Publication: Jun 20, 2024 Last updated: Mar 04, 2025

Enhancing Safety and Performance for Ladder Stopper


The THERMOLAST® K GP/AP series from KRAIBURG TPE represents a significant advancement in ladder stopper material technology. 


KRAIBURG TPE Enhancing Safety and Performance for Ladder Stopper
Ladder stoppers serve as indispensable safety components, ensuring stability and security during ladder use by preventing slips and slides. Recognizing the critical role these devices play in user safety, KRAIBURG TPE, a global leader in thermoplastic elastomer solutions, introduces its cutting-edge TPE material designed to revolutionize ladder stopper manufacturing.

 

Introducing the THERMOLAST® K GP/AP Series
The THERMOLAST® K GP/AP series from KRAIBURG TPE represents a significant advancement in ladder stopper material technology. Engineered to meet the stringent requirements of the industry sector, this innovative TPE material offers unparalleled performance and reliability.

Key material advantages of KRAIBURG TPE's THERMOLAST® K series include:

  • Adhesion to PP for secure attachment

  • Colorability for customizable designs

  • Optimized mechanical properties for enhanced durability

  • Optimized flow properties for efficient manufacturing processes

  • Dry haptics for improved user comfort

  • In-process recycling capability for sustainable production practices

  • Injection molding compatibility for streamlined manufacturing

 

These TPE materials from KRAIBURG TPE find ideal applications across various sectors, including function and design elements, handles for hand tools and power tools, soft touch surfaces for grips, switches, and mats.


With the introduction of KRAIBURG TPE's THERMOLAST® K series, manufacturers can now create ladder stoppers that not only meet but exceed industry standards, ensuring enhanced safety and peace of mind for users.
 


Enhancing Safety and Performance for Ladder Stopper


The THERMOLAST® K GP/AP series from KRAIBURG TPE represents a significant advancement in ladder stopper material technology. 

KRAIBURG TPE Enhancing Safety and Performance for Ladder Stopper
Ladder stoppers serve as indispensable safety components, ensuring stability and security during ladder use by preventing slips and slides. Recognizing the critical role these devices play in user safety, KRAIBURG TPE, a global leader in thermoplastic elastomer solutions, introduces its cutting-edge TPE material designed to revolutionize ladder stopper manufacturing.

 

Introducing the THERMOLAST® K GP/AP Series
The THERMOLAST® K GP/AP series from KRAIBURG TPE represents a significant advancement in ladder stopper material technology. Engineered to meet the stringent requirements of the industry sector, this innovative TPE material offers unparalleled performance and reliability.

Key material advantages of KRAIBURG TPE's THERMOLAST® K series include:

  • Adhesion to PP for secure attachment
  • Colorability for customizable designs
  • Optimized mechanical properties for enhanced durability
  • Optimized flow properties for efficient manufacturing processes
  • Dry haptics for improved user comfort
  • In-process recycling capability for sustainable production practices
  • Injection molding compatibility for streamlined manufacturing

 

These TPE materials from KRAIBURG TPE find ideal applications across various sectors, including function and design elements, handles for hand tools and power tools, soft touch surfaces for grips, switches, and mats.


With the introduction of KRAIBURG TPE's THERMOLAST® K series, manufacturers can now create ladder stoppers that not only meet but exceed industry standards, ensuring enhanced safety and peace of mind 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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