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Intercept Shrinkfilm Provides 3-Way Protection:
Anti-Corrosion, Anti-Static, Anti-Mold/Mildew

Intercept Technology is a revolutionary product developed by Bell Labs.  This new technology employs a reactive polymer that reacts with and neutralizes the gases that cause metals to corrode or rust.  Intercept Technology currently is in use by Fortune 500 aerospace and telecommunication companies to provide stable, effective, long lasting corrosion and Electro-static discharge (ESD) protection while neutralizing destructive mold and mildew coming into contact with the resin.

Metallic corrosion is caused primarily by the reaction of corrosive or reactive atmospheric gases.  These reactive gases (ozone, hydrogen sulfide, carbonyl sulfide, hydrogen chloride, sulfur dioxide) easily combine with metal surfaces causing corrosion and oxidation.  Bell Labs determined that up to 80% of their latent, or premature field defects were being caused by, or related to corrosion. 

Gases containing sulfur and chlorine are the major gases causing corrosion.  Preventing corrosion means keeping these and other reactive gases from attacking or contacting the metal surfaces.  Keeping these gases away from the metal surfaces will keep the surfaces clean and free of oxidation and corrosion. 

How do you effectively keep the gases away? The answer is Intercept Technology * utilizing a revolutionary approach of inserting highly reactive Copper into the polymer matrix.  This backbone of Copper forms a reactive barrier to the gases.  Because of this torturous path through the Copper it is impossible for these gases to pass through Intercept to attack what is inside the shrink-wrapped film.  While  inside the container, the Intercept acts as a preferential corrosion site reacting and cleansing trapped air, making a safe micro-environment for your stored/shipped objects.  Intercept also provides protection from static electricity – the silent killer of electronics.
Advantages:


v   ESD and CDM safe 
       * In the ideal ESD range         
v  Environmentally and Personnel friendly
       * Uses no oils – NOT A VCI
       * Completely recyclable
v  Unaffected by temperature or humidity
      extremes
       * Outdoor storage/shipment stabilized
v    Non-Contaminating and Non-Outgassing:
      Safe for all plastics and optics
      (unlike VCI’s)
       * Contains no amines

Intercept has been used successfully for years protecting everything from satellites and sensitive guidance systems, optical switches, major works of art, sculptures, silver, rubber components, paper, and even guitar strings. The copper in the material helps control the formation and growth of molds and mildew when in intimate contact with the surface.  One hallmark of this new polymer class is that it is so versatile.

Bell Labs developed the Intercept technology as a way to better protect their own systems.  They discovered that corrosion weakens electrical components, making them more sensitive to ESD effects.   Also, corrosion adversely effects solderability – it is very difficult to solder through corrosion or oxidation.  Intercept keeps surfaces pristine, enhancing solderability and extending useful operating life of the electronic system or component.

The technology now is available by FPM as Intercept Shrinkfilm.   Ideal for military and commercial aviation, boat, equipment, and materiel shipment/storage, Intercept provides 3-way protection, using only 1 product.


Additional Info: www.shrinkwrapping.com
FPM Inc. (The Shrink-wrapping Company)
Tel 800-222-4449 (E.S.T.);
Fax 800-222-4456
Tel or Fax/250-539-5130 (P.S.T.) or
email: randydutton@gi-wireless.net
Contact: Randy Dutton
Intercept is registered by EMI Corp.