Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) is a flexible, rubber-like material that acts like plastic. This material is a true thermoplastic that does not require curing or curing. Thermoplastic elastomers are processed using a variety of plastic manufacturing equipment such as injection molding, extrusion and blow molding. A thermoplastic elastomer can be used in further processes such as overmolding and two-shot molding, and can also be subjected to secondary processes such as welding and bonding to various materials. Thermoplastic elastomers offer part design flexibility and ease of bonding to other thermoplastic surfaces.
Thermoplastic elastomers are used today in products such as consumer goods, medical equipment, power tools, household goods, shoe soles and motorcycle handles. These materials are tear resistant, yet soft to the touch. TPE materials are especially useful in automotive applications with their noise reduction and vibration dampening properties. Designers are increasingly using these materials, thanks to their ability to be machined into plastics, resulting in significant cost savings.
Today, special thermoplastic elastomer compounds are produced for applications that come into direct or indirect contact with drinking water. This material is used to ensure that the quality of the water does not deteriorate due to undesirable odours, colors or tastes while it reaches the taps. This material also helps to protect the water from any microbial contamination in the pipes.
Thermoplastic elastomer compounds designed to come into contact with drinking water meet the relevant regulatory requirements and have been tested and approved according to the guidelines for the hygienic evaluation of organic materials in contact with drinking water for cold and warm water (between 23-60 degrees).
At the same time, thermoplastic elastomer compounds are free of microbial growth without the use of biocides and undergo the necessary tests to determine microbial growth on non-metallic materials intended for use in drinking water systems. Typical applications for thermoplastic elastomer compounds include plumbing seals, pipe fittings and shower heads.
Our organization also provides drinking water contact compatibility testing services for TPE materials, with its trained and expert staff and advanced technological equipment, among the numerous test, measurement, analysis and evaluation studies it provides for businesses in various sectors.
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