Anti Static Masterbatch
The antistatic masterbatch: a tool against plastic static electricity
One of the characteristics that promotes the accumulation of static electricity is low conductivity. Plastics and textiles have low conductivity, which automatically makes them susceptible to static electricity. Therefore, electric charge is a problem that plastic product manufacturers are forced to deal with. This is where the antistatic masterbatch comes in.
Generally speaking, an antistatic is a formula or solution that prevents static electricity from appearing, accumulating or rebuilding over time. In order to fulfill their purpose or become user-friendly, many plastic products must include antistatic properties. This is achieved by mixing antistatic additives into the raw polymer, during the production process, to create an antistatic polymer. The antistatic masterbatch can also be implemented on the product’s external surface, as a surface coating.
Rayka Plast’s antistatic masterbatch operates very effectively. It contains molecules that migrate to the product’s surface, an action which automatically draws airborne water molecules onto the surface as well. This meeting of molecules depletes the electric charge.
Rayka Plast’s antistatic masterbatch is ideal for a wide variety of industries:
• The automotive industry: antistatic additives prevent the accumulation of dust and static electricity on plastic car interiors and exteriors.
• The packaging industry: The last thing food manufacturers want is for their shelf-stable products to become charged with static electricity. Rayka Plast’s antistatic additives prevent dust and electric charge, while adhering to food industry standards and regulations.
• The textile industry: The raw materials used by this industry are static electricity prone. Rayka Plast’s antistatic masterbatch can be incorporated into FIBC bags, shade nets, greenhouse twines and more.
