TRINSEO | ABS, PC, PC/ABS, PS, PMMA, TPE, TPU

Why source TRINSEO materials through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution?

Selecting the right styrenic, acrylic, elastomer or engineering thermoplastic can have a significant impact on product performance, appearance and manufacturability. Omya Performance Polymer Distribution works closely with customers to identify the most appropriate TRINSEO material for each application, providing technical guidance on material selection, processing, flame-retardant solutions, elastomer performance, optical requirements and regulatory considerations. Combined with dependable logistics and responsive customer support, this partnership helps manufacturers bring high-quality products to market with confidence. 

TRINSEO's engineering polymer portfolio available through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution:

CALIBRE™ polycarbonate (PC)

CALIBRE™ Polycarbonate Resins from TRINSEO offer an excellent blend of clarity, heat resistance and impact resistance for applications across markets including lighting, medical devices, consumer electronics and electrical applications. CALIBRE™ grades are available in different melt flows and tints and can be modified with additives to enhance performance attributes such as ignition resistance, UV stability, stiffness, light transmission, color and mold release.

EMERGE™ advanced resins

EMERGE™ advanced resins bring together the excellent processability of polycarbonate with selected polymers and additives such as ABS, PET or colorants to deliver blends and compounds with special performance properties. TRINSEO positions EMERGE™ for requirements including toughness, impact strength, color and aesthetics, chemical resistance, processability, ignition resistance, UV stability, mold release, thermal stability, recyclability, design flexibility and cost-effectiveness.

EMERGE™ flame-retardant polycarbonate/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (FR PC/ABS)

EMERGE™ FR PC/ABS delivers excellent impact resistance, dimensional stability and enhanced fire performance for demanding electrical and electronic applications. It is commonly specified for consumer electronics, electrical equipment, battery housings, telecommunications products and industrial control systems.

MAGNUM™ acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)

MAGNUM™ ABS from TRINSEO provides an excellent balance of impact strength, rigidity, surface quality and ease of processing. Known for delivering one of the industry's best low-gloss surface finishes, it is ideal for applications where premium aesthetics are required. Available in a broad range of grades, it is widely used in automotive components, consumer electronics, household appliances, industrial equipment, luggage and consumer products where durability and appearance are essential.

PLEXIGLAS® polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA)

PLEXIGLAS® PMMA acrylic resins provide a complete range of acrylic solutions for automotive, lighting, capstock, medical device and optical applications. TRINSEO highlights increased toughness, outstanding transparency, strong UV resistance and excellent optical properties, making PLEXIGLAS® suitable for applications where clarity, aesthetics and weathering performance are important.

PULSE™ polycarbonate/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (PC/ABS)

PULSE™ PC/ABS combines the toughness and heat resistance of polycarbonate with the excellent processability and surface finish of ABS. Offering a premium low-gloss finish together with exceptional impact performance and dimensional stability, it is widely used in automotive interiors, consumer electronics, IT equipment, electrical housings and household appliances.

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs)

TRINSEO offers a wide range of thermoplastic elastomers tailor-made to meet customer requirements. These materials provide high performance, aesthetic appearance and soft haptics across end markets. The TPE portfolio includes styrenic block copolymers, olefinic thermoplastic elastomers, thermoplastic rubber vulcanizates and copolyester thermoplastic elastomers, offering broad design flexibility and easy processability across common transformation technologies.

Thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPUs)

TRINSEO TPU solutions are versatile materials for applications requiring outstanding abrasion and chemical resistance. TRINSEO describes TPUs as polyurethane-based polymers or polymeric compounds that offer both thermoplastic and elastomeric properties, with durability advantages for applications exposed to wear and tear, including automotive, industrial machinery, electronics housings and footwear.

TRINSEO materials are suitable for a range of applications across multiple industries:

• Automotive and mobility
  Interior trim, instrument panels, center consoles, lighting components, battery housings, pillar trims, exterior components, tactile surfaces, seals, grips, door handles and decorative parts requiring durability, impact resistance, soft-touch performance, optical clarity or premium surface quality. 
• Electrical and electronics
  Electrical housings, connectors, switches, power distribution equipment, control units, battery systems, consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment and electronics accessories where flame retardancy, dimensional stability, electrical performance and aesthetics are essential. 
• Lighting and optical applications Automotive lighting, LED lighting, lenses, light guides, signage, displays, transparent components and applications requiring optical clarity, UV resistance, light transmission and long-term weatherability.
• Consumer goods and appliances
  Household appliances, kitchen equipment, luggage, power tools, office equipment, personal care products, consumer electronics, soft-touch grips and overfolded components requiring attractive aesthetics, durability and reliable long-term performance.
• Medical and healthcare
  Medical device housings, diagnostic equipment, laboratory instruments, infusion therapy components, healthcare appliances and technical components requiring dimensional stability, impact resistance, clarity, visual appearance and consistent quality. 
• Industrial
  Industrial machinery, automation equipment, electronic control systems, engineering housings, precision components, protective components, tubing, cables and technical products requiring mechanical strength, abrasion resistance, dimensional accuracy and dependable processing. 
• Building and construction
  Electrical installation products, lighting systems, architectural components, construction products, interior fittings, capstock and glazing-related applications requiring durability, dimensional stability, UV resistance and long service life. 
• Footwear and soft-touch applications
  Footwear components, soles, boots, clogs, grips, handles, seals, gaskets, overholding and tactile surfaces where elasticity, abrasion resistance, flexibility, soft haptics and durability are important. 

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