High-performance tullomer™ scrim for advanced industrial filtration

Publisher FILTECH

M. Zimmerman*, Z-Polymers Inc., USA

Introducing Tullomer™ scrim, a engineered solution, for high-stakes industrial filtration applications. Leveraging the inherent properties of the proprietary thermoplastic Kevlar-like polymer platform, this ultra-thin scrim, made with Tullomer Monofilaments, with a targeted thickness of 50μm and higher offers a unique combination of mechanical robustness and chemical inertness.

Core Material Advantages

Tullomer™ provides a superior alternative to traditional synthetic fibers such as PEEK, standard Kevlar, and Dyneema in demanding environments:

  • PFAS-Free & Sustainable: Tullomer™ is 100% PFAS-free and produced through energy-efficient processes, aligning with global mandates for sustainable product design.
  • High Biocompatibility: The material exhibits low cytotoxicity and high biocompatibility, making it safe for sensitive contact applications.
  • Thermal and Dimensional Stability: The scrim maintains structural integrity across a wide thermal window, from subzero temperatures up to 400°C.
  • Expansion & Shrinkage: It features a near-zero coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) and high resistance to hot air shrinkage (<0.2at 180°C).
  • Mechanical Performance: Utilizing monofilaments with a tensile modulus reaching up to 100–200 GPa and strength exceeding 2.5- 4.0 GPa, the scrim provides exceptional tenacity.
  • Strength vs. Steel: The platform remains approximately six times stronger than stainless steel wire.
  • Exceptional Chemical Resistance: The material is chemically inert and has "Excellent" ratings against concentrated acids (Nitric, Sulfuric, Hydrochloric), strong alkalis (Sodium Hydroxide), and various organic solvents.
  • Moisture and Environmental Resilience: With minimal moisture regain (<0.1%), the mechanical properties of the filter media are not degraded by humidity or water exposure.
  • Minimal Outgassing & Purity: Tullomer™ exhibits minimal outgassing, surpassing the performance of PEEK in vacuum and high-temperature applications.
  • High Knot strength

Published in: FILTECH 2026 Conference

Date of Conference: 30 June - 2 July 2026

DOI: -

Presenter's Affiliation: Z-Polymers

Publisher: FILTECH Exhibitions GmbH & Co. KG

Country: United States

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-941655-25-6

Conference Location: Cologne, Germany

Keywords: Chemical Resistance, High Temperature Filtration, Fuel Cell, Advanced Filtration Media, PFAS Free Filtration Media, Advanced Industrial Filtration, High Performance Filtration