The European Parliament’s REACH restrictions will mean that, from 24 August 2023, industrial and professional users of products with a total monomeric diisocyanate concentration of 0.1% must be trained and certified. To help manufacturers using polyurethane adhesives adapt to this regulation, Intertronics has introduced Point-One polyurethane structural adhesives based on micro-discharge technology.
Their monomeric diisocyanate concentration is less than 0.1% by weight, so REACH training is not required if the manufacturer specifies the use of these products. Point-One has the added health and safety advantage of having very low emissions and fewer warning icons on the label.
Point-One Polyurethane Structural Adhesives are fast-curing, two-part adhesives that form strong, durable bonds in as little as 10 minutes. They are resistant to moisture, fuel oil, many solvents and chemicals, offering better chemical resistance than traditional polyurethanes.
The ability to sand in as little as 10 minutes, followed by the process of painting or assembling, can be done in a fraction of the time.
Due to the health and safety advantages brought about by the low diisocyanate content, Point-One materials are free of solvents and VOCs, and because they do not fall under the H351 classification, there is no need for a carcinogen warning on the product label.
The range includes IRS 3223-B Point-One Polyurethane Structural Adhesive, which is available in black and has an application time of 3.5 minutes. and IRS 3221-W
Point-One Polyurethane Structural Adhesive, white in color, application time 1.5 minutes, excellent UV stability, suitable for outdoor use.
Both materials bond very well to plastics, metals, GRP, ceramics, SMC, wood, drywall, concrete, rock and marble. They are suitable for applications including aftermarket automotive interiors and exteriors, RV and trailer manufacturing repair, and outdoor lighting and signage.
Ben, Chief Commercial Officer, Intertronics
“Polyurethane adhesives are formed by the reaction of a diisocyanate and a polyol,” Swanson explained. “While the diisocyanate is used up during the reaction and almost no diisocyanate is found in the finished or cured material, the adhesive The mixture presents a health and safety risk in its liquid form. Our new Point-One adhesive poses a much lower risk to operators – so low that no new mandatory training is required. Of course, we still advocate relevant risk management and health and safety measures.”
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Swanson added: “Due to the new requirements for mandatory training under REACH, the cost, administrative and time burden facing manufacturers can be significant. Specifying the use of Point-One eliminates the need for training and certification.”
Point-One adhesives are supplied in pre-measured, side-by-side twin syringes (50g or 200g) with static mix tips for ready-to-use.
The product has good sag resistance, allows vertical façade applications, has good gap filling properties, and is easy to extrude from static mixing nozzles.
The recommended IDM2N18 static mixing nozzle is one of the shortest nozzles on the market, minimizing material waste and providing excellent dispensing control. These products have a shelf life of 24 months in their original sealed cartridges.
The REACH restriction aims to minimize adverse health effects caused by exposure to diisocyanates in the workplace, such as respiratory sensitization, skin irritation and occupational asthma.
Employers must provide adequate training to workers exposed to substances containing diisocyanates with a total monomeric diisocyanate concentration greater than 0.1% and must collect evidence of successful completion of a training course. Training certificates are valid for five years and must be renewed thereafter.
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