MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, global supplier of integrated solutions from our Circuitry, Assembly and Semiconductor divisions that provides unmatched capabilities in electronics design and manufacturing, is proud to announce that Electrolube has been awarded ‘Best Resin Manufacturer of the Year’ for its high performing bio-based range of resins solutions, developed with renewable, organic raw-materials.  The 8th edition of EM Best of Industry Awards, organised by Electronics Maker, was held at an exclusive award ceremony on 22nd September at The Stellar Gymkhana in Greater Noida, India.

Padmanabha Shakthivelu, General Manager of Electrolube India said, “We are delighted to win this esteemed award. Being awarded ‘Best Resin Manufacturer’ is highly significant for us, given our steadfast commitment to innovation and sustainability. Our new bio-based range of resin solutions is a major achievement for our R&D teams in India, China and the UK. The cross-collaboration has developed a bio-range that is not only a viable and environmentally friendly alternative to materials derived from petrochemicals, but also competes in terms of performance and reliability. Our bio-based resins provide an advantageous solution, meeting the ethical needs of manufacturers and end users, and having significantly less impact on the environment.”

Part of the bio-based range, Electrolube’s polyurethane resin, UR5645 has a bio-sourced content of over 60% is ideal for a wide range of applications including automotive and marine. UR5645 is a highly versatile resin with an operating temperature range of -50 to +150oC and is low viscosity, providing a faster potting process. It is also highly resistant to acids, alkalis and fuels, ideally suited for the harshest conditions such as those found in automotive applications.

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions enables electronics interconnection through the innovative specialty chemicals and materials from our Alpha, Compugraphics, Electrolube, Kester, and MacDermid Enthone brands. We serve all global regions and all steps of device manufacturing within every segment of the electronics supply chain. The experts in our Semiconductor Solutions, Circuitry Solutions, and Assembly Solutions divisions collaborate with OEMs and fabricators in the implementation of new technologies that redefine what is possible in device design. Our world class technical service is constantly at hand to ensure optimized outcomes in yield and productivity. Our solutions can increase throughput, reduce carbon footprints, lower total cost of ownership, and enable electronics innovation.

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