Performance Polymers
Energy efficient, durable and safe materials for innovative appliances
From refrigeration and heating systems to kitchen and cleaning appliances, BASF combines engineering plastics, polyurethanes and elastomer solutions to help manufacturers improve energy efficiency, durability, design freedom and user comfort.
What applications benefit from high-performance materials?
Key Benefits
- High temperature resistance
- Chemical resistance
- Mechanical durability
- Food-contact approval
Key Benefits
- Superior insulation
- Energy efficiency
- Low weight
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Ultrason® is the ideal material for stylish, durable and food-safe applications for household, catering and food packaging. The transparent, high-temperature resistant Ultrason® grades keep their excellent mechanical properties and dimensional stability over a wide temperature range. Ultrason® can substitutes glass, metal, ceramic and porcelain
High-performance microcellular polyurethane elastomer reduces noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) in appliances while delivering superior advantages over traditional materials, such as many other elastic materials.
What materials does BASF offer for appliance applications?
BASF offers a broad portfolio of engineering plastics and polyurethane solutions for household and commercial appliances. Our materials help manufacturers meet demanding requirements for energy efficiency, durability, safety, design and efficient production.
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Q: What materials does BASF offer for appliance applications?
BASF offers a broad portfolio of polyurethane systems and engineering plastics for household and commercial appliances. Solutions include insulation materials for refrigerators and freezers, vibration damping materials, high-performance engineering plastics for electrical and structural components, and materials designed for demanding temperature and durability requirements.
Q: How can BASF materials help improve appliance energy efficiency?
Energy efficiency starts with effective insulation and lightweight, durable component design. BASF solutions such as Elastocool® and Balindur® help appliance manufacturers reduce heat loss, improve thermal performance, and support compliance with increasingly stringent energy-efficiency standards.
Components that transition from metal to composite also benefit from improved efficiency due to lightweighting. BASF solutions such as Ultramid® and Ultradur® help manufacturers meet energy-efficiency targets.
Q: Which BASF materials are used in refrigerators and freezers?
For refrigeration appliances, BASF offers Elastocool® rigid polyurethane foam systems and Balindur® solutions for vacuum insulation panels. These materials help maximize insulation performance while supporting efficient manufacturing processes and reduced material consumption.
BASF solutions such as Ultramid®, Ultradur® and Petra® PET are currently utilized in appliance structural components and motor assemblies.
Q: How can BASF help reduce noise and vibration in appliances?
BASF provides materials that improve Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) performance in appliances such as washing machines and dryers. Advanced polyurethane and Cellasto® solutions can help reduce vibration, improve user comfort, and contribute to quieter appliance operation. Engineering Plastics Materials Ultramid® portfolio is designed for NVH and in conjunction with our technical support can offer support on designing parts with NVH in mind.
Q: Which engineering plastics are suitable for appliance components?
BASF offers several engineering plastics for appliance applications, including Ultramid® (PA), Ultradur® (PBT), Ultraform® (POM), and Ultrason® high-performance polymers. These materials combine mechanical strength, chemical resistance, dimensional stability for demanding appliance designs.
Q: Can BASF materials support appliance safety and electrical performance?
Yes. BASF provides flame-retardant and electrically optimized material grades that help manufacturers meet safety requirements for modern connected appliances. These solutions support reliable performance in electrical, electronic, and SMART-home applications.
Q: How does BASF support sustainability in the appliance industry?
BASF helps appliance manufacturers advance sustainability through materials that improve energy efficiency, enable lightweight designs, and support resource conservation. The company also develops solutions that contribute to lower environmental impact throughout the appliance lifecycle.
Q: How does BASF support appliance manufacturers during product development?
BASF works closely with customers from material selection to production optimization. Manufacturers benefit from application expertise, technical support, simulation capabilities, global development resources, and a broad portfolio that covers multiple appliance applications and performance requirements.