Formulated to conform to highly intricate metal and plastic components, Fermapor K31 is a product line of two-component, crosslinking polyurethane formed-in-place foam sealants.
A new surface treatment can make a variety of electronic surfaces waterproof.
October 6, 2017
International Data Corp. (IDC) discovered more than 900,00 smartphones are damaged by liquids every day globally.1 IDC’s research has found that liquid damage is the second-largest cause of damaged smartphones after broken screens, representing 35% of all devices repaired. This damage results in significant costs to the end users, device manufacturers, carriers and retailers, with the impact of liquid damage estimated to be worth nearly $100 billion each year.
Due to increased interest in smart polymer coatings used to control wetting properties, scientists are working on a way to further develop the properties in applications.
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