PlastiComp™, Inc. announces a breakthrough in long fiber reinforced thermoplastic (LFRT) compounding with the introduction of its advanced line of Complet® composite pellets. The new LFRT technology solves several manufacturing problems by providing improved product consistency in a "single pellet" solution. Complet® incorporates into one complete compounded pellet the total LFRT portfolio including impact modifiers, additives, and colorants.

"According to testing conducted by our customers, Complet® composite pellets deliver superior part weight consistency and aesthetics compared to competitive products," said Steve Bowen, PlastiComp™, Inc. President and CEO.

Other LFRT blending approaches, such as dry blending, can lead to segregation of the different pelletized materials during transport and conveying causing the molded part weight to vary by more than 5%. PlastiComp’s single Complet® pellet approach improves the quality of molded parts, making them more uniform and consistent. Complet® is also formulated to meet precise customer requirements.

"With Complet®, molders do not have to worry about variation and our customers are already noticing tremendous improvements in the quality of their parts," said Bowen. “PlastiComp™, Inc. is the first to introduce this important technology to the market.”

Complet® technology can be applied to the majority of applications that traditionally were molded using dry blended pellets. PlastiComp’s dedicated and experienced team works directly with customers to define their ideal Complet® pellet composition and to shorten their development cycles. Customers can purchase Complet® directly from PlastiComp, Inc., or from the global licensees of PlastiComp™, Inc. LFRT technology located in Europe and Asia.


About PlastiComp

PlastiComp, Inc. is unique in providing both long fiber reinforced thermoplastic (LFT) technology and direct long fiber reinforced thermoplastic (D-LFT) technology to global customers. Complet® composite pellets provide a single pellet solution for customers with stringent requirements and rapid speed to market demands. In contrast, Pushtrusion® direct in-line compounding offers a complementary approach by providing substantial savings compared to precompounded thermoplastic composite pellets. PlastiComp also offers advanced contract molding along with research and development including formula development, material and part testing, and evaluation.

Complet® and Pushtrusion are registered trademarks of PlastiComp, Inc.


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