Extrusion International 5-2022

27 Extrusion International 5/2022 NewMulti-Purpose TPV with 25%Recycled Content  Sarlink ® thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs) are the pre - mier choice for critical applications that require superior elasticity and long-term performance, like extruded seals and hoses or molded gaskets. Sarlink TPVs have steadily been replacing thermoset rubber, like EPDM, in sealing ap- plications due to improvements in processing, design, and weight reduction. In addition, unlike EPDM rubber, Sarlink TPVs are recyclable, both in-process or at the end of the product’s life cycle. Teknor Apex introduces the latest in - novation in the Sarlink portfolio. The new grade, Sarlink ® R2 3180B, is based on the exist - ing Sarlink ® 3180B technology, but incorporates 25% Post- Industrial Recycled (PIR) content. This is a pre-colored black, high-durometer multi-purpose TPV, that is essentially the functional equivalent of its virgin counterpart in terms of processing and performance. Sarlink ® TPVs in general have faster cycle times or throughput rates versus competitive TPV products on the market, and the addition of recycled content has proven to maintain this advantage during pro- cessing trials. The unique use of PIR content versus Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content provides for a cleaner, more con- sistent raw material stream that can be used for extrusion processes without issue. Teknor Apex treats recycled feed - stocks like prime raw materials, and they are subject to the same quality assurance testing and must meet relevant specifications for use. The use of recycled content helps to promote a circular economy while decreasing reliance on virgin fossil-based resources and energy. This allows brands to meet consumer and regulatory demands for enhanced sustainability of their products and contributes toward a lower carbon footprint by avoiding the impacts of manu- facturing virgin petroleum-based materials. The Sarlink R2 3180B is just first TPV with sustainable content to launch, but softer grades and more specialty TPV formulations con - taining sustainable content are currently under develop- ment, to be released later this year. Sarlink ® TPVs are manufactured according to the stan - dards of ISO-9001 in the USA, Singapore, and Belgium with strict formulation control and traceability. Teknor Apex Gruppe www.teknorapex.com The new Sarlink ® R2 3180B TPV with 25% recycled content is a multi- purpose TPV containing high-quality Post-Industrial Recycled (PIR) content and processes and performs like its virgin counterpart