Advantages of Electron Beam Cross-Linking

Ambient Process

Cross-linking Takes Place in the Solid State

Highly Controlled Process

Irradiation Dose is the Single Variable

Fast, Continuous Process

Favorable Economics

Environmentally Favorable

No Additives Required

No Hazardous By-Products

No Radioactive Source

Products Considered Unadulterated by Regulatory Agencies and Certifying Bodies

e.g., FDA, National Sanitary Foundation, etc.

Works for Polymers Which are Difficult to Cross-link Chemically

Electron Beam vs. Peroxide Cross-Linking