RTP Company, a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics, has announced the acquisition of the patents for anti-scratch additives from TenasiTech. The transaction, completed in September 2020, encompasses the nanoparticle technology patents.
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RTP Company acquires patents for anti-scratch additives
Scott Koberna, General Manager, Wear and Friction at RTP Company, said: “The base technology greatly improves scratch and mar resistance in injection moulded thermoplastics, delivering best-in-class performance. We are very excited to include this technology in our expansive Surface Protection portfolio of materials.”
Damage from scratch or mar can occur on the surface of a plastic part during manufacturing, assembly, packaging, shipping, or product use. To protect the aesthetic value of the part, moulders and manufacturers often turn to costly secondary processes like special protective packaging, coatings or painting.
Surface Protection Compounds from RTP Company have the scratch resistance and the depth of colour required to potentially eliminate the need for these secondary processes, thereby reducing costs, improving aesthetics, and enhancing perceived value of the part. This is particularly helpful for automotive interior and exterior components, consumer products, appliances, and consumer or medical electronics housings.
Koberna added: “Our initial integration of the nanoparticle technology will be in polyamide, acrylic, and polyester resin systems. We will offer clear grades, and can achieve many colours, including the coveted ‘Piano Black’ hue. Following that, we’ll explore the use of anti-scratch technology for additional thermoplastic polymers and thermoplastic solid coatings, solvent and water-based coatings, and sheet and film extrusion.”
The company is planning a commercial launch of its TenasiTech Surface Protection portfolio in 2021.