Fujian Gulei Petrochemical Company Limited's thermoplastic elastomer (SBS) unit has achieved another success – the new product SBS-4303 has successfully passed testing and is ready for mass production. Once operational, it will fill the gap in the South China market for this product.
SBS-4303 has a larger molecular weight and better mechanical properties, primarily used in road asphalt modification, waterproof membrane asphalt modification, and shoemaking. Compared to previous products in the same series, this product exhibits higher asphalt miscibility, resulting in waterproof membranes made from it with strong self-healing capabilities, good durability, high-temperature flow resistance, and impact resistance, fully meeting the market demands for waterproof membranes and asphalt modification, thus enhancing product competitiveness. Furthermore, due to the excellent anti-slip properties, breathability, and abrasion resistance of shoe soles made with this product, several shoe manufacturers have expressed interest in cooperation.
To ensure a smooth transition to production of the new product, the Chemical Engineering Department III established a dedicated team composed mainly of key technical personnel from the unit. Based on market demands for product parameters, the research team overcame the challenges in less than two months. Through optimizing the process flow, adjusting reaction parameters, and strengthening process control, they ensured that the first batch of products met quality standards and was transitioning towards high-value-added premium products.
Faced with a highly competitive market environment, the company will closely monitor market demand, continuously optimize equipment operation, develop new product grades, and continuously enhance differentiation and competitiveness to ensure stable and high production of profitable products.
