OTECH has a number of non-vinyl options for footwear applications have been developed and feature some very unique properties. The property enhancements from these OTECH compounds for shoe and boot designs, improve wear, surface appearance, weight and chemical resistance.
OTECH has several SBS and SEBS compounds being used in casual footwear applications including rainboots, utility boots and clogs. These compounds are a light-weight option that may replace some PVC applications.
OTECH has a new line of Cross-Linked, Expanded EVA compounds that are being sold into sandal, soling and boot applications. These compounded products offer the benefits of very light weights, with finished specific gravities as low as 0.3 post expansion, as well as superior wear and abrasion. OTECH also makes other cross-linked thermoplastic olefins that exhibit superior wear properties, slip resistance, and chemical resistance properties from the partial cross-linking of the finished products. Polyolefin elastomer compounds are also a growing option in other consumer goods applications.
4744 E. Oaknoll Road
Rolling Prairie, IN 46371
Phone: 219-778-8001
Fax: 219-778-8007
