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| Chem-Calk 1200-HT  Bostik Inc.'s Construction & Industrial (C&I) Business Unit has added a High Temperature silicone sealant to its Chem-Calk 1200 Series. Chem-Calk 1200-HT delivers excellent weatherability and an extreme temperature range of -52º C to 260º C. The 100% silicone formulation offers easy gunning, superb tooling and tenacious adhesion to most construction and industrial materials. The high-performance sealant does not shrink and is permanently flexible. "Chem-Calk 1200-HT is ideal for sealing everything from exhaust stacks, ductwork and flanged pipe joints to industrial ovens and boilers, and electrical and electronic equipment," says James Downing, Bostik C&I Market Manager - Construction Products. Downing says the product launch is part of Bostik's rapidly expanding Chem-Calk Silicone Solutions Program. "A leader in polyurethane commercial and residential construction sealants for decades, Bostik is fast becoming the silicone sealant leader in this market as well," Downing notes. Chem-Calk 1200-HT is a red, RTV, acetoxy-cure silicone featuring extreme continuous and intermittent temperature capabilities. The ready-to-use formulation features an extended service life and is designed to lessen installation fatigue. "Chem-Calk 1200-HT strengthens our Chem-Calk Silicone Solutions line-up and builds upon our leadership position in the marketplace," Downing says. "Unlike competitive products, our Chem-Calk Silicone Solutions offer high polymer content, superb adhesion and excellent elastomeric properties. Chem-Calk 1200-HT is no exception. It meets the stringent brand standards our loyal Chem-Calk customers have come to expect from Bostik." Kurt Zintner, Bostik Technical Service Manager - Construction Sealants & Adhesives, says Chem-Calk 1200-HT meets: ASTM C920; TT-S-00230C; TT-S-001543A; FDA 21 CFR.177.2600, USDA; and MIL-A-46106 standards; and is CARB and SCAQMD compliant. "Chem-Calk 1200-HT is available immediately in convenient 10.3-ounce gunnable cartridges, each capable of covering up to 100 linear feet with a 1/8th-by1/8th-inch seal," Zintner adds. "All signs point toward a warm marketplace welcome for this hot new product." write your comments about the article :: © 2010 Construction News :: home page |