Intelligent Additive Solutions

for Todays Plastic Industry

In order to succeed in today's highly volatile and competitive plastics
market, compounders will need to secure an edge to stay ahead of the
competition. That edge will mean better performing products in less time
with lower overall cost. We believe that our customers should expect more
from their additive suppliers and realize more in terms of product, benefits
and value added services.

Struktol Intelligent Additive Solutions make plastics more processable and

that means more efficient manufacturing operations and stronger, more
durable products. Our additives are designed to provide excellent blending
and dispersion as well as lubricating process enhancements for the
compounder. These additives are especially efficient where highly filled
plastics are compounded. In some cases, they act as compatibilizers or
alloying agents while providing improved surface finish and mold release.

Many of Struktol's solutions are developed using an analysis of both our

customer's compound formulation and processing environment. Our
solutions are often customized to provide specific benefits to our customers
based on this analysis. While there are as many additive variables as there
are plastic compounds, Struktol's extensive R&D capabilities allow us to
formulate solutions that will enable you to stay ahead of your competition.

Expect More from your Realize More

plastics additives. with Struktol.

Superior viscosity control Outstanding customer and

Improved mold release
Reduced friction, plate out, mold splay
Improved mixing and uniform filler
dispersion
Decreased mixing times and energy
Greater impact resistance
technical services
Overall cost reduction: greater margins
per piece, more product per run
State-of-the-art laboratory capabilities
Custom, unique product development
Just-in-time shipping
Improved ease of manufacturing
 Intelligent Additive Solutions for the Polymer Industry

When it comes to plastics additives, Struktol manufactures a complete line of

Struktols vast chemical experience is
translated into the most intelligent
solutions available anywhere. Each of
Struktols 30+ plastic additives are tested and
retested to insure maximum product quality
and performance consistency.
additives that function individually or in
combination as adhesives, lubricants and
surfactants. They are all accompanied by a wide
range of benefits.

By using STRUKTOL Intelligent Additive Solutions, processors can realize:

Improved Physical Properties Improved Performance

A compounder was unable to meet the
minimum Izod Impact strength
properties required for an injection
molding application using a 30% wood-
filled high-impact polystyrene.
Evaluations done by the Struktol
Technical Service Laboratory proved
that by adding approximately 1% of
STRUKTOL TR 071 the resulting
compound exhibited 15% higher impact
properties and significantly improved
processability. In addition, by using
STRUKTOL TR 065 along with
TR 071 at equal loading levels, the
customer was able to realize a more than
30% increase in the impact properties of
the compound!
Color concentrates typically require a
dispersion aid to adequately disperse pigments
in the polymer carrier. These aids, typically
polyethylene wax or ethylenebisstearamide
(EBS), can be critical to the performance of
very expensive pigments. For many organic and
inorganic pigments, STRUKTOL TR 251
used in place of EBS has been shown to
significantly improve the pigment dispersion
leading to increased color uniformity, higher
chromaticity and more vivid colors at a given
pigment level. What does this mean to the
concentrate manufacturer? Potentially lower
usage levels of very expensive pigments
resulting in significantly lower per pound cost
of the concentrate while still maintaining
equivalent or better color development!

Cost Reduction
An injection molder making plastic coat hangers from recycled polyolefin was able to see a 2%
reduction in cycle time using approximately 0.5% of STRUKTOL TR 016 as an internal lubricant
and mold release agent. This 2% reduction in cycle time reduced his overall manufactured cost per
part by more than 2%, saving him a significant amount of money and increasing his annual
production capacity by a whopping 50,000 parts! In this case, an increased initial raw material cost
was easily offset by greatly improved production capabilities.

Struktol Intelligent Additive Solutions are the result of a partnering effort between our customers
and our sales and technical staff. While many compounders may be comfortable with their current
additive supplier, with the investment of a little time in analysis and testing of Struktol additives, the
return will be well worth the effort.
STRUKTOL Plastics Additives

TR 016 An extremely effective lubricant and wetting agent that can be used in a wide variety of polymer
systems. Also provides release characteristics.

TR 071 Similar to TR 016 except the calcium ion is replaced by a zinc ion. Works well in HIPS, PS and
color concentrates.
Ionic

TR 077 An efficient lubricant system that works extremely well in filled and unfilled nylon for
processability improvement and increased output rates.

TR 251 A blend of anionic and nonionic surfactants for areas where EBS is being used. An effective
dispersant and wetting agent for pigments and fillers in a wide variety of polymer systems.
TR 255 is the FDA version.

TR 041 A nonionic, ester-based wetting agent for polar fillers and pigments used for improved
Non-Ionic

dispersion and metal release. Contains no metal ions. TR 045 is the FDA version.

TR 044W Provides flow and metal release with little or no effect on physical properties in most polymer
systems. The best choice for polar or engineering resins. Very good heat stability.

TR 060 A unique compatibilizer and blending aid that reduces splay in colored and/or filled olefins.
Resinous

Extremely compatible with olefins and can be used to increase extrusion output rates.

TR 065 A high temperature compatibilizer which works up to process temperatures of 370oC. Excellent
for recycling and blending polymer systems, including incorporation of impact modifiers.

TR 121 Primary oleamide used as a slip agent in polyolefins. Its uniform bloom makes it a valuable flow
and release agent in thermoplastics and thermoset elastomers.

TR 131 Erucic acid amide used as a higher temperature slip agent. Its slower migration rate is beneficial
for printing films.
Amides

TR 141 Saturated primary amide which blooms in an invisible monolayer for surface appearance.
Improved surface in rotomolded compounds.

TR EBS Ethylene bisstearamide wax for a wide range of polymers used for improved dispersion of
pigments and fillers and viscosity modification.

Antioxidants DSTDP and DLTDP thioester secondary antioxidants for use in conjunction with phenolic
primary antioxidants in a wide range of polymers. STRUKTOL Morstille 18 DSTDP is a
pastille version combining unique handling capabilities and packaging versatility.
Other

V-Series Simple and complex fatty acid esters for use in a wide range of PVC applications. Act as
viscosity modifiers, metal release agents and processing improvers.

Zinc Stearate A high purity micro-bead or pellet form of zinc stearate. Used extensively in resin production,
Metal Sterates

compounding and color concentrate production. Other grades include Vegetable Grade and
Clear Melt.

Others Calcium and Magnesium Stearates

General Recommendations

Compound Styrenics
System Polyolefins ABS/SAN HIPS/PS Rigid PVC PBT/PET/PC Nylons

Unfilled TR 016 TR 016 TR 071 TR 044W TR 044W TR 044W

TR 060 TR 060 Zinc Stearate TR 251 TR 065 TR 077
TR 121 TR 251 TR 065
TR 131
TR 141

Low Mineral TR 016 TR 060 TR 071 TR 016 NS TR 077

Fill TR 065 TR 251
V-Series

High Mineral TR 016 NS TR 071 TR 016 NS TR 077

Fill TR 041 TR 251
TR 060 V-Series

Color TR 060 TR 016 TR 071 V-Series TR 065 TR 044W

Concentrate TR 162 TR 251
TR 251 TR-EBS

Flame TR 016 TR 060 TR 041 V-Series TR 044W TR 077

Retardant TR 041 TR 071 TR 065

Glass Fiber Fill TR 060 TR 060 NS NS TR 065 TR 065

w/Coupling

Glass Fiber Fill TR 016 TR 016 NS NS TR 044W TR 044W

w/o Coupling TR 060

Plasticized NS NS TR 071 TR 016 NS NS

Zinc Stearate V-Series

Alloy or Blend TR 060 TR 060 TR 060 TR 060 TR 060 TR 044W

TR 065 TR 065 TR 065 TR 065 TR 065

Wood Fiber TPW 104 TR 041 TR 041 TR 041 NS NS

Fill TR 016 TR 060 TR 060 TR 060
TR 060 TR 251 TR 071 TR 251
TR 251 TPW 012

Coefficient of Friction Mixing

Flow Productivity
Impact Resistance Surface Properties
Mold Release NS Not Studied
Technical Service, Technical Solutions and Product Quality
Struktol is all about people, their knowledge of plastic additives and their passion for customer
service. At Struktol, our greatest investment is in our people. While it's true that we use the
latest in state-of-the-art research and manufacturing technology, it's the significant
contributions of our employees that make the difference.

Our sales and technical staff are your introduction to Struktol Intelligent Additive Solutions.
They are the industry's most knowledgeable plastics additive experts. These people are
responsible for initiating the valuation of your compound or processing problem. Once they
have gathered the appropriate information and data on a particular customer compound, a
preliminary analysis will identify opportunities for improving compound performance.
Additionally, a complete cost analysis will demonstrate how Struktol solutions can produce
lower overall costs.

The technical capabilities at Struktol are unequalled anywhere in the world. ISO 9001
certification means that everyone at Struktol is focused on product quality. From the lab
through manufacturing and shipping, the entire process is governed by the desire to produce
the highest quality products. But today, outstanding product quality and performance is not
enough. Every customer is somehow unique and often requires custom solutions. Struktol is
dedicated to providing not only on-time delivery, but also the widest array of custom
packaging capabilities. These include small pre-weighs to bulk bags to steel drums.

Every Struktol employee is empowered to do whatever it takes to ensure complete customer

satisfaction. While Struktol is big on solutions, we are dedicated to providing personalized
one-on-one customer service.

Contact Struktol
Learning more about Struktol products and services couldnt be easier! Use the
enclosed CD-ROM to get complete product information including technical data
sheets, comprehensive laboratory reports and technical presentations.

Call 800-327-8649 today and ask for our technical sales staff.

Email customerservice@struktol.com.

Visit www.struktol.com/plastics.
You are now one step closer to improving the
processability of your compounds. The next step in the
additive solutions process is a team consultation with
sales and research and development. Based on the data
collected, our chemists and laboratory technicians will
formulate the appropriate additive(s) response designed
to maximize your compounds performance. Upon
request, the recommended products are prepared for
your evaluation.

At Struktol, we are building a reputation for unique,

dynamic and cost-effective solutions. Can we help your
situation? Call us. We love a good challenge.

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Struktol Company of America
Struktol Company of America is a member
of the Schill & Seilacher family of
companies, with representation in over 100
countries around the world. A global
organization with over a century of specialty
chemical expertise, Schill & Seilacher
markets most of their polymer processing
products under the brand name
STRUKTOL a name that has become
synonymous with both quality and
performance. Struktol chemicals are found in
plastics and rubber as well as man-made
fibers, textiles and leather and
paper products.
Struktol Company of America
201 E. Steels Corners Road
P.O. Box 1649
Stow, OH 44224-0649
330-928-5188
800-327-8649
Fax: 330-928-8726
Email: customerservice@struktol.com
www.struktol.com/plastics
The Struktol approach to the plastics
additive business is by no means typical or
ordinary. Chemistry is at the heart of
everything we do. Providing Intelligent
Additive Solutions for plastic resins and
compounds, Struktol products are designed
to meet the challenges and exacting
demands of our customers. Our technical
specialists, R&D chemists and compound
laboratory are dedicated to creating
innovative solutions for the ever-changing
plastics industry solutions that keep you
ahead of your competition with increased
productivity, better quality parts and lower
overall cost. In addition to premium product
performance, Struktol Customer Service
initiatives have become the
industry benchmark.
Struktol Canada, Limited
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Canada M1B 3S4
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