INDUSTRY NEWS
Oxford Advanced Surfaces announces new Chinese representative
Oxford Advanced Surfaces , ( OAS ), a pioneer and market leader in the surface treatment of polymeric , plastic and composite materials by the application of highly reactive carbene chemistry , has announced the expansion of their global reach with new representation in China .
The new representative , Suzhou Composites Co . Ltd , based in Suzhou City near Shanghai , will support the full range of OAS surface treatments including the new Onto™ EP1132 .
The Onto™ range of surface preparation products have been developed to work with composites , as well as a wide range of engineering plastics . It is equally effective on materials that are difficult to bond or coat , such as PA ( nylon ) or PEEK . The products are available in spray and brush formulations , so are suitable for adhesive bonding or painting and lacquering applications . Onto™ is fit for use in both manual and automated processes .
Terence Warmbier , Head of Business Development , Oxford Advanced Surfaces says : “ We are very pleased to announce Suzhou Composites Co . Ltd as a representative of our products for Asia . They have more than 20 years ’ experience of composites and great knowledge and technical capabilities regarding their local market .
“ Developing the global network for our products is very exciting and allows us to easily share our products with the rest of the world . We look forward to developing a strong relationship with China and hopefully expanding across other countries .”
Suzhou Composite Material Co . Ltd focuses on the development , production , import and export of a variety of chemical products and composite materials .
Dong Yuda , General Manager , from Suzhou Composites Co . Ltd say : “ Suzhou Composites Co . Ltd focuses on representing quality products to the Chinese and wider Asian Market . Adding Onto™ to our portfolio will allow our markets to have access to this innovative surface treatment technology .”
OAS Onto™ range has a variety of applications including automotive , marine , agriculture and energy . A spin- out from the University of Oxford , the technology , developed over a number of years , is unique as it allows for surface preparation without the need to etch or damage the materials .
The patented technology already has proven applications and is designed to utilise the maximum potentials of a variety of modern materials .
To find out more about Oxford Advanced Surfaces and their Onto™ surface treatments , visit their website ; https :// www . oxfordsurfaces . com /
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