Lubrizol to Showcase Next-Generation TPU Specialties for Cables, Films and Adhesives at K Show 2025

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lubrizol, a global leader in engineered polymer solutions, will be showcasing its most recent thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) innovations at K Show. The trade show will take place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 8-15. Lubrizol’s TPU is applied in adhesives, compounding, additive manufacturing, and molded and extruded parts.

Selected key TPU innovative specialties from Lubrizol that will be featured at K Show 2025:

• New ESTANE^® ZHF 87HP8 TPU designed for thin cables with enhanced mechanical and flame properties to meet the needs of cable manufacturers regarding compliance with UL 1581 (passes Sec. 1061 cable flame test for small diameters) and IEC 50363 and EC 60332-1-2 regulations.

• Our comprehensive portfolio for hot melts and adhesive extrusion solutions has evolved with the latest additions: Pearlbond™ ECO 590 HMS TPU, Pearlbond 360 TPU, and Pearlbond 920L TPU provide unparalleled process versatility for manufacturers. These advanced products are applied across various end uses, such as seam tapes, webs, and furniture edge banding, ensuring reliable bonding performance.

• ESTANE D91T86 TPU, a versatile solution expanding its applications, is moving beyond molded specialty parts to high-performance films and other extruded parts that demand excellent weatherability and superior UV resistance compared to aromatic TPU.

“We are excited to expand our advanced TPU solutions into cutting-edge applications such as cables, films, and adhesives,” said Ivo Oerlemans, Business Director, Lubrizol Engineered Polymers EU. “Looking ahead, we are driving growth with innovative PVC and rubber replacements and empowering our customers with productivity, consistency, processability, and reliability of supply. Our TPU specialties offer unmatched versatility for superior performance, enabling flexible, durable solutions across diverse applications.”

Come to K show in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 8 to 15 to discover our latest solutions at our booth 6E29.

About Lubrizol

Lubrizol, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a science-based company whose specialty chemistry delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve well-being and enhance modern life. Every day, the innovators of Lubrizol strive to create extraordinary value for customers at the intersection of science, market needs and business success, driving discovery and creating breakthrough solutions that enhance life and make the world work better. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol has global reach and local presence, with more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales and technical offices and 7,000 employees around the world. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com