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Case Studies: ABS Applications

	ESD-Protected Tray Safely transporting highly sensitive devices to prevent damage from ESD requires specialized carriers that not only address ESD, but also satisfy additional performance requirements specific to the end-use application.
	Mouthguard Imagine a sports mouthguard that not only protects teeth and reduces the risk of concussion, it inhibits bacteria and makes a fashion statement while at the same time actually improving the wearer's athletic performance!
	Obstetric Vacuum Pump Nor has childbirth ever been seen as completely safe; inherent risks exist for both mother and child. Through the ages, medical technology has evolved to deal with birthing complications and to reduce risks for both patients.
	Soap Dispenser A soap dispenser molded by Inopak, Ltd. incorporates an RTP 600 Series ABS masterbatch containing Fluoroguard®. The lubricating additive extends dispenser life cycles by as much as four-times.
	Foundation Vent Vents installed in home foundations provide an exit path for radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas that rises from the ground under a house. Traditional vents fabricated in metal often corrode and become difficult to open or close.
	Pens Sheaffer, Inc., of Fort Madison, IA, a manufacturer of assorted writing instruments, called on RTP Company to meet multiple material requirements for the new line of Award™ Roller Ball pens.
	Microphone Voice Commander computer microphones, made by Telex Communications, Inc., feature high-resolution, unidirectional sound capabilities.
	Connector Hood Positronic Industries of Springfield, MO and RTP Company teamed-up to meet shielding requirements for a connector hood.
	Printer Components The Tektronix® Phaser® 350 color printer presents numerous material demands. Two primary requirements are high heat resistance and structural integrity.
	Button Switches RTP Company precolored material plays a critical role in the lives of those with limited motor skills.
	Cosmetics Compacts When Nina Ricci of Ury, France, develops colorful packaging, they contact Codiplast SNC in Beaune, France for technical assistance.
	Printer Take-up Hub Thanks to the recommendation of molder Vaupell Industrial Plastic of Seattle, Washington, an RTP Company glass-filled ABS PermaStat® compound is the material of choice
	Film Cartridge End Caps Static buildup in the film processing industry is a constant problem. Dust particles attracted to film are one concern.
	Coffee Grinder Receptacle RTP Company and Bunn-o-matic of Springfield, Illinois are helping people wake up each morning with the smell of freshly ground coffee.
	Memory Module Remover Stratos Innovations, Seattle, Washington, specified RTP Company's PermaStat® 600, a permanent antistatic, nonsloughing ABS.
	Paper Transport System The Exit Hopper and Paper Feed Tray are parts used in the paper transport system of Kodak Imagelink Information Capture Products.
	Gas Sniffer An RTP Company stainless steel reinforced ABS compound snuffed out a competitive metal as the best material for a gas monitor application.
	Conductive Transport Box A carbon fiber reinforced ABS material compounded by RTP Company provides conductive properties needed for a new substrate carrier box.
	Heart Monitor A remote heart monitoring device manufactured by Marquette Electronics of Milwaukee, Wis., gives hospital patients freedom of movement.