polypropylene
Improve dishwasher impact strength, durability and consumer appeal with polypropylene resins
Add impact strength, durability and consumer appeal to your dishwashers with a wide selection of ExxonMobil™ homopolymer and impact copolymer polypropylene resins and Exxtral™ performance polyolefin including colorable, talc- and calcium carbonate-filled materials.
Used around the world by dishwasher manufacturers, our polypropylene provides:
- Excellent performance over a broad temperature range (shipping, storage and use)
- Stability in environments exposed to sustained contact with hot water and air, including solutions with high detergent concentration and/or rinse aid
- Range of melt flow rates to enable consistent parts manufacturing and maximum productivity in varying parts sizes and complexities
- Array of stiffness – impact combinations that offer economic replacement alternatives for metal and other engineered polymer resins
- Outstanding parts consolidation with Santoprene™ TPVs for improved sealing, durability and high-end aesthetics
Dishwasher recommendations*
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Parts
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Grades
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Wash Chamber (tub)
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Inner door liner
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Utensil baskets
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Dispensers, vents & connectors
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| Rack wheels & small parts | |
| Sump | MDK375 |
* Polypropylene grades frequently used by manufacturers
