Michelman introduces single sizing solution for chopped, continuous fiber

Michelman (Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.) is introducing Hydrosize 1202, a new fiber sizing technology designed to support chopped strand and continuous fiber applications using a single formulation. The sizing system is intended to help composites manufacturers simplify operations and reduce costs by eliminating the need to stock and manage multiple sizing products.

Designed for use with glass, carbon and natural fibers, Hydrosize 1202 is a sizing used to reinforce polypropylene, delivering consistent performance across fiber formats and supporting reliable processing in composite applications. By supporting multiple production configurations with one sizing, the technology simplifies how manufacturers deploy sizing across different fiber formats.

“Hydrosize 1202 was developed to give manufacturers greater flexibility without adding operational burden,” says Lauren Hickey, senior manager, global marketing, fibers and fomposites, Michelman. “By enabling both chopped strand and continuous fiber applications with a single sizing, customers can simplify their processes while maintaining the performance required for polypropylene-reinforced composite systems.”

Hydrosize 1202 expands Michelman's Hydrosize portfolio, which includes sizing technologies that provide lubricity, adhesion and print receptivity across composite and textile applications. In addition, Michelman is advancing development programs for ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) binders and high-temperature carbon fiber sizings.

Visit Michelman at Booth M116 in Hall 6.