Abstract: The invention provides cross-linked polymeric films, laminates, membranes or other polymeric articles, which show rubber like heat resistance (hot set) and dimensional stability above the polymer melting point, while maintaining heat sealing properties. For example, the invention provides a film comprising at least one layer formed from a composition comprising the following components: A) at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of the following: i) an ethylene-based polymer, ii) an ethylene/?-olefin/diene interpolymer, and ii) a C4-C10 olefin-based polymer; B) at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of a propylene/ethylene interpolymer and a propylene/&alpha,- -olefin interpolymer; and wherein the film is crosslinked using radiation and/or chemicals.

Abstract: A building or construction material comprises a fluorinated polymer system. The fluorinated polymer system is heat weldable and waterproofing, which shows improved adhesion properties and has a wide range of applications in building and construction industries.

Abstract: A flexible heating element for a vehicle seat or the like includes at least one flexible heating resistor element and at least two flexible supply electrodes arranged at a distance from each other and at least partly embedding the heating resistor element between them to form a layered structure. The flexible heating resistor is formed of a material having a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) effect. The layered structure includes a plurality of recesses formed therein defining a plurality of webs, the webs and recesses resulting in a net-like structure.

Abstract: A flexible heating element for a vehicle seat or the like includes at least one flexible heating resistor element and at least two flexible supply electrodes arranged at a distance from each other and at least partly embedding the heating resistor element between them to form a layered structure. The flexible heating resistor is formed of a material having a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) effect. The layered structure includes a plurality of recesses formed therein defining a plurality of webs, the webs and recesses resulting in a net-like structure.

Abstract: Insulation compounds are described that have been formulated for use in a refrigeration environment. The materials consist of crosslinkable compounds made from ionomer (EAS), polyether block amide (PEBA), polybutyleneterephthalate (PBT) homo- or copolymers, and/or polyvinylidenefluoride (PVDF). The insulation compounds are intended for use as wire insulation and in the fabrication of gaskets and liners. The compounds show superior resistance to refrigerants such as HCFC-22, HCFC-123, and HFC-134a. Crosslinking provides resistance to creeping under heat and pressure.