Matrix Polymers Ancillary Solutions to Complement your Rotomoulding Production

Enhancing Excellence in Rotomoulding: Ancillary Solutions to Complement Your Rotomouding Production

1997

1992

Matrix Polymers acquired DSM Stamylex, rotational moulding business from DEX Plastomers

2012

Matrix Polymers Malaysia was formed

First production of Revolve® N-250, Designed for Roto®

Acquisition of Vanglobe business in Australia & New Zealand

2008

2011

Acquired Hills Polymers business in South Australia

2004

Matrix Polymers Polska opened

Merseyside Polymer Processing Ltd & Matrix Polymers Liverpool merged into Matrix Polymers Ltd

2019

Record year for sales volume, revenue & net profit

49% shareholding acquired in

2015

2021

by PTT GC

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First production of Revolve® N-307, Designed for Roto®

2001

UK plant moved to a larger site

2013

2003

Split into Matrix Polymers & Merseyside Polymer Processing Ltd

Co-founded by Martin Coles

2005

2022

Matrix Polymers turned 30!

Matrix Polymers Thai opened

2023

Enhancing Excellence in Rotomoulding: Introducing our complete guide of ancillary solutions to complement your rotomouldings.

You will find an extensive range of essential accessories and supplementary products that aim to enhance your production process.

Whether you are looking to improve product quality, increase efficiency, have greater flexibility and versatility, or enhance the safety of the rotomoulding process, the range of products within this brochure can complement your rotomouldings.

We offer high-quality items from trusted brands, that are carefully designed, practical, durable, and innovative.

This brochure is your one-stop guide to discovering the possibilities and unlocking the full potential of your moulded products.

Steve Harrington European Sales Director

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Ancillary Solutions Chem-Trend Ltd Release agents and adhesives

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ROTOLOADTM A fully automated, gravimetric powder conveying and dispensing unit

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Pointer Solutions Parting flash removal tools

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Stoner Inc Mold release solutions

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TMC Hallcrest Temperature sensor labels

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Custom Plastics Spin welded fittings and other related items

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Mold in Graphics Rotomoulding support products and MiGS/MOG accessory products

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CHEM-TREND LTD

Chem-Trend is the most proven partner in the world for release agents, purging compounds, and other process chemical specialties.

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Resin Tack

Surface Enhancer E360

Chem-Trend® Resin Tack can be used to securely hold graphic transfers in place during the burnishing application into the mold.

• Superior resin holding technology.

• Securely holds graphic transfers in place when positioning during the burnishing application into the mold.

• Fully compatible with polyolefin plastic parts. Also used to create unique patterns using multi-colored resins during the rotomolding process.

Chem-Trend® Surface Enhancer E360 can be used as a supplementary mold coating for the rotational molding process where powder is seen to encounter flow difficulties during the molding of complex shapes.

Chem-Trend® Surface Enhancer E360 makes the difference between a smooth clean part and a scrapped part.

• Reduce scrap.

• Increase the strength around inserts.

• Improves the appearance and functionality of threads.

• Prevent pinholes, voids and blowout.

• Eliminate thinning and bridging with better resin flow.

• Improves the surface conditions of rotomolded parts.

ROTOLOADTM

A fully automated, gravimetric powder conveying and dispensing unit The ROTOLOAD™ cuts labor and material costs while quickly, accurately, and safely managing powder weighing and dispensing by: • Increasing accuracy • Maintaining consistency • Reducing spillage and waste • Providing material control and traceability • Freeing up valuable floor space • Reducing tow-motor traffic • Increasing cleanliness • Decreasing injuries • Increasing profit!

WIDE RANGE OF “STANDARD” SIZES FOR ALL APPLICATIONS INTEGRAL AND CENTRAL CONFIGURATIONS BARCODE OR RFID TECHNOLOGY. SEIMENS PLC CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC BUCKET SYSTEM WITH PNEUMATIC DUST HOOD.

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FLASH-IT Blue and Red

Quality Rotomoulding Ancillary Tools Promoting Operator Safety and Tool Preservation

FLASH-IT Blue Long reach, quick parting flash removal tool FLASH-IT Red Short reach, quick parting flash removal tool • Remove parting line flash with ease.

• Eliminates the H&S issues that are associated with trimming knives.

• Suitable for both left & right-handed operators.

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FLASH-IT Yellow

FLASH-IT Yellow Versatile parting line flash removal tool • Ideal for removing parting line flash from intricate and complex profiles.

• V shaped cutting profile tracks the raised flash line.

• Eliminates the H&S issues that are associated with trimming knives.

• Suitable for both left and right handed operators.

FLASH-IT Green

FLASH-IT Grey

FLASH-IT Green Core feature parting line flash removal tool.

FLASH-IT Grey None metallic parting line flange scraper

Universal 3 in 1 tool 1. Removes parting line flash from internal cored features/holes 2. Removes parting line flash from intricate& tight profiles.

3. Removes sharp/rough edges from post-mould machined/drilled features.

• Thicker flash lines can be removed with several passes.

• Eliminates the H&S issues that are associated with trimming knives.

• Suitable for both left & right-handed operators.

FLASH-IT Grey Scraper Blade Replacement scraper blades • Remove polymer residue from your roto tool parting flanges with ease.

• Polymer based Scraper Blade eliminates damage to the parting flanges.

• Ideal for operator in-cycle parting flange cleaning.

• Scraper Blade can be replaced when the edges become dull .

• Twin scraper edges, shallow angle for general residue removal & deep angle for heavier residue removal.

FLASH-IT Orange

FLASH-IT Orange Anti-slip flange prise point lever • Profiled lever for releasing tooling sections via parting flange prise points.

• Unique head profile, prevents the lever from slipping inwards & damaging the moulding or tool cavity.

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Quality Roto Moulding Ancillary Tools Promoting Operator Safety and Tool Preservation

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Specialist in Release Agents Since 1942, Stoner Molding Solutions has been known for superior performance and consistent quality.

TraSys® 420 WATER BASED MOLD RELEASE COATING

Temperature Sensor Labels

TraSys® 420 is a translucent water-based dispersion for rotational molding applications.

Being a semi-permanent solution, multiple releases can be achieved per application improving the efficiencies in production.

TraSys® 414 MOLD RELEASE COATING

Thermometer Specialist provide temperature and humidity calibration services using equipment calibrated and traceable to UKAS.

TraSys® 414 heavy-duty mold release coating is a translucent water-based dispersion for rotational molding applications.

When applied to a mold, it exhibits outstanding release or anti-stick properties and has a very low coefficient of friction.

Designed for molders looking for the maximum number of releases.

ADVANCED THERMOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGIES A range of temperature test strips that will record, permanently, the highest bracketed temperature reached by the label.

Various styles of labels are produced to cover temperatures between 29ºC and 290ºC

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No.64 Patch

No 73 SWF 1/4 FPT Raised

1.400” spin weldable patch with a recessed driving lug for no surface pertrusion natural in color.

1/4” raised from surface female pipe thread fitting natural in color.

Custom Plastics has two manufacturing locations in California and Indiana. They have been serving customers and industries for over 50 years with proprietary products of spin welded fittings and other related items.

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No.58N 2” FPT Flush

P-2 2” MPT Threaded Plug

No.79N 3/4” FPT FLush

2” flush with surface female pipe thread fitting natural in color.

2” plug male pipe thread natural in colour.

3/4” flush with surface female pipe thread fitting natural in colour.

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No.58 HD Flush Natural

2” flush with surface female pipe thread with thicker wall fitting natural in color.

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No.87N 1” FPT Flush

No.83N 1/2” FPT FLush

1” flush with surface female pipe thread fitting natural in colour.

1/2” flush with surface female pipe thread fitting natural in colour.

No.71N Patch 2.200

No.57N 1-1 1/2” FPT Flush

Spin Weld Tool

2.200” spin weldable patch natural in colour.

1 1/2” flush with surface female pipe thread natural in colour.

Machined aluminum drivers that fit with the corresponding fitting to be used with a router to hold the fitting in place while the spin welding processed is being applied.

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PL-S® Parting Line Sealer

RMC3® Rotational Moulding Compound

POLYMER FUSION SEALING TECHNOLOGY

ROTATIONAL MOULDING COMPOUND

Mold In Graphic Systems® manufacture specialty graphic labels and products for the polyolefin industry worldwide.

They are known for their top-quality solutions and innovative products.

PL-S® is a unique polymer compound and is a temporary fix for damaged mould parting lines. PL-S® helps prevent blow holes, gaps and voids at the parting line and keeps the powder in the mould.

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RMC3® creates solid features in rotomoulded parts which would normally be considered impossible via conventional rotomoulding means.

RMC3® is particularly suitable for hard-to-reach cavities in the mould where powder flow is compromised.

RMC3® is available in Black and Natural

Patch N’ Go®

Color On System

Color In System

POLYMER FUSION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY

POLYMER FUSION PAINT TECHNOLOGY

POLYMER FUSION PAINT TECHNOLOGY

Patch N’ Go® Polymer fusion repair technology is used for cosmetic repairs to polyolefin products, removing blemishes, blow holes, dents, gashes, and gaps.

The Color On System is applied to the plastic part with an HVLP spray gun.

After applying a covering of MIGS Clear Coat, the coating is heated with a flame gun to fuse the coating to the part.

The polymers and pigments integrate with the part for life, permanently adding colour and special effects to rotomoulded products.

The Color In System is applied in the mould with an HVLP spray gun.

The polymers and pigments integrate with the part for life, permanently adding colour and special effects to rotomoulded products.

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Multi-Clean

Burnishing Pads For the application of Mold In Graphics® and Mold on Graphics®

Mold On Graphic® Adhesive Spray

Diamond Shape Medium Bead Green Burnishing Pad 2.5” x 3”

Small Round Medium Bead Green Burnishing Pad 2inch diameter

MULTI-CLEAN Multi-Clean has a gentle foaming action which removes grime, dust, dirt, and mould release build up. A perfect accessory for cleaning the graphic area in the mould before transferring a Mold In Graphic® - or the plastic before transferring a Mold On Graphic®.

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Teflon Burnishing Pad For use with Teflon and highly polished aluminium moulds

MIG®5 Scraper/ Removal Tool approx 4”x 3” (Compatible with MIG® 5 Graphic removal for use with smooth mold textures)

MOLD ON GRAPHIC® Mold On Graphic® Adhesive Spray is used to help transfer a Mold On Graphic® to the plastic part.

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SUPPLIER

MATRIX POLYMERS ORDER CODE

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Chem Trend

A90214

Surface Enhancer 360

Chem Trend

A90041

ROTOLOADTM Custom Plastics

Resin Tack For enquires please email sales@matrixpolymers.com

A90124

No 64A Patch No 64 with driving lug recessed

Custom Plastics

A90185

SWF ¼ FPT Raised No 73

Custom Plastics

A90121

No 58N 2" FPT Flush Natural SWF

Custom Plastics

A90126

P-2 2" MPT Threaded Plug Natural Polyethylene

Custom Plastics

A90119

No 79N 3/4" FPT Flush Natural SWF

Custom Plastics

A90154

No 58HD 2" FPT Flush Natural Heavy Duty SWF

Custom Plastics

A90146

No 87N 1" FPT Flush Natural SWF

Custom Plastics

A90118

No 83N 1/2" FPT Flush Natural SWF

Custom Plastics

A90186

No 71B Patch 2.200” Pilot x 3.400” OD Black

Custom Plastics

A90165

No 57N 1-1/2" FPT Flush Natural SWF

Custom Plastics

A90130

Drive Tool for Part No 83 (1/2" FPT Flush)

Custom Plastics

A90209

D-55 Spin Weld Tool

Custom Plastics

A90208

D-58HD Spin Weld Tool

Custom Plastics

A90207

D-57 Spin Weld Tool

Custom Plastics

A90206

D-87 Spin Weld Tool

Custom Plastics

A90205

D-79BSP Spin Weld Tool

Custom Plastics

A90133

Drive Tool for Part No 58 (2" FPT Flush)

Custom Plastics

A90134

Drive Tool for Part No 64A

Custom Plastics

A90135

Drive Tool for Part No 79BSP

Custom Plastics

A90131

Drive Tool for Part No 79 (3/4" FPT Flush)

Custom Plastics

A90132

Drive Tool for Part No 87 (1" FPT Flush)

Custom Plastics

A90171

Drive Tool for Part No 70 (D-70)

Custom Plastics

A90163

Drive Tool for Part No 84 (¼" FPT)

Pointer Solutions

A90220

FLASH-IT Red

Pointer Solutions

A90224

FLASH-IT Green

Pointer Solutions

A90225

FLASH-IT Grey

Pointer Solutions

A90223

FLASH-IT Yellow

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MATRIX POLYMERS ORDER CODE

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Pointer Solutions

A90221

FLASH-IT Blue

Pointer Solutions

A90228

FLASH-IT Orange

Stoner Molding Solutions

A90033

TraSys 420 Water Based Mold Release Coating

Stoner Molding Solutions

A90032

TraSys 414 Mold Release Coating

TMC Hallcrest

A90116

Temperature Sensor Labels (1000)

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90068

MIGs Parting Line Sealer

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90036

Small Round Medium Bead Burnishing Pad

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90042

MOGs Adhesive Spray

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90044

MIGs Bulk In Solvent Black

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90065

MIGs Multi-Clean all purpose cleaner

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90196

Diamond Shape Medium Bead Burnishing Pad

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90045

MIGs Bulk In Solvent White

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90219

Yellow Teflon Burnishing Pad

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90215

MIGs Rotational Molding Compound NAT 20lb block

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90218

MIGS Patch ‘N’ Go

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90046

MIGs Bulk In Solvent Red

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90216

Mold in Graphic Systems Mold in Graphic Systems

A90195 A90063

MIGs Rotational Molding Compound Black 20lb Block MIG®5 Scraper Removal Tool

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90061

MOGs Spray On Color Red

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90059

MOGs Spray On Color Blue

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90058

MOGs Spray On Color Black

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90048

MIGs Spray In Color Black

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90056

MIGs Spray In Color White

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90052

MIGs Spray In Color Green

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90057

MIGs Spray In Color Yellow

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90050

MIGs Spray In Color Brown

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90049

MIGs Spray In Color Blue

Mold in Graphic Systems

A90116

MIGs Parting Line Sealer

MOGs Spray On Color Yellow

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