DuPont to host anti-corrosion seminar

High-purity chemicals and solvents are manufactured using equipment that resists corrosion and leaching that can introduce contaminates. Process vessels, tubing, valves and pumps or storage containers made of steel or reinforced plastic can all be lined with Teflon PFA HP or Teflon PTFE to extend service life and reduce maintenance, while protecting product purity.

DuPont is hosting a seminar at Achema 2006 entitled "Materials Technology - Managing Corrosion with Teflon". Covering applications across the process industry, the seminar will introduce the range of Teflon products, including resins, coatings and films, available for high-purity chemical manufacturing. Kalrez perfluoroelastomer parts from DuPont Performance Elastomers, commonly used for seals in harsh chemical environments, also form part of the agenda.

The seminar will be held on Wednesday 17 May, from 13.30 until approximately 18.00 in room Fantasie 2 at the Frankfurt Congress Centre. Visitors to Achema 2006 interested in attending free-of-charge should pre-register with DuPont via Martin.Brueck@deu.dupont.com by the end of April.

The DuPont Fluoropolymer Solutions stand will feature new developments in Teflon expanded PTFE gasketing materials as well as solutions for food and medical machinery. A separate exhibit, arranged by DuPont Performance Elastomers will highlight Kalrez perfluoroelastomer parts - a product line specifically designed to deliver high performance in aggressive process environments.

Viton fluoroelastomer, well known for its good heat resistance and commonly used for seals and hoses, O-rings, shaft seals, expansion joints and gaskets, will also be exhibited on the stand.

DuPont Fluoropolymer Solutions: Hall 3, Stand L40-41

DuPont Performance Elastomers: Hall 9, Stand H36-38