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GE's New Boron Nitride Spray Coating Offers Superior Lubrication, Coverage, and Adhesion
STRONGSVILLE, OHIO - Mar 29, 2006 - The Ceramics division from GE Advanced Materials has introduced a new grade of its boron nitride (BN) spray coating that eliminates the use of methylene chloride. GE's Boron Nitride (BN) Spray II is an excellent candidate for use as a release agent and lubricant in a wide range of applications, including metalforming, glassmaking, plastics molding, high-temperature sintering, and welding and brazing. The new spray coating contains a high-purity, high-crystalline grade of BN that imparts superior lubrication properties. For easier application, it is offered in an aerosol package.
"In developing new products, GE is guided by our ecomagination* initiative that supports environmental, health, and safety goals," said Don Lelonis, application development specialist, GE Advanced Materials, Ceramics. "As part of that effort, we have eliminated the use of methylene chloride, a chemical that has been subject to tighter controls from regulatory agencies. These controls have made it difficult for customers to use products containing methylene chloride, and still remain in compliance with health and environmental standards. Our new BN spray coating provides excellent performance while giving customers a product that is also ecologically responsible - and that is the essence of GE's ecomagination."
GE's Boron Nitride II spray coating offers the following benefits:
- High-temperature resistance for demanding applications
- High-purity crystalline structure for improved lubrication
- Non-reactive formulation for excellent release qualities and chemical stability
- Easy application using a convenient aerosol package
Boron nitride coatings are used as release agents and lubricants to prevent materials such as molten metal, plastics, rubber, and metallic and ceramic materials from sticking to or reacting with dies, molds, and other surfaces. With high heat resistance, they prevent wetting by molten metals such as aluminum and magnesium. These coatings also improve the surface finish of end products and shorten cycle times by speeding mold/die release.
About GE Advanced Materials
The Advanced Materials business of General Electric Company is part of the Industrial business group and is headquartered in Wilton, Conn. Comprised of Silicones and Quartz, GE Advanced Materials is a global leader in providing a range of high-technology materials solutions. The GE Advanced Materials, Silicones' portfolio includes silicone-based products and technology platforms, silanes, sealants and adhesives. The Quartz portfolio includes high-purity fused quartz and ceramics materials. These materials solutions are used as springboards for innovation in hundreds of consumer and industrial applications ranging from car engines to biomedical devices to integrated circuits. Industries served include aerospace, agriculture, appliances, automotive, construction, electronics, furniture and furnishings, healthcare, home care, industrial, lighting, packaging, personal care, plastics, semiconductor, telecommunications, tire, transportation, and water purification. As a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Games, GE is the exclusive provider of a wide range of innovative products and services that are integral to successful Games. Experience more at www.geadvancedmaterials.com
* ecomagination is a trademark of General Electric Company.
The Ceramics division from GE Advanced Materials has introduced a new grade of its boron nitride (BN) spray coating that eliminates the use of methylene chloride. The new spray coating contains a high-purity, high-crystalline grade of BN that imparts superior lubrication properties. Boron nitride coatings are used as release agents and lubricants to prevent materials such as molten metal, plastics, rubber, and metallic and ceramic materials from sticking to or reacting with dies, molds, and other surfaces. These coatings also improve the surface finish of end products and shorten cycle times by speeding mold/die release. For easier application, it is offered in an aerosol package.