Birmingham, UK - Epoxy and polyurethane resin supplier John Burn has been appointed by French resin formulator Synthene to distribute its polyurethane vacuum casting resins in the UK, the Birmingham-based company said, 6 May.
The agreement represents a significant move for Synthene to enter the UK market, John Burn said in the announcement, adding that it also represents a positive addition to the John Burn range of products.
The Synthene range of PU casting resins includes those for high-temperature applications, excellent UV stability and high impact resistance, as well as resins which are mercury-free, FAR 25 approved for aerospace and RoHS compliant.
John Burn said the Synthene range will replace the Atlas Polymers range of resin materials.
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