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• MIPO® is a Mixed Powder which is used especially as an additive for friction linings, lubricating greases, lubricating pastes, suspensions as well as for self-lubricating plastics. Its mission is to avoid annoying side effects like e.g. fading, jolting or noises when using the end product, and generally to improve its tribological attributes. MIPOs vary in composition depending on both, their end use and their base 

Application

•For production of asbestos-free brake and clutch linings for use in vehicles such as trucks, automotive and trains.
•Dry lubrication (tumbling-process) of cold forging (extrusion) of ferrous metals and for the production of plastic compounds.
•As solid lubricant in lubricating greases, pastes, dispersions (aquatic, non-aquatic), sinter metals and for dry lubrication of mechanical elements.


Properties

•Highest load carrying ability
•Wide application temperature range
•Reduces wear under load and temperature
•Stabilizes and reduces the coefficient of friction
•Replacement for MoS₂ and other solids
•Increased comfort due to noise and vibration control
•Free-flowing powder

Setralit is a technical natural fiber based on plant fibers whose property profile has been modified selectively in order to meet different industrial requirements. It was first manufactured in 1989 by Jean-Léon Spehner and further developed by the German company ECCO Gleittechnik GmbH. The name “Setralit“ is derived from the French company Setral S.à.r.l. which is a subsidiary company of ECCO.Setralit“ is produced using an ultrasonic decomposition process (named “ultrasonic break-down“). This controllable, physico-chemical process extracts most of the associated material of the plant fibers (lignin, pectin, waxes, natural adhesives, fragrances and dyestuffs, as well as dust, bacteria, and fungi spores) is removed or destroyed. These second generation Setralit-fibers show an immensely smaller range of property variations compared to those of the first generation, which makes them more attractive for industrial use.Following this, ECCO developed a series of Setralit types for various industrial end applications in cooperation with several industry partners in the construction, plastic and paper industries. In 2005, a fibrillated Setralit fiber managed to achieve the industrial breakthrough. This type is mainly used as a substitute for aramid pulp (Kevlar, Twaron etc.) for example in friction pads.The omnipresent political discussions about sustainability, protection of the natural resources, and reduction of global warming gases push the Setralit fiber into the focus of new industrial users.According to the Nova Institute, Hürth, Germany, in the future there is no alternative to the increased substantial use of agricultural raw materials. Bio-based substances such as biodegradable and durable bio plastics, natural fiber reinforced (bio) plastics (bio composites) and wood-plastic composites (WPC) form an interesting new class of materials thereby.