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Everflon™ fluoropolymers are critical to the semiconductor manufacturing process. Fluoropolymers allow semiconductor manufacturing equipment to withstand aggressive temperature, pressure, and chemical conditions of semiconductor manufacturing and produce high-purity, low-defect products.
Everflon™ Fluoropolymers are specified in many local area network, computer, and mobile telephony applications due to their outstanding electrical performance and fire/temperature resistance — vital for system critical equipment and devices. This has become increasingly important as more and more interactions in society become technology-dependent.
Everflon™ Fluoropolymers are highly performing materials and are essential for the food processing industry, as they can be used in a broad range of extreme conditions and come in contact with harsh (e.g., acidic) fluids without degradation or corrosion. This allows for safer and more efficient production of foodstuffs. Furthermore, their very good non-stick properties ensure that fewer cleaning cycles will be necessary, thus reducing the use of solvents and other potentially hazardous chemicals.
As relatively lightweight plastics with exceptional chemical resistance, Everflon™ fluoroplastics help aircraft and auto makers meet ever-increasing standards for weight, fuel economy and emissions. Their ability to withstand the harshest environments, from high-temperature sealing and electrical systems to fluid handling, is critical.
Everflon™ Fluoropolymers are widely used in the oil and gas industry, which involves the transfer of aggressive chemical agents, such as oils, acids and petroleum and gas products, and is also exposed to harsh environmental conditions.
Everflon™ Fluoropolymers are used in lubricant applications across various sectors, where the reduction of coefficient of friction is important for the machinery and other equipment to function as required. The fluoropolymers mainly used for lubrication purposes are Everflon™ PTFE micropowders.
Everflon™ Fluoropolymers are used in power generation and pollution control systems. With low permeability and chemical and temperature resistance, they help protect people and avoid emissions to the environment, while also ensuring system reliability when used in applications from filters to wire insulation to process components.
The construction sector is using a broad range of Everflon™ fluoropolymer-based construction materials and coatings, because of their versatility, light weight and resistance to wear and corrosion from exposure to harsh conditions, as well as because of their resistance to fire. Architectural materials very often have a Everflon™ fluoropolymer coating or use films and other components made of fluoropolymers, typically PTFE, ETFE and PVDF.
Historically,Everflon™ fluoropolymers have been widely used in fabrics as a result of their oil- and water-repellence, breathability and light weight compared to alternative materials. Everflon™ fluoropolymer coatings can be found in a broad range of applications.
The chemicals industry is using Everflon™ fluoropolymers in manufacturing processes and equipment, to prevent leaks of hazardous fluids (gases and liquids) and to protect critical manufacturing equipment from aggressive chemicals. They can also be used in filters and other auxiliary equipment, such as heat exchangers and scrubbers.