Improving Material Properties
Mercury Plastics has more than 20 years of experience in cross-linking a variety of materials utilizing our 5 MeV electron beam accelerator. We are one of only a few companies in the country that have a captive operation of this type. We utilize our cross-linking expertise to enhance the properties of the products that we produce in-house and also for external customers that send us their products to cross-link.
Examples of products that we process through our electron beam: 
- Tubing
- Wire & cable
- Heat trace cable
- Electrical components
- Plumbing components
- Heat shrink plastics
- Gaskets and other molded parts
- Closed cell foam
Irradiation cross-linking results in several performance improvements, including:
- Improved tensile & impact strength
- Taste & odor enhancement
- Kink resistance
- Creep resistance
- Resistance to stress cracking
- Chemical resistance
- Improved compression set
- Extended product life expectancy
- Resistance to chlorine / chloramine attack
- Abrasion and wear resistance
- Improved dimensional stability
The use of irradiation cross-linking eliminates the need for chemical additives in the cross-linking process. Since there are no chemical additives used, there are no chemical residuals remaining on the cross-linked product. Ultimately providing a clean, safe and environmentally friendly approach to cross-linking. Whether you are in the product development phase or full production, Mercury can assist with your cross-linking requirements. Contact us at info@mercury-plastics.com or by phone at the 440.632.5281 to learn more about how we can help with your specific application.
