Huntsman has developed a new thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 HR with improved textile properties. The TPU is the latest addition to a well-established family of elastomer products from Huntsman, renowned for their performance in a diverse range of industrial and consumer applications.
Regarding textile lamination, IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 HR TPU is an excellent material for creating a waterproof, breathable film in rugged performance apparel (including gloves and footwear). Blown to create an extremely thin layer, which is then added to fabrics, IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 HR TPU provides the protective properties needed to create high-performance outdoor garments. Adhering well to different fabrics, IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 HR TPU can aid the stretch and recovery of the materials it is used. The nature of the grade also means the resulting films can be engineered to have different surface finishes, including gloss, smooth and matte effects.
Trent Shidaker, Global Marketing Director – Elastomers at Huntsman, said: “IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 HR TPU is a highly versatile and durable elastomer. Soft to the touch, it is ideal for apparel applications that need to stay in contact with the wearer for hours at a time. However, it is also strong enough to use municipal and industrial hoses that perform under the toughest conditions. Applying its development expertise, our elastomers team has enhanced the processing properties of IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 HR TPU, without compromising the key performance attributes expected of products in this range – namely excellent hydrolytic resistance; fantastic wear performance; and microbial resistance. The result is an elastomer that can enable manufacturers to work more efficiently, cut waste, and create longer-lasting products, a compelling proposition for the markets we serve.”
