New compounding line for Altuglas International at its Bristol facility

Altuglas International, an Arkema Group subsidiary and the world leading producer of PMMA with its Altuglas® and Plexiglas®* brands for acrylic sheet and resin products, has announced its intention to expand production capability at its Bristol plant in Pennsylvania to meet increasing demand on the American continent for its Plexiglas® acrylic resin and its acrylic capstock products.

The creation of this new, technologically advanced compounding line will help produce Plexiglas® acrylic resin and Solarkote® acrylic capstock specialty products more cost-effectively. These innovative specialty products are used in a variety of critical automotive, building product, pool and spa and signage. Designed for the highest quality production, the new manufacturing line will have the necessary flexibility to switch between long runs and short runs for custom orders.

“Next-generation acrylic technologies being developed in our R&D laboratories will help our customers extend the creative and performance possibilities of their products,” said Christophe de Saint Louvent, President of Altuglas International. “With our high level of compounding expertise, optical color lab resources, and commitment to providing the best possible service, our customers can depend on Altuglas International for a reliable supply of premium quality products to meet their most challenging requirements.”

Plexiglas® is the trademark in the Americas and Altuglas® the trademark in the rest of the world. Plexiglas® and Altuglas® acrylic sheet is used essentially in the visual communication, sanitary ware, construction and urban equipment markets.