PROPERTIES for SOLUTIONS

Airehide®

Thermal Insulation

Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) has a standard R-Value of 4.0/inch of thickness. This meets insulation requirements for food service, heating and cooling, along with cold chain solutions.

Vibration Dampening

Good vibration dampening and even isolation can be readily achieved with Airehide® materials. This is highly application specific engineered on an ad hoc basis.

Reduction Savings

Due to its lightweight particles, Airehide® solutions remove weight from component housings by replacing the mounting surfaces. Airehide® provides excellent fastening and mounting capabilities thus reducing assembly times and number of components. Seat assemblies in automobiles have reduced the weight by over 15 lbs for example.

Sound Solutions

Airehide® (PEPP) provides both absorption and transmission reductions in sound. By replacing metal housings in HVAC devices, Airehide® becomes the noise suppressor of choice.

Chemical Resistant Properties:

Very good chemical resistance overall, with resiliency against acids and alkalines, solvents, grease, oil, etc. A comprehensive guide to chemical resistance is published and available.

Ultraviolet Radiation Resistance:

Good UV resistance for most applications. Long-term exposure primarily affects surface color while some embrittlement, chalking and crazing can occur depending on exposure levels and durations. Data is published and available

Humidity and Water Resistance:

Good resistance to humidity and water exposure. Typical water absorption is 0.1% to 0.3% by volume after 24 hours submersion and 0.6% after 1 week. See property data for more detail.

EPP Flame Retardant Properties:

EPP Electrical Properties:

Standard EPP
- Surface Resistivity: >1 x 10ˆ14 ohms/square
Specialty Anti-Stat Grades Available
- Surface Resistivity: >10 x 10ˆ12 ohms/square o Surface Resistivity: >10 x 10ˆ7 ohms/square

Environmental