Eastman opens TPE application centre

Eastman Chemical Company announced the opening of its thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) application development centre. The new facility will allow Eastman to combine its portfolio of high-performance additives and specialty polymers with its technical expertise to help compounders, component manufacturers and OEMs develop solutions for exciting new TPE applications. It will also help Eastman develop novel blends based on its unique line of Eastman copolyester elastomers. Outfitted with state-of the-art compounding equipment, including single screw and twin screw extruders, a two roll mill, film extrusion (with the capability to co-extrude up to 5 layer films) and injection moulding capabilities, the facility will enable component manufacturers and OEMs to develop and test their products with the help and guidance of Eastman experts. www.eastman.comAir Force High