Press release - 23 May 2019 02:39

Uddeholm paves the way for sustainability in the plastics industry

May 23rd, Uddeholm Tyrax ESR is launched globally. This steel will be used in the manufacturing of tools in the plastics industry, for instance e-mobility and packaging manufacturing. Plastic materials are evolving to meet demands concerning both functionality and sustainability. Uddeholm Tyrax ESR is specifically designed to overcome the difficulties that comes with new plastic materials.

Demands for high strength and low flammability in plastic materials is constantly increasing and at the same time environmentally-friendly materials are replacing traditional plastics. These new materials is more aggressive and has higher demands on the manufacturing process. Uddeholm Tyrax ESR is designed to help Uddeholm’s customers overcome these challenges.

The new plastic mould grade will mean a safe and reliable production to a lower production cost. It targets mainly Uddeholm’s customers with long production series and high demands on high-gloss surfaces on the end product. Uddeholm Tyrax ESR is specifically designed for high polishability.

Most significant is Uddeholm Tyrax ESR’s features for customers in the medical, electronics, e-mobility and cosmetics industries. Examples on application areas are power equipment for electric cars or premium eco-packaging for cosmetics.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
Robert Gustafsson
Brand and Communication Manager
+4672-547 08 04

Topics

Engineering

Uddeholm is the world’s leading manufacturer of tool steel for industrial tools. And that is no accident. We put our hearts into every piece of steel and every step of the process, from raw material to finished product. Technology is important, just as know-how and product development. But equally vital are desire and courage, power and a forward-looking spirit.

It’s about the passion within us – the love of steel!

Contacts

Robert Gustafsson

Press contact Brand and Communication Manager robert.gustafsson@uddeholm.com +46 72 547 08 04

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