GENIOSIL VTE

The use of GENIOSIL® VTE as a co-monomer in polymers results in binders which, among other advantages, exhibit muchimproved wet scrub resistance and abrasion resistance thanks to crosslinking and better adhesion to the substrate. Silanemodified thermoplastics obtained by grafting with GENIOSIL® VTE can be processed further using standard techniques. Onexposure to moisture (e.g. water bath, climatic chamber), the silyl groups condense (ethanol is released) and function ascrosslinking and/or adhesion points. By treating fillers with GENIOSIL® VTE, mineral-filled polymers can be obtained whichexhibit improved mechanical and electrical properties. In addition, the particles are rendered strongly water repellent, whichresults in improved filler dispersibility and thus facilitates processing.