Hordamer PE02

Hordamer PE02 is a primary polyethylene dispersion to formulate release agents for metal die casting. It improves surface protection in aqueous care products and adhesive strength in emulsion adhesives. It is an anti-caking additive for thermoplastics and hot-melt adhesives. Hordamer PE 02 is recommended for the formulation of aqueous mould release agents that are used in aluminium die casting. The product enables the thorough wetting of the mould at high temperatures, excellent film formation and outstanding adhesion to the mould surface. The mould is protected from damage and the surface quality of the finished mouldings is excellent. Hordamer PE 02 is used as an anti-caking additive in the manufacture of hot-melt adhesives during underwater pelletising to obtain free-flowing and non-sticking granulated material. It is directly added to the cooling water and, therefore, is dust-free and easy to handle. Hordamer PE 02 improves the adhesive properties of aqueous emulsion adhesives intended for packaging. In the bonding of film laminated surfaces using paper or cardboard, Hordamer PE 02 improves adhesion on the side facing the film. Adhesion is particularly enhanced on films made of oriented polypropylene (OPP), bi-axially oriented PP (BOPP) and, in some cases, also polyethylene (PE). The product has good adhesion properties also at low temperatures. Hordamer PE 02 prevents yellowing when storing bonded systems at higher temperatures. It is a part of the binder in these applications, which is why it is added in greater quantities. In care products and polishes, Hordamer PE 02 is compatible with all known polymer dispersions and plasticisers. The product provides good protection against heel marks (foot traffic resistance), reduces dirt pick-up and has a satisfactory filling capacity. Blending Hordamer PE 02 with polymers using a ratio of 3:1 (solid wax on solid polymer) particularly improves the filling capacity and the dirt repellent effect. A mixing ratio of 1:6 increases the water- and alcohol-resistance, the scuff-resistance and the foot traffic resistance.