Press Releases

New TCI products and technology developments are continually recognized by industrial magazines worldwide. The following are some press releases found in these publications.

Flexible, all-PTFE release sheeting is reusable for presses, molds, and trays

A flexible and reusable 100% PTFE release liner with tear and crack resistance that will conform to industrial presses, trays, and molds is being introduced by Textiles Coated International of Amherst, New Hampshire.

The LFP™ 2100 series is TCI's new all-PTFE release sheeting that offers improvement over other release sheeting alternatives like PTFE-coated fiberglass because it does not contain a limiting reinforcement material. LFP will not be chemically attacked, operates at temperatures up to 500°F, and has the mechanical capability to last in severe flexing and handling.

The LFP product is offered in several colors and sizes from 0.009"to 0.060"thick and up to 60"wide, depending upon thickness. The product can also be made conductive and heat-sealed or molded into numerous shapes.

A 0.06"thick LFP release liner has a tear strength better than 300 lbs. and is capable of flexing for over 4.5 million cycles with a 25 lbs./in load. The product is priced at 0.40/ft²/.001"of thickness. Literature and samples are available upon request.

PTFE Flexible Ducting

A new proprietary, flexible ducting material that resists chemical attack and will not contaminate flow is being introduced by Textiles Coated International (TCI) (Amherst, New Hampshire). CHEMDUIT is a two-ply laminate that encapsulates a rugged steel spring with LFP™ Industrial Product. Makers of LFP claim the material has tear resistance and flexing capabilities while maintaining zero porosity. TCI suggests applications in clean room facilities and challenging chemical environments. Literature and samples are available upon request.

Flexible, 100% PTFE tank lining material eliminates concern for chemical attack

LFP™ is a new flexible tank lining material made entirely of PTFE and rated for a constant temperature of 500°F. Unique tear strength and flexing capability allow this all-PTFE material to function in severe chemical and mechanical environments at extreme temperatures without requiring bonding to the tank walls. An LFP liner, which can be fabricated, molded and vacuum-formed into most shapes and sizes, will make existing tanks corrosion and leak free. Liners made with this proprietary material can make any rigid-wall tank compliant to federal standards and can be a cost-effective alternative to a solid, corrosion-free replacement tank. LFP can be customized with flanges, nozzles, and attachments. Conductivity, colors, and thickness can also be adjusted to suit the application.

100% PTFE flexible ducting

CHEMDUIT/P™ is a flexible ducting product made entirely of PTFE and rated for a constant temperature of 500°F. The 100% PTFE material is made using an external PTFE coil. The result is a flexible, non-porous, non-flammable product that can be made cost-effectively to suit applications so corrosive that only all-PTFE materials can be used. This product also has excellent elasticity because of the PTFE coil, and can be used in positive and negative pressures regardless of the duration and severity of chemical exposure. Most diameters, lengths, and colors are available. Flanges, cuffs and transition pieces of PTFE are easily sealed in this new flexible duct to provide a proper, leak-proof fitting. CHEMDUIT/P can also be customized. Literature and samples are available upon request.

New expansion joint material engineered for flue gas service

Textiles Coated International has designed a new flexible expansion joint material for flue gas systems. By laminating a thick, all-PTFE lining called LFP™ with a flexible PTFE/fiberglass composite, a product line called TEX-LFP™ has been created to address all corrosion concerns for fabric expansion joint materials in flue gas desulfurization systems.

Laminated expansion joint materials have typically used PTFE chemical barriers no thicker than 4 mils because of the tendency for the film to crack in greater thicknesses. The TEX-LFP line, with crack-resistant and multidirectional LFP linings that vary in thickness from 9 to 30 mils to match the severity of corrosion, gives expansion joint manufacturers breakthrough options to prevent chemical attack and damage from industrial use. Literature and samples are available upon request.

100% PTFE liners for 55-gallon drums and other industrial containers

LFP™ Liners are made entirely of PTFE and are available for many styles of containers, including 55 gallon and 30 gallon drums. The leak tight molded design withstands virtually all chemicals and is rated for temperatures as high as 550°F.

The excellent release properties of the PTFE material allows for easy cleaning of the liner. The all-PTFE liner is reusable because the material will not be degraded by chemical exposure. If a liner does become damaged from a cut, a repair can be performed that will restore the liner to its original strength and leak tight properties.

LFP Liners are available in many different colors and in thicknesses ranging from 0.009"-0.060". There is also a black conductive style for anti-static applications.

The insertion of LFP Liners is an easy and quick process. The drum liners fold securely over the edge of the container, holding the liners in place. Customizable attachments, such as flanges and nozzles, are available as well.

All-PTFE Flange Guard Allows Visual Detection of Leakage Throughout

A new flexible flange guard made entirely of PTFE allows visual detection of leakage across the entire flange or expansion joint to the pipe. The LFP Spray Shield deflects harmful spray-out if leakage occurs at the flange or expansion joint. In a translucent continuous one-piece design, the LFP Spray Shield avoids typical sewed seams that can become tear lines when hit with the force of fluid impingement. In addition, the one-piece design allows full visual detection of leakage across the entire shield, allowing for inspection around the bolts and pipe.

Since the LFP Spray Shield is all-PTFE, the product will not be degraded by chemical exposure or challenging industrial environments. This will ensure that in the event of a leakage, complete strength of the material will be retained to deflect spray.

The material is non-contaminating and is compatible with all environments, eliminating the need to reference chemical compatibility charts and the restocking of different spray shield products. LFP Spray Shields are reusable and can be used in a temperature range of -100ºF (-73ºC) to 500ºF (260ºC).

A PTFE cord is used as a drawstring to easily secure the spray shield around the flange. Available in any dimension to suit an application, LFP Spray Shields can be customized further with drainage nipples and labeling.

New PTFE flexible ducting product dramatically reduces concern for fire in clean room service

Chemduit™ is a non-flammable flexible ducting product designed for corrosive exposure in a clean room or other challenging environment. Chemduit™ has outstanding fire resistance, exceeding the requirements for: FM 4910, ASTM E-84, UL-723, and UBC 8-1. Two plies of a new all-PTFE material with excellent mechanical capability surround a steel coil. The media traveling through the duct comes in contact only with PTFE, a surface that is chemically inert and rated for temperatures as high as 550°F.

The Chemduit™ product is non-contaminating and can be used in positive and negative pressures. Numerous leak-proof fittings can be used with the product to suit your application. Most diameters, lengths, and colors are available and it can also be customized in conductivity, thickness, abrasion-resistance and flexibility properties.