Edlon-PSI

During the late 1950's and early 1960's fluoropolymer plastics were used primarily for their non-stick, low coefficient of friction or insulating properties. Primary applications ranged from paint additives to wire insulation, bearing plates, gaskets and even non-stick frying pans. Edlon-PSI saw other possibilities. It even envisioned harnessing the power of fluoropolymer for corrosion-resistance, release and high purity applications.

The company was the first to develop a fusion welding process capable of joining long-length fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP). Then it introduced non-stick covers bonded to paper mill dryer rolls, which eliminated many of the common problems associated with paper production such as picking, sticking and corrosion. Edlon-PSI also developed the process of isostatically molding pipe and fitting linings from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

During the decades that followed, Edlon-PSI created an array of fluoropolymer products and processes that delivered outstanding corrosion resistance, high-temperature capabilities and non-stick properties. This has been accomplished by its pioneering developments in the application of fluoropolymers as well as the acquisition of other, similar innovators in the industry. It was among the first to offer the following:

• FEP-lined vessels
• FEP-lined internals for glass-lined reactors
• FEP/fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) dual laminate
• Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)-coated truck tank trailers
• PTFE/FRP dual laminates
• PVDF-line railroad tank cars

Today, Edlon-PSI has an extended product line of advanced fluoropolymer-based products and services engineered for traditional applications, as well as a wide variety of growth industries including pharmaceuticals, semiconductor and electronics. Its worldwide distribution network and manufacturing capabilities enable Edlon-PSI to be a major global supplier of the following products:

• Lined pipe & fittings
• Ultra-pure products
• Vessel linings & coatings
• Roll covers & coatings
• Columns & accessories
• Flexible connectors
• Glass-lined vessel repair components