New High Performance ETFEs for Fuel Lines Provide Superior

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New High Performance ETFEs for Fuel Lines
Provide Superior Chemical Barrier and Outstanding Conductivity
AGC introduces new Fluon® adhesive ETFEs at
ITB Automotive Energy Storage Systems Conference
EXTON, Pa., March 2, 2015 – AGC Chemicals Americas Inc. will introduce its new line of
Fluon® AH-ETFE compounds for the automotive industry
at the ITB Automotive Energy Storage Systems
Conference, March 4-5 in Novi, Michigan. Fluon ETFE
AH-600, 700 and 800 series of products are ideal for
constructions that require unsurpassed conductivity
levels, chemical resistance, permeation resistance and
protection against static build-up. When manufactured with Fluon AH-ETFE, fuel system
components such as liquid lines, vapor lines, fuel tanks and filler necks exhibit outstanding
performance in any construction.
Fluon ETFE is a melt processable copolymer of tetrafluoroethylene and ethylene. The AH600 series produces a lower melting compound that offers customers a wider process
window and better compatibility with polyimide nylons for co-extrusion. The AH-700 series
of products balances performance and economics. The AH-800 series of products has a
higher upper-end temperature rating (approaching 200°C) and improved resistance to
stress cracks at elevated temperatures.
“We are pleased to provide customers with this next generation of adhesive compounds
that contribute to improved performance, extended life and exceptional mechanical
strength,” said Drew D’Agosta, senior business manager at AGC Chemicals Americas.
“These products come from a history of material science solutions with proven results.
The target market for these products is not only automotive applications, but chemical or
industrial operations as well.”
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About the ITB Group
The ITB Group develops actionable solutions for a variety of clients in the global
automotive marketplace including suppliers, OEMs and investment bankers. Its 16th annual
technical conference focuses on the latest developments that are shaping automotive fuel
systems, components and alternative energy storage systems. For more information, visit
http://www.itbgroup.com/automotive-energy-storage-systems-2015-2/.
About AGC Chemicals Americas Inc.
AGC Chemicals Americas Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Asahi Glass Company Ltd.,
a $13 billion multinational corporation and one of the world’s largest manufacturers of
glass, electronic displays and chemical products. The company was formed in 2004
through the merging of sister companies Asahi Glass Fluoropolymers USA and AGA
Chemicals. Headquartered in Exton, Pa., AGC Chemicals Americas maintains
manufacturing operations in nearby Thorndale, Pa., and warehouses located throughout
North America. www.agcchem.com
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