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The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a series of water based release agents for use in the wood fiber composites and panel pressing industry. McGee Industries has over five decades of experience manufacturing and marketing mold release and antistick coatings to variety of industries. McLube products are developing using first-class and top-quality technology coupled with practical experience. The new products that have been developed have proven to perform well in composite wood fiber and panel pressing applications. McLube products are environmentally and operator friendly allowing for multiple parts to be released per application, no transfer to the manufactured material, reduced mold build-up, improved surface appearance and reduced scrap rates. Products will provide a durable bonded colorless film coating that is thermally stable and chemically inert. Products are available for low, medium, and high density fiberboard, plywood, particle board, strand board and structural plywood. Samples are available for evaluation. Please contact The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc., 9 Crozerville Road, Aston, PA 19014. 1-800-2 McLube (262-5823), www.mclube.com. Info@McLube.com for more information.

McLube has been supplying a non-flammable PTFE dry film lubricant suitable for use on metal, plastic,wood, ceramic and elastomeric surfaces. Provides an extremely low coefficient of friction, thermally stable from cryogenic to 500F, chemically inert and will bond to the applied surface. Product is suitable for use in medical and food applications both as a dry film lubricant, assembly aid and as a mold release coating.

McLube said its new Antifoul Alternative Speed Polish was selected by Sail magazine as a category winner in the 2012 Freeman K. Pittman Innovative Awards.

Sail’s awards are longstanding industry awards that recognize and celebrate the best and brightest new ideas in marine-equipment design and build.

The concept for the product came from carefully listening to customers and incorporating their suggestions into a cutting-edge, fully biodegradable product, the company said.

“Our customers asked us to solve the age-old problem of keeping their hulls clean when they’re left in the water for weeks at a time,” McGee Industries president Ward McClatchy said in a statement. “I think we’ve come up with an excellent, environmentally friendly solution that’s already earning industry respect.”

McLube is a division of McGee Industries.

McLube’s new, long-lasting, citrus-based Antifoul Alternative is formulated to keep hulls, or any underwater surface, fast, clean and pristine for weeks, the company said. To quote Sail’s editors, Antifoul Alternative is “a slippery speed polish that impedes marine growth and keeps your hull fair and fast for days and even weeks of in-water use.”

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) powder.

McLube PTFE Powder is a low molecular weight polymer that will provide excellent lubricating and non-stick properties when used alone or as an additive to other materials. McLube PTFE Powder will improve the surface slip properties, lubricity, and abrasion resistance of rubber, plastic, printing inks, and industrial coatings. It is recommended for general purpose applications.

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new mold release agent and coating for the release of FRP and Composite Parts and processes that is VOC free. Being VOC Free the product will reduce or eliminate the release of potential hazardous materials into the atmosphere. It will apply a durable release coating that will bond to the applied surface allowing for multiple release cycles per application, no transfer, improved part appearance, no build-up, and consistent release performance. The product has proven to be effective with epoxies, phenolic and polyester resins, and all thermoplastics. For further information and samples contact McLube at 1-800-2-McLube or info@mclube.com

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a mold protective coating to be used for molds in storage. McLube 1725L has proven to protect molds from rust and corrosion indefinitely. It can be simply applied by spraying or wiping a thin even film on to the mold surface. The applied coating is clear, dry and non-oily allowing for the mold to put into service without cleaning prior to the commencement of molding. Dirt, dust and other contaminants will not adhere to the applied coating. As well as protecting the mold surface the coating provides an excellent base release coating to aid in break in of molds put back in service. Samples are available for testing.

Used for release of rubber and plastic parts, water-based MAC-678 is supplied as concentrate that can be diluted with normal plant water. Product can be applied highly diluted as touch-up spray or lightly diluted as semi-permanent release coating. Durable release film bonds to applied surface, allowing for multiple release cycles with no transfer to molded part. Able to work with various parts and compounds, agent is thermally and chemically stable with shelf life of 1 year.

MAC-799 is a dispersion finely divided PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) particles in water. Combined with an organic binder that will bond the coating to the applied surface. It will air cure in minutes to provide a durable, dry, colorless bonded film coating with excellent lubricating properties, a low coefficient of friction and excellent stick-slip properties. The coating will adhere to almost any surface-metal, plastic, rubber, ceramics, leather and fabrics. MAC-799 will provide a clean, dry, inert coating that is chemically and thermally stable. The coating will have superior anti-stick properties.

Applications include- Assembly lubricant, rubber lubricant, electronic components, springs, seals, gaskets, rope, office equipment, autiovisual equipment, plastic parts, o-rings, windows, anti-chirp coatings, cables, slides, bearings, etc.

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) dispersion in IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol).

McLube PTFE Dry Film Dispersion 25, 15, and 5 are available as 25%, 15%, and 5% concentrations in isopropyl alcohol (IPA). They will provide an extremely low coefficient of friction, are chemically inert and thermally stable to 615°F. The average particles size is less than 10 microns. McLube PTFE Dispersions can be applied to all types of metal surfaces as well as plastic, rubber, leather, and fabric surfaces. They are supplied as concentrates and are normally diluted prior to their usage.

Dispersions are designed to be used in the following applications:

Dry Film Lubricants:

McLube PTFE Dry Film Dispersions have a low coefficient of friction allowing for a dry film lubricant with superior performance attributes such as thermal and chemical stability, cleanliness and excellent slip-stick properties. Coatings will increase the wear life of parts by reducing abrasion.

Applications include: electrical connectors, bearings, slides, belts, gaskets, Fasteners, fabrics, leather, rubber, plastics, gears, cables, rope, thread, locks, windows, saw blades, camera/audiovisual equipment, metalworking operations and hardcoat anodizing.

Mold Release Agents/Antistick Coatings:

McLube PTFE Dry Film Dispersions are used to mold a variety of rubber, plastic and composite parts and materials. An applied coating provides excellent adhesion allowing for multiple parts to be molded with no transfer. The dry film coating provided by McLube Dry Film Dispersions will provide a synergy of antistick as well as lubricity characteristics.

Applications include: rubber, plastic and composite parts and materials, Mandrel lubrication, filament winding, SMC molding, cables and wiring.

Other:

McLube PTFE Dry Film Dispersions are also being used as additives to improve lubricity and promote thickening when added to liquids and semisolid formulations.

Typical Product Data:

Color and Appearance …................. Translucent, milky-white liquid

Dispersing Medium …...................... Isopropyl Alcohol

Average Particle Size …................... < 10 Microns

Melting Point …............................... 615°F

Key Performance Properties:

Excellent Adhesion to Substrates, Clean dry colorless nonoily film, High degree of Slip Flow and Lubricity, No Transfer, Semi-Permanent Release Performance, Operator Friendly Environmentally Safe Coating Thermally Stable Chemically Inert

McLube has developed a new mold release agent and coating, MAC-968, which uses Nano Technology. MAC-968 is a water-based colloidal dispersion of nanoparticles. The product provides a durable semi-permanent release surface that requires no curing. This product has demonstrated performance benefits with both organic and silicone rubber parts and compounds. It exhibits excellent release and antistick properties while providing superior lubricity due to its low coefficient of friction. MAC-968 will reduce mold release usage by allowing for the maximum number of parts to be released per application. Thus, molders will improve their molding efficiency resulting in a lower operating cost. Confirmed benefits include reduced mold fouling and build-up, no transfer of the mold release to the molded part, increased mold flow while eliminating non-fills, superior release performance and reduced part rejection rate. MAC-968 is environment and operator friendly, and contains no hazardous materials. The product performs well with rubber to metal bonded parts, mounts, medical parts, seals, boots and bellows. Samples and supervised plant trials are available.

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new water based semi-permanent release coating based on PTFE nanoparticles. MAC-968 is a water based colloidal dispersion that has proven to provide superior release performance and durability. The product allows for improved flow properties, superior part appearance, excellent thermal stability and lubricity. It is supplied in a ready to use formulation to assure economy of usage. The product has proven to be an extremely effective release coating for all types of rubber stock such as EPDM, FKM. Neoprene, natural rubber, ECO and acrylic rubber compounds. It will provide a thin, colorless bonded film coating that will adhere tenaciously to the mold surface allowing for a maximum of parts to be molded per application. The product will not contaminate the rubber stock allowing for superior part appearance. The product is environmentally friendly containing no heavy metals, powders, silicone oils and is VOC free. Samples coupled with plant testing are available.

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new antistick product for uncured rubber compounds and parts. MAC-863 is a water based mixture of polymeric material. It is supplied as a concentrate to assure economy of usage. The product has proven to be an extremely effective antistick coating for all types of rubber stock. It will provide a thin, colorless film coating that can be used on both black and colored stock. The product will not contaminate the rubber stock allowing for superior part appearance. MAC-863 is suitable for use in Barwell type operations, pellets, slugs and extrusions. The product is environmentally friendly containing no heavy metals, powders, silicone oils and is VOC free. Samples coupled with plant testing are available.

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new water based lubricant for rubber, plastic, leather and metal parts. Numerous applications for the automobile and transportation industry such as 0-rings, seals, gaskets, and weather-stripping also being used as an insertion and assembly lubricant. Product eliminates a variety of noises such as squeaks, rattles, squeals and whines. Product provides a clear colorless film coating that will bond to the applied surface. Current applications have proven the product to have a low coefficient of friction with excellent durability and lubricity. Benefits of using the new lubricant include cost effectiveness, thermal and chemical stability, and excellent compatibility due to the inert nature of the product. Product is environmental and user friendly containing no hazardous ingredients or VOC’s.

McLube has developed a new water based semi-permanent mold release for organic rubber compounds and parts called MAC-973. The product will reduce mold release usage by allowing for the maximum number of parts to be released per application of the mold release. Thus, molders will improve their molding efficiency resulting in a lower operating cost. Proven benefits include reduced mold fouling and build-up, no transfer of the mold release to the molded part, increased mold flow while eliminating non-fills, superior release performance and reduced part rejection rate. MAC-973 is environmental and operator friendly contain no hazardous material. Product has shown to perform well with rubber to metal bonded parts, medical parts, seals, boots and bellows. Samples and supervised plant trials are available.

Water based McLube mandrel lubricants for flexible, rigid and bent/formed mandrel built hose, antistick coatings for pan cured hose products, and coatings for cure tape are available for in-house testing or customer sampling. Products are operator and environmentally friendly. Suitable for use in automotive, hydraulic, industrial, chemical and food hose applications. They are designed to provide superior mandrel ejection and removal of finished cured hose. Benefits include ease of mandrel ejection, low blow- off pressure, no pin holing, elimination of i.d. contamination, and improved coupling retention. McLube products are thermally stable and chemically inert. Antistick coatings provide superior hose appearance, improved processing and ease of application.

The McLube Division of McGee Industries, Inc. has developed a new water based semi-permanent release coating for synthetic, natural and silicone rubber parts and elastomers. Products are designed for maximum releases per application with no transfer or mold build-up. Molds will stay cleaner longer providing increased productivity. McLube semi-permanent water based mold release coatings are designed for the injection, transfer and compression molding of rubber parts. They have proven to be extremely effective with peroxide cured compounds, high filler content, and other difficult to mold compounds. Can be used with FKM, HNBR, polyacrylates, CPE, butyl, polybutadene, natural, neoprene, ECO, as well as silicone rubber. Products are operator and environmentally friendly containing no hazardous material. Product attributes include maximum durability, improved flow properties, elimination of knit lines and voids, increased productivity, reduced scrap rate, ease of release, elimination of mold build- up and economy of use. Products are stable solutions that will not settle, do not require mixing, have a long shelf life, and are chemically and thermally stable. Sample material and supervised plant trials are available upon request.