Polymers and Petrochemicals
Petrochemicals are derived from various chemical compounds, mainly from hydrocarbons. These hydrocarbons are derived from crude oil and natural gas. Among the various fractions produced by distillation of crude oil, naphtha, petroleum gases,kerosene and gas oil are the main feedstocks for petrochemical industry. Petrochemical industry plays a vital role in economic growth and development of manufacturing sector. Ethane, propane and natural gas liquids obtained from natural gas are the other important feedstock used in the Petrochemicals industry. The value addition in the petrochemicals industry is higher than most of the other industry sectors.
Some chemical compounds made from petroleum are also obtained from other fossil fuels, such as coal or natural gas, or renewable sources such as palm fruit or sugar cane, corn etc.
Polymers And Petrochemicals Are Further Categories As :
- Polyethylene: HDPE, LDPE & LLDPE
- Polypropylene: Homopolymer, Copolymer & Random Copolymer
- Polyvinyl Chloride: Emulsion, Suspension Paste & Resin
- Polystyrene: EPS, HIPS & GPPS PET: Fibre, Bottle & Film Rubber: SBR, PBR, Latex, EVA & Melamine Rubber Chemicals: MEG, PTA, Bitumen, Furnace Oil
Polyethylene
Polyethylene (PE) - High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Polyethylene (popularly called polythene) is a translucent and flexible thermoplastic resin with excellent chemical resistance. It is among the lightest plastics and is easily distinguishable from other plastics because it floats in water. It is widely used as a film by itself or applied to printing paper to provide finish, strength and moisture resistance. It is used for diverse applications such as packaging films, milk and water bottles, food containers, and children's toys.
Properties:It Offers The Following Advantages:
- Chemical resistance: Makes its application possible between -40°C to 100°C
- Thermal resistance: Suitable for transport of waste material and water
- Impact resistance: Unbreakable at temperatures greater than 5°C
- Insulating: Non-conductive
- Elastic Suitable for underground pipes
- Smooth Internal Wall: Poses a low blockage risk due to low residue effects
- Wear resistance: Long durability therefore low cost of ownership
- Environmentally friendly: Non-toxic and recyclable
- Lightweight: Saves transportation and handling costs
- Highly suitable for welding: Easy installation using electro-fusion techniques
- Homogenous welded joints: End-load resistant and leak proof
Product Families: HDPE is suitable for many wear parts in machinery and equipment as well as a lining in material handling systems and containers. UHMW PE is self-lubricating, durable, abrasion and corrosion resistant. Applications: Milk jugs, detergent bottles, garbage containers Containers for frozen food and dairy products Warehouse pallets and crates, fuel tanks, large volume drums
Polyethylene (Pe) - Low Density Polyethylene (Ldpe)
Polyethylene (popularly called polythene) is a translucent and flexible thermoplastic resin with excellent chemical resistance. It is among the lightest plastics and is easily distinguishable from other plastics because it floats in water. It is widely used as a film by itself or applied to printing paper to provide finish, strength and moisture resistance. It is used for diverse applications such as packaging films, milk and water bottles, food containers, and children's toys.
Properties:
It offers the following advantages:
- Thermal resistance: Makes its application possible between -40°C to 100°C
- Chemical resistance: Suitable for transport of waste material and water
- Impact resistance: Unbreakable at temperatures greater than 5°C
- Insulating: Non-conductive
- Elastic: Suitable for underground pipes
- Smooth Internal Wall: Poses a low blockage risk due to low residue effects
- Wear resistance: Long durability therefore low cost of ownership
- Environmentally friendly: Non-toxic and recyclable
- Lightweight: Saves transportation and handling costs
- Highly suitable for welding: Easy installation using electro-fusion techniques
- Homogenous welded joints: End-load resistant and leak proof
Product Families: LDPE offers good corrosion and moisture resistance. LDPE is used widely in orthopaedic products due to its flexibility. It is also used in products where mobility without stress fatigue is needed. Applications:
- Rigid containers and packaging films
- Medicals and Surgical Equipment
- Wires, cables and anticorrosion coating
Polyethylene (Pe) - Linear Low Density Polyethylene (Lldpe)
Polyethylene (popularly called polythene) is a translucent and flexible thermoplastic resin with excellent chemical resistance. It is among the lightest plastics and is easily distinguishable from other plastics because it floats in water. It is widely used as a film by itself or applied to printing paper to provide finish, strength and moisture resistance. It is used for diverse applications such as packaging films, milk and water bottles, food containers, and children's toys.
Properties:
It offers the following advantages:
- Thermal resistance: Makes its application possible between -40°C to 100°C
- Chemical resistance: Suitable for transport of waste material and water
- Impact resistance: Unbreakable at temperatures greater than 5°C
- Insulating: Non-conductive
- Elastic: Suitable for underground pipes
- Smooth Internal Wall: Poses a low blockage risk due to low residue effects
- Wear resistance: Long durability therefore low cost of ownership
- Environmentally friendly: Non-toxic and recyclable
- Lightweight: Saves transportation and handling costs
- Highly suitable for welding: Easy installation using electro-fusion techniques
- Homogenous welded joints: End-load resistant and leak proof
Product Families: LDPE offers good corrosion and moisture resistance. LDPE is used widely in orthopaedic products due to its flexibility. It is also used in products where mobility without stress fatigue is needed. Applications:
- Rigid containers and packaging films
- Medicals and Surgical Equipment
- Wires, cables and anticorrosion coating