Every application presents its own performance challenges. By combining Teknor Apex's expertise in advanced polymer technology with Omya's technical knowledge and market experience, customers gain access to material solutions developed for specific mechanical, aesthetic, regulatory, and processing requirements. From medical devices and consumer products to industrial equipment and automotive components, we help manufacturers select materials that support long-term product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
Why source Teknor Apex materials through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution?
Teknor Apex high-performance polymer portfolio available through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution:
Chemlon® polyamide 6 (PA6)
Chemlon® PA6 from Teknor Apex delivers an excellent balance of mechanical strength, toughness, wear resistance, and processability. Available in a broad range of reinforced and modified grades, it is widely used in automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial equipment, and consumer products requiring reliable engineering performance.
Creamid® polyamide 66 (PA66)
Creamid® PA66 combines outstanding strength, stiffness, thermal stability, and dimensional accuracy for demanding engineering applications. Its excellent long-term mechanical performance makes it ideal for automotive components, electrical connectors, industrial machinery, and structural engineering parts.
Createc® polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
Createc® PBT compounds provide an excellent combination of dimensional stability, electrical performance, chemical resistance, and surface finish. Available in reinforced and modified grades, Createc® materials are widely used in automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, appliance, and consumer applications requiring precision, durability, and reliable long-term performance.
Medalist® thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)
Medalist® TPE is developed specifically for medical and healthcare applications, offering exceptional consistency, regulatory support, and reliable processing performance. It is widely used in medical devices, diagnostic equipment, drug delivery systems, laboratory consumables, and healthcare components.
Monprene® thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)
Monprene® TPE combines rubber-like flexibility with the processing advantages of thermoplastics. Offering excellent durability, soft-touch aesthetics, and chemical resistance, Monprene® is widely used in automotive components, consumer products, hand tools, medical devices, and industrial applications.
Recyclon® polyamide (PA)
Recyclon® sustainable engineering compounds incorporate recycled content while maintaining the mechanical performance and processing characteristics required for demanding engineering applications. They help manufacturers reduce environmental impact without compromising product quality or reliability.
Sarlink® thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV)
Sarlink® TPV provides exceptional weatherability, heat resistance, flexibility, and long-term sealing performance. They are widely specified for automotive sealing systems, industrial gaskets, appliance seals, construction products, and outdoor applications requiring durable elastomeric performance.
Teknor Apex materials are suitable for a range of applications across multiple industries:
- Automotive and mobility
Interior trim, exterior components, seals, gaskets, under-the-bonnet applications, electrical connectors, sensor housings, ligntling systems, structural components, and soft-touch parts requiring durability, lightweight performance, thermal stability, and long-term reliability. - Medical and healthcare
Medical devices, diagnostic equipment, drug delivery systems, laboratory products, tubing, healthcare housings, pharmaceutical components, and ergonomic medical equipment requiring consistent quality, regulatory support, precision, and reliable performance. - Consumer goods and appliances
Household appliances, power tools, sporting goods, personal care products, ergonomic handles, soft-touch components, durable housing, and premium consumer products requiring durability, comfort, attractive aesthetics, and reliable processing performance. - Electrical and electronics
Electrical connectors, switches, circuit protection devices, cable management systems, charging systems, electronic housings, control units, and industrial electronics requiring dimensional stability, electrical insulation, heat resistance, and reliable long-term performance. - Industrial
Industrial machinery, automation equipment, fluid handling systems, seals, gaskets, engineering components, precision parts, and technical housings requiring strength, wear resistance, chemical durability, and dimensional accuracy. - Building and construction
Window and door seals, construction profiles, weather seals, electrical installations, industrial piping components, and building products requiring long-term weatherability, mechanical performance, and durability in demanding environments. - Sustainability and circular manufacturing
Recycled engineering components, automotive parts, industrial equipment, consumer products, and durable goods incorporating recycled-content compounds to support circular economy objectives while maintaining demanding performance requirements.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Teknor Apex materials are used across automotive, medical and healthcare, consumer goods, electrical and electronics, industrial, and construction applications. Their portfolio combines engineering plastics, thermoplastic elastomers, recycled compounds, and specialist materials designed to meet demanding performance requirements.
Chemlon® PA6 offers an excellent balance of toughness, wear resistance, and processing performance for general engineering applications. Creamid® PA66 provides higher stiffness, thermal stability, and mechanical strength, making it well suited to more demanding structural and high-temperature applications.
Monprene® TPEs combine flexibility, durability, and excellent processing performance for a wide range of consumer and industrial applications. Sarlink® TPVs provide enhanced heat resistance, weatherability, and long-term sealing performance, making them ideal for demanding automotive and outdoor environments.
Yes. The Recyclon® portfolio incorporates recycled content into high-performance engineering compounds, helping manufacturers achieve sustainability objectives while maintaining the performance required for demanding applications.
Medalist® materials are specifically developed for medical and healthcare applications, providing consistent quality, regulatory support, and reliable processing for medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceutical products.
Omya Performance Polymer Distribution works closely with Teknor Apex to help customers select the most appropriate material for their application. Our technical specialists provide guidance on material selection, processing, design optimization, and performance requirements, supported by reliable logistics and responsive customer service globally.
Createc® PBT combines excellent dimensional stability, heat resistance, electrical performance, and chemical resistance, making it a preferred material for electrical connectors, sensor housings, lighting systems, switches, and other precision-engineered automotive and electronic components where consistent performance and durability are essential.