31 July 2014
Details
Through an innovative collaboration,
Eastman Chemical
Company, a raw materials provider, and
Helian Polymers,
a leader in the masterbatch and biopolymer industry,
will introduce a new low-odor, styrene-free
3D printing solution at the 3D Printshow
in London, Sept. 4 to 6.
Alex Dudal,
Market Development Representative,
Eastman Chemical Company.
“3D printing is a fast-growing technology
that’s ushering in a new era of manufacturing for
* health care,
* transportation and
* other high-profile industries,”
“This new, proprietary polymer will bring excellent strength,
workability, processing, low odor and
aesthetics to 3D printed products.”
Eastman and Helian’s new offering will provide
makers of 3D filaments with a consistent, high-quality
product. It will ensure the efficacy of 3D printers,
protecting manufacturers’ brand reputations.
Finally, it will empower consumers to
create strong, functional 3D products through desktop printing.
Helian Polymers produces 3D printing filaments,
under the brand name
in a variety of formulations.
The collaboration between Eastman and Helian
has resulted in a formulation with
toughness, brilliance and temperature resistance.
Ruud Rouleaux,
Managing Director, Helian Polymers.
“We are very glad to be working with Eastman on this project,”
“This new offering will open a huge window of opportunity
to the 3D printing industry.”
WWW.CHEMWINFO.COM BY KHUN PHICHAI