Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a polyacetal, or polyoxymethylene (POM), base composition which contains an additive package containing additives suitable for food processing applications. Of particular advantage, POM produced according to the present disclosure may demonstrate low formaldehyde emissions, extractables, or both, when measured by standard methods without containing any formaldehyde scavenger packages.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise at least one tribological modifier comprising an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than 100,000 mm2 s?1. The composition may exhibit a dynamic coefficient of friction against a counter-material of from about 0.01 to about 0.15. The polyoxymethylene polymer compositions provide polymer articles with improved tribological properties and mechanical properties.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than 100,000 mm2 s?1. When tested against itself, the composition of the present disclosure exhibits an extremely low dynamic coefficient of friction and produces no discernible noise over a very broad temperature range, such as from ?20° C. to 60° C.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise at least one tribological modifier comprising an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than 100,000 mm2s?1. The composition may exhibit a dynamic coefficient of friction against a counter-material of from about 0.01 to about 0.15. The polyoxymethylene polymer compositions provide polymer articles with improved tribological properties and mechanical properties.

Abstract: A fiber reinforced polyester polymer composition is disclosed that contains at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise an ultra-high molecular weight silicone alone or in combination with polytetrafluoroethylene particles. The composition not only has excellent tensile properties but also can produce a low friction surface.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. In accordance with the present disclosure, the polyoxymethylene polymer composition contains a tribological modifier, such as polytetrafluoroethylene, in combination with a stabilizer package. The stabilizer package can include a guanamine compound in combination with at least one carboxylic acid salt. The stabilizer package minimizes formaldehyde emission.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise at least one tribological modifier comprising an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than 100,000 mm2s?1. The composition may exhibit a dynamic coefficient of friction against a counter-material of from about 0.01 to about 0.15. The polyoxymethylene polymer compositions provide polymer articles with improved tribological properties and mechanical properties.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer in combination with a tribological modifier system. The tribological modifier system may include the combination of a fluoropolymer with a high density polyethylene, such as an oxidized high density polyethylene. The particular formulation provides a synergistic blend of properties. For instance, the polymer composition not only has an excellent surface appearance when molded into articles but has excellent low friction characteristics when tested against aluminum.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than 100,000 mm2 s?1. When tested against itself, the composition of the present disclosure exhibits an extremely low dynamic coefficient of friction and produces no discernible noise over a very broad temperature range, such as from ?20° C. to 60° C.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer, reinforcing fibers, and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise at least one tribological modifier comprising an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than about 100,000 mm2s?1. The composition may exhibit a dynamic coefficient of friction against a counter-material of from about 0.001 to about 0.2. The polyoxymethylene polymer compositions provide polymer articles with improved tribological properties and mechanical properties. In one embodiment, the composition contains a polyoxymethylene polymer having functional groups, a coupling agent, reinforcing fibers, and the above silicone.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise at least one silicone wax having a molecular weight of less than 40,000 g/mol. The composition may exhibit a dynamic coefficient of friction against a counter-material of from about 0.1 to about 0.5. The composition provides polymer articles with improved tribological properties.

Abstract: A tribologically modified ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMW-PE) polymer composition is disclosed. The UHMW-PE polymer composition is comprised of an UHMW-PE polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may be comprised of a silicone powder, a silicone oil, an olefin oligomer, an ultrahigh molecular weight silicone, or any combination thereof. The composition and polymer article produced therefrom may exhibit improved tribological properties, such as a reduced coefficient of friction and low wear, when contacted against a counter-material in comparison to an unmodified UHMW-PE polymer composition.

Abstract: A two component polyoxymethylene based system is disclosed. The two component system is comprised of a first polymer layer and a second polymer layer. The first polymer layer is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer composition comprising a polyoxymethylene polymer and optionally a tribological modifier. The second polymer layer is comprised of a second polymer composition comprising a liquid crystalline polymer, a polyarylene sulfide polymer, or a combination thereof and at least one tribological modifier. The compositions provide polymer articles, such as conveyor components, with improved tribological properties.

Abstract: A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier may comprise at least one tribological modifier comprising an ultra-high molecular weight silicone having a kinematic viscosity of greater than 100,000 mm2s?1. The composition may exhibit a dynamic coefficient of friction against a counter-material of from about 0.01 to about 0.15. The polyoxymethylene polymer compositions provide polymer articles with improved tribological properties and mechanical properties.