Angst+Pfister - Advanced Material and Compound Selection Solutions

At Angst+Pfister, material and compound selection is more than a step in the engineering process - it’s the foundation of reliable, high-performance solutions. With over 2,500 unique material recipes for industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharma and MedTech, Oil & Gas, and Automotive, we deliver high-quality, customized formulations adapted to specific customer needs.

Leveraging decades of R&D expertise and state-of-the-art technology, we engineer advanced materials to meet the most demanding industry requirements. Our meticulous approach ensures innovation, reliability and precision in every compound we create, enabling our customers to excel in challenging applications.

Key Competences at One Glance

• Thorough R&D Expertise: Extensive knowledge in elastomeric and non-elastomeric materials for a wide range of industries and extreme conditions. 
• Precision Testing and Analysis: Advanced in-house testing facilities ensuring materials meet and exceed performance expectations. 
• Customized Solutions: Individually designed compounds optimized for specific applications, meeting industry regulations and customer specifications.

Precision at Every Step - the Art and Science of Material and Compound Selection

Step 1 - Understanding Challenges, Defining Solutions

The journey toward delivering cutting-edge materials starts with an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges faced by our customers. From extreme temperatures and exposure to aggressive chemicals to mechanical stress and regulatory compliance, our engineers assess every aspect of the application to define the precise material properties required.

Step 2 - Thorough Research and Development

Our R&D team combines decades of expertise with advanced analytical tools to develop high-tech elastomeric and non-elastomeric compounds. Whether working with advanced elastomers like PERTEC® or high-performance plastics such as PTFE, we ensure each formulation is optimized for durability, reliability, and efficiency. This includes compliances checks for regulated industries and other challenges as well. As an example, we follow the current PFAS discussion carefully. 
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This development process includes:

• Evaluating raw materials through detailed chemical and physical inspections.
• Conducting comprehensive laboratory and application-specific testing.
• Leveraging advanced production technologies, such as automated ingredient dosing and high efficiency mixing machinery, for consistent quality and performance.

Step 3 - Precision Testing for Optimal Results

Every high frequency compound undergoes extensive testing, far beyond typical industry compliance standards. Using sophisticated techniques—including thermogravimetric analysis, calorimetric testing, and surface morphology assessments - we evaluate critical performance factors such as chemical resistance, mechanical stress behaviour, and long-term durability.

Step 4 - End-to-End Process Control

From material sourcing to final delivery, we maintain full control of the production process. This guarantees that every compound aligns perfectly with the required specifications and meets strict global regulatory standards.