Publication: Oct 09, 2024 Last updated: Mar 10, 2025

Dissipative Solutions for Hair Straightener


The AD1/AS series from KRAIBURG TPE offers a multitude of advantages tailored to meet the stringent requirements of hair straightener manufacturing. 

Hair straighteners have become indispensable tools for achieving sleek, salon-worthy hair at home. To meet the evolving needs of modern consumers, manufacturers are constantly seeking materials that offer enhanced performance and safety. Addressing this demand, KRAIBURG TPE, a leading provider of thermoplastic elastomer solutions, introduces its dissipative TPE material, offering a range of advantages ideal for hair straightener manufacturing.

The AD1/AS series from KRAIBURG TPE represents a significant advancement in hair straightener material technology. Engineered to meet static-dissipative requirements, this innovative TPE material offers unparalleled performance and reliability.

 

Material Advantages
The AD1/AS series from KRAIBURG TPE offers a multitude of advantages tailored to meet the stringent requirements of hair straightener manufacturing. Key material properties include:

  • Thermoplastic Alternative to Elastomers: Providing improved performance and reliability compared to traditional elastomers.
  • Optimized Mechanical Properties: Ensuring exceptional durability and longevity for prolonged use.
  • Reduced Dust Built-Up: Enhancing cleanliness and maintenance, delivering a superior user experience.
  • Colorability: Allowing for customizable designs to meet diverse consumer preferences.
  • Temperature Stability: Withstanding temperatures up to 80°C for safe and efficient operation.
  • Soft, Non-Sticky Haptic: Providing a comfortable and ergonomic grip for effortless styling.
  • Adhesion to Various Substrates: Including PC, ABS, and PC/ABS, ensuring secure attachment and stability.
  • Medium Resistivity: Facilitating static dissipation, enhancing safety during use.
     

These innovative TPE materials find ideal applications across various sectors, including handles for hand tools and power tools, soft touch surfaces for grips, switches, mats, cable holders, clips, game consoles, electric and electronic components and robotic parts.

With the introduction of KRAIBURG TPE's dissipative TPE material, manufacturers can now create hair straighteners that not only meet but exceed industry standards, ensuring enhanced performance and safety for users.

KRAIBURG TPE Quick Facts
 

  • Founded in 2001 as an independent business unit of the KRAIBURG Group 
  • HQ & Production Site: Waldkraiburg / Germany
  • Regional HQ & Production site: Kuala Lumpur / Malaysia, Atlanta / USA
  • Products: Thermoplastic Elastomer Compounds
  • Brands: THERMOLAST®, COPEC®, HIPEX®, and For Tec E®
  • Markets: EMEA, APAC, Americas
  • Employees: 660

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