, to cite locks, and door security products. FR2 series include its excellent adhesion
a few common environmental hazards. It has excellent adhesion to polar to PP, allowing for a versatile range of
Nevertheless, safety and ease of use thermoplastics such as ABS, PC and PC/ applications.
remain vital features for successful ABS, allowing for easier processability It is a halogen-free compound according
adoption of home security equipment. using extrusion and injection molding. to IEC 61249-2-21 standard; and
Thus, choosing only safe, design-flexible Another advantage is that the compound meets the UL94 V0 standard, which
and easy to process materials is crucial for is available in black color and can be is applicable for 1.5 mm and 3 mm
manufacturers who are producing home precolored in various color options. thickness requirement.
security equipment, to meet the demands Additionally, in-process recycling is
of end-users for durable, fire-safe and Flame-retardant, halogen-free solution possible for these compounds, making
user-friendly products. KRAIBURG TPE’s THERMOLAST® the THERMOLAST® K FR2 series a
K FR2 series of compounds is a flame sustainable option.

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