Americhem Inc., Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, now offers combinations of its nDuramax™ family of ultraviolet (UV)-stabilizing masterbatches designed for outdoor man-made-fiber applications including geotextiles and other geosynthetics, outdoor carpeting, synthetic turf, awning fabric, and marine covers, among other applications.

The combinations blend UV stabilizers that are good for both short- and long-term exposure. Americhem reports use of the combinations results in better tensile strength retention and longer product life compared to using individual stabilizers.

January/February 2013