Paris 2011: Saint-Gobain Promotes Advanced Polymers, Seals and Gaskets
French plastics specialist Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics is showcasing materials made from its Meldin 7000 lightweight, high-temperature polymer on Sta

French plastics specialist Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics is showcasing materials made from its Meldin 7000 lightweight, high-temperature polymer on Stand E138 Hall 2B.

According to the company, the polymer produces finished components that have better dimensional stability, chemical resistance and thermal-insulation properties, are up to 50 percent lighter and last longer than their aluminum equivalents. These components are used in auxiliary power units, air conditioning systems, actuators and landing gear systems.