06 December 2003
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Microelectronics Business and
George Fisher, Inc. Combine Forces to Offer The New FuseBond™
System for Semiconductor Applications
GARDEN GROVE, CA - July 14, 2003 - Responding to industry needs for
an improved fusion technology for joining piping systems,
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Microelectronics Business has
entered into an agreement with George Fisher, Inc. to provide the
PFA FuseBondT System. The new system combines Saint-Gobain
Performance Plastics Furon© PFA piping with George Fisher's IR
PlusT (Infrared) Joining Technology to provide the industry with a
weldable PFA piping and fusion package from one source. Effective
Sept. 1, 2003, George Fisher, Inc. will be responsible for sales
and marketing responsibilities for the Saint-Gobain Performance
Plastics PFA FuseBond products packaged with IR Plus fusion
technology.
The PFA FuseBond System features repeatable high-strength PFA
welds, low weld bead profile, and documentation of all welding
parameters. Ideally suited for high purity chemical and abrasive
slurry applications in the semiconductor market, the PFA FuseBond
System is offered in pipe, fittings, and a complete line of manual
and pneumatically actuated valves in sizes from 1/4-inch through
2-inch. Fittings include alignment marks at 45 degree angles for
perfect alignment.
"This sales and marketing alliance affords the industry a new
choice by providing our customers with a PFA weldable system
solution for high-purity fluid handling applications," said Greg
Sallee, Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Microelectronics Sales
and Marketing Manager. "The new PFA FuseBond System addresses
common industry problems of high variability in weld strength and
appearance by providing customers with a reliable system that
yields repeatable welds that are traceable."
The FuseBond System incorporates George Fisher's IR Plus fusion
joining technology, which uses IR radiant heat to fuse the pipe and
fitting together. This technology prevents the pipe from touching
the heating surface, resulting in a purer, non-contaminated
end-product and smaller uniform weld bead. The system incorporates
a computerized program which directs the operator at each step of
the joining process, including facing, heating, time, temperature,
cleaning, and joining distance, minimizing the chance of error and
providing greater repeatability. The system also provides a written
document of all welding parameters.
Offered with the new FuseBond package is George Fisher's nationally
accredited fusion training program. This comprehensive program
includes hands on fusion training and certification, and
theoretical and practical training in IR weld inspection.
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics is the world's leading producer
of high-performance engineered polymer products. With 50 locations
in 17 countries the company is positioned to provide innovative
products and services to a global customer base.
The Microelectronic Business supplies a complete line of
semiconductor grade fluid handling products. Saint-Gobain
Performance Plastics provides customer's with innovative solutions
utilizing a complete product line of pumps, valves, fittings,
integrated manifolds and high-purity tubing. For further
information regarding SGPPL products access their web site at
www.plastics.saint-gobain.com
The parent company, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain, is one of the top
100 industrial corporations in the world. Founded in 1665, the
company is a leading producer of flat glass, glass containers,
insulation, reinforcements, building materials, abrasives,
industrial ceramics and piping.
Furon©, FuseBondT, IR PlusT are registered trademarks