Q: Can TPE be recycled?

Answer: Yes, TPEs are fully recyclable. During recycling, TPE can be ground down, re-melted and reprocessed without significant degradation of its properties. This process allows TPEs to be reused in various applications, contributing to a circular economy.

Q: What are the advantages of using TPE over traditional rubber?

Answer: TPEs offer several technical advantages: Processing: TPEs can be processed using standard thermoplastic equipment such as injection molding and extrusion. Processes have shorter cycle times and reduced energy consumption compared to thermoset rubber. Recyclability: Unlike thermoset rubbers, TPEs can be re-melted and reprocessed. Ability of reducing waste and makes TPEs more sustainable. Design Flexibility: TPEs can be easily colored, filled, and blended to achieve specific properties. TPEs can be co-molded with other thermoplastics to create multi-material components. Performance: TPEs maintain their elastomeric properties over a wide temperature range, offering good flexibility, impact resistance and weatherability

Q: What are Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)?

Answer: Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) are a class of polymers that combine the characteristics of rubber with the processing advantages of plastics. TPEs are soft, flexible. They can be stretched repeatedly without permanent deformation. This makes them ideal for various applications. Unlike thermoset elastomers, TPEs can be processed like plastics and re-melted for recycling, which makes them highly versatile and environmentally friendly.

Q: What certifications do your TPE products hold?

Answer: Our TPE products comply with various international standards, depending on the application: ISO 9001/14001: For quality and environmental management systems. REACH and RoHS: For chemical safety and hazardous substance restrictions in the European Union. FCA : Food contact applications. UL (Underwriters Laboratories): For flammability and electrical insulation in electronics applications.

Q: What is the difference between TPE, TPU and TPV?

Answer: TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer): A general term for materials that exhibit both thermoplastic and elastomeric properties. TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane): A specific type of TPE known for its excellent elasticity, mechanical strength and resistance to oil, chemicals, and abrasion. They often used in applications requiring high performance. TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanizate): A type of TPE where the elastomeric phase is vulcanized during processing. This results in a material that behaves more like rubber but can still be processed like a thermoplastic.

Q: What is the typical application process for TPE materials?

Answer: TPE materials can be processed using standard thermoplastic processing methods, including: Injection Molding: Ideal for creating complex shapes with tight tolerances. Extrusion: Used for continuous profiles like tubing, seals and gaskets. Blow Molding: Suitable for hollow parts like bottles and containers. Overmolding: Involves molding TPE over another material, often used for grips and soft-touch surfaces, providing both functionality and aesthetics.

Q: What types of Thermoplastic Elastomers does Ravago Petrokimya produce?

Answer: Our portfolio includes several types of TPEs: Styrene-Ethylene-Butylene-Styrene (SEBS): A hydrogenated form of SBS, SEBS offers excellent UV, ozone, and heat resistance, making it ideal for outdoor applications. It also provides superior flexibility, low-temperature performance, and aging properties. Please check TPE product page for details. Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS): A block copolymer that combines the properties of rubber and plastic, SBS offers excellent elasticity, tensile strength, and is widely used in applications requiring flexibility and durability, such as adhesives, sealants, and coatings. Please check TPE product page for details. Thermoplastic Vulcanizates (TPV): Dynamically vulcanized blends of EPDM rubber and a thermoplastic matrix like polypropylene, TPVs combine the elasticity of rubber with the recyclability and processing ease of thermoplastics, ideal for automotive seals and gaskets. Please check TPE product page for details. Thermoplastic Polyolefins (TPO): A blend of polypropylene and ethylene-propylene rubber, TPOs offer excellent impact resistance, flexibility, and are commonly used in automotive parts and roofing membranes. Please check TPE product page for details. Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU): Known for their high abrasion resistance, flexibility and durability, TPUs are widely used in demanding applications such as footwear, hoses and cable jackets. Please check TPU product page for details.

Question 1

Can TPE be recycled?

Accepted Answer

Answer: Yes, TPEs are fully recyclable. During recycling, TPE can be ground down, re-melted and reprocessed without significant degradation of its properties. This process allows TPEs to be reused in various applications, contributing to a circular economy.

Question 2

What are the advantages of using TPE over traditional rubber?

Accepted Answer

Answer: TPEs offer several technical advantages:

Processing: TPEs can be processed using standard thermoplastic equipment such as injection molding and extrusion. Processes have shorter cycle times and reduced energy consumption compared to thermoset rubber.

Recyclability: Unlike thermoset rubbers, TPEs can be re-melted and reprocessed. Ability of reducing waste and makes TPEs more sustainable.

Design Flexibility: TPEs can be easily colored, filled, and blended to achieve specific properties. TPEs can be co-molded with other thermoplastics to create multi-material components.

Performance: TPEs maintain their elastomeric properties over a wide temperature range, offering good flexibility, impact resistance and weatherability

Question 3

What are Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)?

Accepted Answer

Answer: Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) are a class of polymers that combine the characteristics of rubber with the processing advantages of plastics. TPEs are soft, flexible. They can be stretched repeatedly without permanent deformation. This makes them ideal for various applications. Unlike thermoset elastomers, TPEs can be processed like plastics and re-melted for recycling, which makes them highly versatile and environmentally friendly.

Question 4

What certifications do your TPE products hold?

Accepted Answer

Answer: Our TPE products comply with various international standards, depending on the application:

ISO 9001/14001: For quality and environmental management systems.
REACH and RoHS: For chemical safety and hazardous substance restrictions in the European Union.
FCA : Food contact applications.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories): For flammability and electrical insulation in electronics applications.

Question 5

What is the difference between TPE, TPU and TPV?

Accepted Answer

Answer:

TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer): A general term for materials that exhibit both thermoplastic and elastomeric properties.
TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane): A specific type of TPE known for its excellent elasticity, mechanical strength and resistance to oil, chemicals, and abrasion. They often used in applications requiring high performance.
TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanizate): A type of TPE where the elastomeric phase is vulcanized during processing. This results in a material that behaves more like rubber but can still be processed like a thermoplastic.

Question 6

What is the typical application process for TPE materials?

Accepted Answer

Answer: TPE materials can be processed using standard thermoplastic processing methods, including:

Injection Molding: Ideal for creating complex shapes with tight tolerances.
Extrusion: Used for continuous profiles like tubing, seals and gaskets.
Blow Molding: Suitable for hollow parts like bottles and containers.
Overmolding: Involves molding TPE over another material, often used for grips and soft-touch surfaces, providing both functionality and aesthetics.

Question 7

What types of Thermoplastic Elastomers does Ravago Petrokimya produce?

Accepted Answer

Answer: Our portfolio includes several types of TPEs:

Styrene-Ethylene-Butylene-Styrene (SEBS): A hydrogenated form of SBS, SEBS offers excellent UV, ozone, and heat resistance, making it ideal for outdoor applications. It also provides superior flexibility, low-temperature performance, and aging properties. Please check TPE product page for details.

Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS): A block copolymer that combines the properties of rubber and plastic, SBS offers excellent elasticity, tensile strength, and is widely used in applications requiring flexibility and durability, such as adhesives, sealants, and coatings. Please check TPE product page for details.

Thermoplastic Vulcanizates (TPV): Dynamically vulcanized blends of EPDM rubber and a thermoplastic matrix like polypropylene, TPVs combine the elasticity of rubber with the recyclability and processing ease of thermoplastics, ideal for automotive seals and gaskets. Please check TPE product page for details.

Thermoplastic Polyolefins (TPO): A blend of polypropylene and ethylene-propylene rubber, TPOs offer excellent impact resistance, flexibility, and are commonly used in automotive parts and roofing membranes. Please check TPE product page for details.

Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU): Known for their high abrasion resistance, flexibility and durability, TPUs are widely used in demanding applications such as footwear, hoses and cable jackets. Please check TPU product page for details.

Ravago Thermoplastic Elastomers
TPE

Manufacturer of
TPV , SEBS, SBS, TPO Compounds

About Ravago Thermoplastic Elastomers

Dynamically vulcanized ethylene/propylene/diene (EPDM) and polypropylene (PP) blends

Based on saturated styrenic block copolymer SEBS (styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene) and polyolefins mainly polypropylene (PP)

Unsaturated styrenic block copolymer, SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) based compounds

TPO compounds are resin blends of polypropylene (PP) and un-crosslinked EPDM rubber and polyethylene.

Automotive

Construction

Consumer Goods

White Goods

Wire and Cable

As Ravago TPE, we are committed to driving innovation, sustainability and customer satisfaction.

Can TPE be recycled?

What are the advantages of using TPE over traditional rubber?

What are Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)?

What certifications do your TPE products hold?

What is the difference between TPE, TPU and TPV?

What is the typical application process for TPE materials?

What types of Thermoplastic Elastomers does Ravago Petrokimya produce?

Ravago Thermoplastic Elastomers TPE Manufacturer of TPV , SEBS, SBS, TPO Compounds

About Ravago Thermoplastic Elastomers

Dynamically vulcanized ethylene/propylene/diene (EPDM) and polypropylene (PP) blends

Based on saturated styrenic block copolymer SEBS (styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene) and polyolefins mainly polypropylene (PP)

Unsaturated styrenic block copolymer, SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) based compounds

TPO compounds are resin blends of polypropylene (PP) and un-crosslinked EPDM rubber and polyethylene.

Automotive

Construction

Consumer Goods

White Goods

Wire and Cable

As Ravago TPE, we are committed to driving innovation, sustainability and customer satisfaction.

Can TPE be recycled?

What are the advantages of using TPE over traditional rubber?

What are Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)?

What certifications do your TPE products hold?

What is the difference between TPE, TPU and TPV?

What is the typical application process for TPE materials?

What types of Thermoplastic Elastomers does Ravago Petrokimya produce?

Ravago Thermoplastic Elastomers
TPE

Manufacturer of
TPV , SEBS, SBS, TPO Compounds