Partners

Meeting customer-focused needs with customized materials, design assistance and production technologies.

Think of us as your personal solution provider, bringing you the best answers to the hardest questions. Through our extensive network of key partners, we provide the resources to achieve your applications requirements. Our partners aim high to focus on your needs with a comprehensive range of materials, including custom sheeted materials, thermally conductive interface tapes, gap and liquid fillers, conductive adhesives, phase change materials, potting compounds, vibration and more.

With a single source, you’re linked with the world’s best thermal material manufacturers. The push is to design smaller devices that run cooler, perform more reliably and whose components last longer. One size does not fit all and R-tek represents a unique group of material suppliers. It’s important to consider the material, the options and the process technology to use for each design. These particular providers have innovative production methods and advanced manufacturing techniques. They are actively working to improve existing product lines and to create progressively new formulations for the future.

Supporting existing and future product design, development and innovation.

We bring the best solutions together. R-tek connects you with some of the world’s leading solution providers.

Our company is dedicated to searching the world to find suppliers with material sets that meet the standard requirements of many electronic modules, while at the same time keeping your material and the overall cost usage competitive. R-tek continuously keeps watch for unique and innovative products to make sure you are aware of the best new technologies the market has to offer. In addition, R-tek Thermal has aligned itself with several established research and development labs. This allows us to be able to offer new or custom materials, fulfilling the markets evolving requirements.

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Bostik-Polytec PT / Preferred Material Provider

Bostik is a multi-national adhesive company headquartered in France. They offer a vast range of adhesives for various uses. Their German subsidiary, Polytec PT GmbH develops, manufactures and distributes specialty adhesives and thermal interface materials for applications in the electronics, electrical and automotive sectors. The product portfolio includes electrically and thermally conductive gap fillers, adhesives and potting compounds, UV-curable adhesives and products for high-temperature applications.

  • Thermally conductive silicone free adhesives and gap fillers
  • EN ISO 9001 certified
  • Polytec PT has two main production sites in Karlsbad and Maxdorf, Germany
  • Specializing in technologies for e-mobility and silicone sensitive applications

Crosslink Technology Inc. / Preferred Material Provider

Crosslink is a Canadian manufacturer of custom thermoset solutions like epoxies and polyurethanes. They specialize in epoxy and polyurethane formulations and custom cast electrical components.

  • Formulator of innovative epoxy and polyurethane formulations
  • Custom cast electrical components
  • Wide range of epoxy and polyurethane applications
  • ISO 9001 certified quality standards
  • Expertise in various industries, providing exceptional customer service

Deep Materials / Preferred Material Provider

Deep Materials provides high-quality thermal interface materials and electronic components for a diverse range of applications. They manufacture thermal gels, gap pads and thermal greases that cater to many industries worldwide. Deep Materials are experts at the forefront of material science, specializing in advanced materials research and development.

  • Products offer superior thermal performance, reliability, ease of application and cost-efficiency
  • Solutions serve the communication, aerospace, computing, consumer and power electronics markets
  • Specialized coatings for extreme environments
  • Deep Materials has operations in China, U.S. and Taiwan

Dymax / Preferred Material Provider

Dymax, based in the USA, is a leading global manufacturer of light-curable materials used in electronics assembly and protection. They offer a complete solution, including adhesives, coatings, dispensing equipment, and curing systems.

  • Develops and manufactures light-curable adhesives, conformal coatings, encapsulants, and maskants
  • Products are used for circuit protection, electronic component assembly, and various industrial applications
  • Offers UV/LED light-curing systems and dispensing equipment to optimize the application process
  • Materials are known for being eco-friendly, fast curing, and high performing
  • Caters to various markets including aerospace, defense, medical devices, and consumer electronics

EFI Polymers / Preferred Material Provider

EFI Polymers is a company based in Denver, Colorado. It is a custom polymer formulator, manufacturer, and supplier of one and two-part epoxy potting, urethane potting, adhesives, specialty coatings, and electrical potting products. Their materials are used for sealing and protecting electrical devices from harsh environments; bonding and securing materials; and coating substrates. They tailor custom polymer solutions to increase operational efficiency while driving down overall cost. Motors potted with their material exhibit decreased operating temperatures, resulting in improved performance with benefits like increased horsepower, higher efficiency, and greater lifecycles.

  • Thermally conductive and non-thermally conductive potting and adhesives
  • Multiple backbone options with fast customization
  • Guides its customers through the selection process to ensure that the correct equipment is being used
  • ISO 9001:2015

Gergonne / Preferred Material Provider

Gergonne is a French adhesive company that manufactures and converts adhesive tapes and innovative materials. They offer a variety of solutions for different markets, including automotive, medical, electronic and construction industry.

  • Formulation, coating, and converting of technical adhesive tapes
  • Mounting solutions, venting membranes and thermal dissipation
  • Precision die-cutting parts
  • Water sealing, moisture evacuation, adhesive tapes
  • ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485 certified

Green Thermal Products / Preferred Material Provider

Green Thermal Products (GTP) is a U.S. based manufacturer of thermal interface materials and silicon tapes. The GTP materials offer a low-carbon footprint that’s a groundbreaking alternative to traditional TIM.

  • Sheeted and rolled tapes
  • ISO 9001 certified
  • New resin technology reduces manufacturing steps
  • Manufactured in France with U.S. sales and support

H.B. Fuller / Preferred Material Provider

A global manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemicals. The St. Paul, Minnesota company operates manufacturing facilities around the world.

  • Develops specialty chemicals for use in various industries, such as electronics, clean energy, healthcare, packaging and consumer
  • Provides adhesives for a variety of applications, including packaging, assembly and construction
  • ISO 9001 certified
  • Specializes in adhesives for use in demanding applications
  • Leverages research to develop new products and technologies

IonoQure / Preferred Material Provider

IonoQure is a quality manufacturer and distributor of advanced light cure systems, photothermal products and materials. They are currently based in Ireland.

  • Light cure systems and materials of standard adhesives (not UV-initiated) products
  • The principle of operation is based on using the energy of photons to generate the heat required for curing or to accelerate the curing of materials
  • The cycle times for mass production are in the range of 15-90 seconds

Kerafol / Preferred Material Provider

Kerafol successfully develops and manufactures materials for the field of thermal management. The products have been used in various electronic applications for over 25 years, from power electronics to various automotive applications such as battery, power conversions, electric powertrain, charging, sensor technology and much more. Kerafol offers a unique thermal product portfolio, especially for requirements from the automotive sector. This ranges from liquid two-component gap filler liquids, silicone and silicone-free thermal pastes, compressible and leveling gap pads, highly thermal conductive and electrical insulating thin standard tapes, thermal conductive two-component adhesive and thermal conductive adhesive tapes, to granulate for injection molding up to customized solutions.

  • Kerafol offers a wide range of products including custom solutions
  • Growing portfolio of gap filler pads and liquids, heat conducting films, thermal grease, phase-change, graphite films, adhesive films and coatings
  • Kerafol products are used in many applications, such as microelectronics, thermal management, filtration, sensor technology, SOFC fuel cells and LTCC technology

Kisling / Preferred Material Provider

Swiss-owned Kisling is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality adhesives, sealants and encapsulants. From formulation to filling and packaging, Kisling is your one stop provider. Their product portfolio includes high-strength structural adhesives based on methacrylate and epoxy, anaerobic adhesives, instant adhesives, RTV silicones and encapsulants.

  • Bonding + sealing + encapsulation
  • Lightweight composites, e-mobility, electronics, fluid technology and automotive
  • Fast curing and strength build-up material
  • Polyurethane potting that is thermally conductive, optically clear and fire retardant
  • Global-oriented development, production and logistics

NanoTIM / Preferred Material Provider

NanoTIM Company Ltd. is a specialist in Thermal Interface Material (TIM). They manufacture advanced thermally conductive materials such as thermal interface gap fillers, phase-change materials and thermal pads. These heat management materials improve both the reliability and life expectancy of your electronic products. NanoTIM is the exclusive TIM supplier for all Hyundai and KIA electric vehicle battery systems.

  • Thermally conductive silicone based pads, liquids and greases
  • TS 16949:2009 and ISO 14001 certified
  • Based and manufactured in Daejeon, South Korea
  • Management a-la-carte for large volume manufacturing

CCL-Olympic / Preferred Material Provider

Olympic Bonding Solutions is an acrylic foam tape manufacturer. They are specialists in acrylate chemistry offering high-end, customized solutions. Their acrylic foam tape (AFT) can replace mechanical fasteners and liquid adhesives in permanent bonding applications. Olympic is headquartered in western Europe with their own production facility in the Netherlands.

  • Olympic products use no solvents and are fully RoHS compliant
  • Replace mechanical fasteners and liquid adhesives in permanent bonding applications that require high-strength adhesion
  • AFT is lightweight, strong and easy to apply
  • Versatile, higher quality acrylate at a lower price point
  • Can be modified for a fully custom solution, works in a variety of sectors

Rico Products, Inc. / Preferred Material Provider

Rico Products, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of thermal interface materials. They offer a wide range of materials, from gap pads to liquid fillers. Whether looking for standard or custom solutions, Rico is your optimum partner.

  • Solutions for industries such as LED lighting, electronics assembly, and medical device
  • Wide range of polymeric materials, from pilot builds to high-volume production
  • Based in Chagrin, Ohio
  • ISO 9001:2015 certified 
  • Compact to complex, in-house design, rapid prototyping and customization

Sheldahl / Preferred Material Provider

Sheldahl, a subsidiary of Flex Ltd., is a global leader in printed circuit and flexible materials manufacturing. They create high-performance, innovative technology that redefines what’s possible for a range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and healthcare. The company’s core products includes flexible circuits boards, printed electronics, splicing tapes, and materials (electronic, optical, vacuum deposited, engineered, and thermal control).

  • Polyamide and PET film-based circuits on aluminum
  • Thin, lightweight electronics: ideal for applications requiring space efficiency
  • Broad array of physical and electrical interconnect solutions
  • Variety of solutions using additive, subtractive, or hybrid technologies 
  • ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified

ShinEtsu / Preferred Material Provider

Based in Japan, ShinEtsu Silicones is a global chemical company that specializes in silicone compounds that are used to enhance product performance, reliability, and sensory properties. Their products can be found in applications for industries such as healthcare, automotive, electronics and aerospace. Their Americas Division is based in Akron, Ohio.

  • Extensive portfolio of thermal interface materials, potting, RTV and coatings
  • Produces silicone gels, sealants, and adhesives
  • IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified
  • Long history of servicing the automotive electronic sector 
  • Emphasis on research and development including nanotechnology and materials science

Sorbothane, Inc. / Preferred Material Provider

Sorbothane, Inc. manufacturers a proprietary, visco-elastic polymer. It is a thermoset, polyether-based, polyurethane solid that can flow like a liquid under load. It delivers a superior damping coefficient over a very wide temperature range compared to any other polymer. It combines shock absorption, good memory, vibration isolation and vibration damping characteristics. While many materials exhibit one of these characteristics, Sorbothane® combines all of them in a stable material with a long fatigue life. The material has a low creep rate compared to other polymers like rubber, neoprene, silicone. It has been used for over 40 years to protect sensitive equipment in sectors like aerospace, automotive and healthcare.

  • Shock absorption in industrial, electronic, athletic and medical applications
  • Vibration isolation and dampening in industrial, electronic and ergonomic applications
  • Gasket and sealing in industrial and electronic applications
  • Applications where low cost, high color plastic molding is required
  • High space efficiency acoustic absorption and barrier

Timtronics / Preferred Material Provider

Located in Yaphank, New York, Timtronics is a leading manufacturer of non-silicone thermal interface materials. Their products, which include thermal greases, gels/putties, gap fillers and pads, epoxies and potting compounds, are specifically designed for high-end electronic devices.

  • World-class expertise as a formulator in silicone-free technology
  • Key applications for communications, automotive, radars, aircraft, spacecraft, computers and industrial electronics
  • ISO 9001:2015 certified
  • Custom solutions for specific needs

Wiegel / Preferred Material Provider

Wiegel Tool Works, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in precision, high-volume metal stamping for various industries. Quality-driven, their expertise lies in creating electrical connectors and non-electrical parts using state-of-the-art stamping technology.

  • Offers progressive die heavy and high-speed stamping, and assembly services
  • Manufactures electrical connectors and non-electrical parts
  • Specializes in high-precision, high-volume metal stamping
  • Uses state-of-the-art stamping technology to create cost-effective parts
  • ISO 14001:2015 certified