Kydex LLC

SEKISUI KYDEX makes thermoplastic sheet and molding resins for demanding markets, including aviation, medical, mass transit and heavy equipment. The company was founded in 1965 and is a subsidiary of SEKISUI America Corporation, which is owned by SEKISUI Chemical. It says its polymers are fire rated and made without plasticizers.

Products

• KYDEX thermoplastic sheet for thermoforming and pressure forming, used to replace sheet metal, laminates and sheet molding compound
• KYDEX injection molding resins, formulated to match the properties and color of the sheet, with a guide for aviation use
• ALLEN branded sheets with low gloss, matte, medium gloss and high gloss finishes
• Materials certified to standards that include FAR 25.853, ABD0031 toxicity, BSS 7239 and UL 94
• Custom color matching and recycled grade materials

Services and labs

• appLab, an innovation center for rapid prototyping and design development
• designLab, a space for color and design work, with 3D virtualization
• FSTLab, where customers work with its teams on fire, smoke and toxicity resistant materials
• A Quick Response Manufacturing model for short lead times, even in small quantities
• A technical resource library with data sheets and processing information

Company facts

• Plants and offices in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania (6685 Low Street) and Holland, Michigan (1305 Lincoln Avenue)
• Plants hold ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and AS9100D certification, according to the company site
• Phone for Holland: +1 616 394 3810