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Virdis Chemicals Ltd
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VirdiOX™ P
Desiccant and acid scavenger used in elastomer compound mainly EPDM. It consist ultra-fine particles of calcium oxide treated with dispersing agent.Benefits:It gives excellent mixing and dispersionIt prevents bubbles and surface imperfections in finished productComplies with FDA 21 CFR 184.1210 and EU 10/2011 regulation
VirdiOX™ GRAN
Acid scavenger and dessicant suitable for rubber and elastomers such as EPDM and silicone. It is used in automotive such as sealing systems, hoses and gaiters and construction including rubber flooring and roofing. It is also suitable for extrusions and in continuous pressure-less vulcanization methods (e.g. UHF, LCM or Hot-Air Vulcanization). Shelf life: 12 months.Benefits:It consists of ultra-fine particles of calcium oxide powder bound in a wax/oil granuleNeutralizes free acid and prevent corrosive impact on metal partsIt gives excellent mixing and dispersionIt is supplied in low-melt sachets for easy dosingDust-free
VirdiOX™ MB
Acid scavenger & dessicant used in rubber and elastomers such as EPDM and silicone. It is suitable for automotive such as sealing systems, hoses and gaiters and construction including rubber flooring and roofing. Shelf life: 24 months.Benefits:It is a masterbatch consisting of ultra-fine particles of calcium oxide powder bound in EPDMIt is suitable for extrusions and in continuous pressure-less vulcanization methods (e.g. UHF, LCM or Hot-Air Vulcanization)Neutralizes free acid and prevent corrosive impact on metal partsIt gives excellent mixing and dispersion
VirdiDM™ Premium
VirdiDM™ Premium is a moisture absorber masterbatch for processes use regrind and re-granulate. Shelf life: 12 months.Benefits:Contains 80% of filler dispersed in polyethylene (PE)Provides improved visual quality, mechanical properties of a final plastic granulate and plastic finished goodReduces production costRemoves moisture and acidic impurities during production using LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, PP, PS and ABSTypical Applications:Suitable for recycling, compounding, pipe, profile & film blown extrusion, blow molding and wood plastic composites. Recommended for very thin film and foil applications.
