A series of High Performance polyurethanes formulated for producing durable parts with extremely high elongation (356 – 800%) and tear strengths (130 – 325 pli) was introduced today by Innovative Polymers, Inc. The Shore A hardness elastomers exhibit outstanding resistance to gouging, cutting and abrasion as well as chemical and solvent exposure. The polyester polyol-based materials are ideal for casting amusement/ theme park ride components, oil/gas and mining equipment, and parts for the paper, printing and welding industries.

Polyurethanes have been preferred by modelmakers and prototypers for fast reproduction of new design concepts for many years. As new elastomers have been introduced with an ever improving range of processing and physical performance characteristics, applications have expanded. Today, polyurethanes can be demolded faster than ever before and exhibit properties including high heat deflection temperatures, good Izod impact strength, and excellent flexural strength. Some of the materials are tough enough to mold automotive parts for under-hood testing while others have UL 94 V-O ratings for medical and electronics housings. Water-clear products produce polishable automotive lenses and ABS-like systems are tough enough to mold furniture.