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Superabsorbent polymers, otherwise known as SAPs, absorbent polymers,
absorbent gels, super soakers, super slurpers, gel crystals, are
materials that swell in water to form a clear gel made up of separate,
individual particles. Unlike a sponge, in which water can be wrung
out easily, the hydrated gel particles retain the absorbed water
even under pressure. This
unique ability to hold absorbed
water, even against pressure, is the primary benefit of using superabsorbent
polymers.
The most common form of superabsorbents is a dry, white/off-white
powder that looks like table salt or sugar. However, some dry SAP
granules are as large as rock salt, or as small as talcum powder.
Absorbent polymers can vary in their absorption capacity, and even
in their speed of absorption - some are fast and some are slow.
In deionized water, most superabsorbents will absorb at least 200
times their weight.
ETi offers the best product(s)
to fulfill your specific needs, independent of whom the manufacturer
might be. You, the customer, now have more choice than ever before
in fulfilling your exacting fluid management requirements. Absorbent
product choices include traditional
granular superabsorbents, innovative superabsorbent
rolled goods, evolving solution
absorbents and more. Absorbent markets served include, but
are not limited to:
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Agriculture |
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Liner for flower packaging |
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Absorbent fabric coatings |
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Magic tricks |
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Absorbent films |
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Medical waste solidification |
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Body Fluid Absorption |
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Motionless waterbeds |
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Blood Absorption |
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Mortuary pads |
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Candles |
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Paint solidification |
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Cement |
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Pet pads |
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Cool ties |
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Potpourri |
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Dental Devices |
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Reusable hot/cold packs |
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Environmental Waste Solidification |
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Rolled goods |
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Fake ice (ice crystals) |
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Saline Absorption |
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Filtration/separation |
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Science kits |
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Fire protection |
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Snow Polymers |
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Food packaging |
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Spills (aqueous) |
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Fragrance carrier |
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Sport dryers |
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Gel packs |
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Surgical dryers |
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Horticulture |
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Transportation liners/protectors |
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Ice Replacement |
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Urine absorption |
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Ink solidification |
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Water blocking cables |
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Instant hot packs |
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Wheelchair pads |
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Instant ice packs |
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Wound dressings |
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Laminate Structures |
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