Functional Additives

Why Choose Expanded Polymeric Microspheres

Posted by Chase Corp Editor on Aug 23, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Expanded Polymeric Microspheres are unique lightweight, hollow microspheres. These low-density microspheres are recommended for evaluation as lightweight…

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Topics: Polymeric Microspheres, Expanded Microspheres

What Are Microspheres?

Posted by Mark Elve on Jun 15, 2021 2:00:00 PM

As the name suggests, microspheres (sometimes referred to as microballoons) are microscopic lightweight fillers that can be created from various natural…

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Topics: Micrsopheres, Polymeric Microspheres, Solid Glass Microspheres, Hollow Glass Microspheres

Not All Microspheres Are Created Equal

Posted by Mark Elve on Mar 24, 2021 2:47:59 PM

There are several types of microspheres available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages depending on what you are trying to accomplish.

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Topics: Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres, Expanded Microspheres, Solid Glass Microspheres, Hollow Glass Microspheres, Cenospheres (Fly Ash)

Polymeric Microspheres: A High-Performance Substitute for Chemical Blowing Agents

Posted by Chase Corp Editor on Dec 18, 2020 10:00:00 AM

Physical or chemical blowing agents are used in the manufacture of foams. Physical agents are compressed gases and volatile liquids such as N2, CO2,…

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Topics: Micrsopheres, Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres, Expanded Microspheres, Chemical Blowing Agents

Improve structure & properties with Polymeric Microspheres

Posted by Mark Elve on Aug 26, 2020 2:57:37 PM

Polymeric Microspheres provide unique physical characteristics and properties in a variety of products. The following is a list of a applications and the…

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Topics: Micrsopheres, Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres, Expanded Microspheres, Unexpanded Microspheres

Dualite® Microspheres: What are they and how to use them?

Posted by Mark Elve on Mar 18, 2020 3:00:00 PM

Dualite microspheres are hollow polymeric microspheres containing  a hydrocarbon core such as isobutane and isopentane. 

We supply 2 types of microspheres:

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Topics: Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres, Expanded Microspheres, Unexpanded Microspheres

The Use and Incorporation of Polymeric Microspheres

Posted by Mark Elve on Nov 19, 2019 10:14:19 AM

The Use of Microspheres

The primary benefits of using microspheres are weight reduction and cost reduction. The cost reduction is based on the microsphere…

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Topics: Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres, Expanded Microspheres, Unexpanded Microspheres, Master Batch

Understand the Thermal Compatibility of Polymeric Microspheres

Posted by Mark Elve on Sep 16, 2019 11:31:00 AM

By understanding the Thermal Compatibility of Polymeric Microspheres, it will help guide you in testing them in your formulas.  

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Topics: Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres, Thermal Compatibility

Get the Right Mix of Microspheres & Solvents in Your Formula

Posted by Mark Elve on Jun 17, 2019 10:19:48 AM

Do you have problems or concerns using polymeric microspheres in certain solvents and are not sure which microspheres to choose? Making the wrong choice…

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Topics: Polymeric Microspheres, Chemical Intermediates, Solvents

10 reasons Why Polymeric Microspheres Add Value to the Composite Industry

Posted by Mark Elve on Sep 26, 2018 10:00:00 AM

The composite industry is highly competitive and wrestles with a number of variables in production. Examples are long exotherms and surface roll-out…

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Topics: Micrsopheres, Dualite, Polymeric Microspheres