RogersCorporation / PORON Cushioning Press Kit

Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013 Press Kit
Booth # 155-513
Media Contact:
Nancy Fendler
Fendler Communications
207-671-9071
nancy@fendler.com
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Contact: Nancy Fendler
Rogers Corporation
Fendler Communications OR Booth #155-513
207-671-9071
nancy@fendler.com
Rogers Launches New Apex SEK Guard Series with PORON® XRD Technology
Molded, Slim, Flexible Shapes for Shoulder, Elbow and Knee Protection
Winter 2013; Woodstock, CT – According to Rogers Corporation, manufacturer of PORON®
Cushioning Materials and PORON® XRD Impact Protection, outdoor and winter sports designers
are building in visible technology to appeal to consumer demand.
Addressing this trend, Rogers has developed the Apex SEK (Shoulder, Elbow, Knee) Guard Series with
PORON XRD Technology that will be introduced at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City,
January 23-26, 2013. The Apex Series is the latest in Rogers’ continuing innovation with PORON
XRD shaped materials, which include the PORON M-Guard, PORON B Guard and PORON X-Pad.
Designed to be lightweight, flexible and durable, the SEK shapes
easily conform to the body and provide long-lasting and wearable
impact-protection for a variety of sports and protective products.
Since the shapes are molded and ready to use, they can be easily
incorporated into a product design.
The uniquely engineered PORON XRD Technology continually
surpasses the competition for repeat impact absorption in a thinner,
contouring material. While soft and flexible to the touch, the
material instantly forms a protective shell on impact, providing
reliable and long-lasting protection. It is the only performance
cushioning product on the market that contains Microban ® antimicrobial product protection to help
fight against bacteria, mold and mildew that can cause stains and odors.
“We believe that our new Apex SEK Guard Series will give product developers the versatility,
performance characteristics and innovative design-edge they are looking to add to their protective
apparel and equipment” said Brian Litke, Sr. Manager of New Product Development, Rogers High
Performance Foams Division. “Wearable protective gear has been growing trend in the motorsports
industry and we see outdoor and winter sports brands following suit.”
About PORON® Cushioning
For over 40 years PORON ® Cushioning has provided footwear, apparel, and protective equipment
brands with a material that supports, protects, comforts, and most importantly, helps athletes stay in
the game. PORON Cushioning products are durable yet flexible, so they will not wear or break down
like other cushioning products. So, whether you need an insole that will last your next 50K or
searching for a new helmet for the start of little league, look for the PORON Cushioning brand to
insure you're buying the best in quality and advanced technology. For more information, visit
www.poroncushioning.com. Believe. Achieve.
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About Rogers Corporation
Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) is a global technology leader in specialty materials and components
that enable high performance and reliability of consumer electronics, power electronics, mass transit,
clean technology, and telecommunications infrastructure. With more than 178 years of materials
science and process engineering knowledge, Rogers provides product designers with solutions to their
most demanding challenges. Headquartered in Connecticut (USA), Rogers operates manufacturing
facilities in the United States, Belgium, China, Germany, and South Korea, with joint ventures and
sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.rogerscorp.com.
The world runs better with Rogers. ®

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Shaping Up Your Impact Protection
PORON ® XRD Extreme Impact Protection is available in several
ready-to-use standard shapes that meet a variety of impact absorption
levels and your unique product design needs.
Like all PORON XRD Material offerings, this series of standard shapes
provide the best in wearable, repeated impact protection technology.
PORON XRD Material is ideal for use in protective footwear and
apparel applications where protection, comfort and consistent
performance are required, use after use.
Performance Enhancing Benefits
of PORON ® XRD Standard Shapes:
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Dependable repeated impact protection.
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Thin, lightweight and flexible.
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Grooved hinges form moisture-wicking air channels for added comfort.
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Durable and abrasion resistant.
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Built in Microban ® antimicrobial protection to inhibit the growth
of stain- and odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew.
PORON ® XRD M-Guard
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Available in five sizes and perfect for a
variety of uses, including metatarsal guards,
hip, elbow and knee pads.
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Contoured, feathered edges offer a sleek
design that can be seamlessly incorporated
into products for great impact protection
without the bulk.
PORON ® XRD B-Guard
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Specifically designed to help you meet
in-garment EN 1621-2 Level 1 and EN 13158
impact standards.
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Flexible, high-impact protection that’s easily
trimmed for men’s and women’s sizes.
PORON ® XRD X-Pad
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Extremely customizable by you to suit your
specific product design needs.
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Easily die cut, sewn, glued, etc. for
versatile uses in a wide range of apparel
and footwear designs.
ROGERS CORPORATION-HIGH PERFORMANCE FOAMS DIVISION US 607.786.8112 | Europe +32.9.235.36.11 | Asia +86.512.6258.2700

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% OF IMPACT ABSORBED
ASTM F1614-C. Flat Surface Impact Test, Single Drop,
8.5 kg mass, 1.0 m/s Velocity
100
90
80
70
60
50
US
PORON ® XRD
Protection Material
THEM
Maximum Protection that Beats the Competition
PORON ® XRD Material has been tested to absorb up to 90% of
the energy from impact, surpassing performance of current impact
absorbing materials in various applications.
In many cases, PORON XRD Material is thinner, more flexible and less
dense than competitive materials, thus helping to not weigh down the
athlete or hinder performance!
PORON ® XRD M-Guard, B-Guard and X-Pad PRELIMINARY Physical Properties
PROPERTY TEST METHOD PRODUCT
*Density, lb. / ft 3 22
Specific Gravity 0.35
Tolerance, lb. / ft 3 17.8 - 26.2
*Compression Set, % max. ASTM D 3574 Test D @ 158°F (70°C) < 10
Antimicrobial Protection
AATCC TM90
JIS Z 2801
AATCC TM30(iii)
PASS
Hardness, Durometer, Asker C Based on ASTM D 2240-05 50-75
Impact Absorbency (B-Guard)
EN1621-2 Level 1, EN 13158
(tested in completed garment designs)
PASS
Impact Absorbency (M-Guard) EN 1621-1 @ 10J PASS
1. All metric conversions are approximate. 2. Additional technical services are available. 3. Information listed based on typical physical properties. 4. * Standard testing property; Certificate of Compliance available per lot.
PORON ® XRD B-Guard
Product Dimensions
(length x width x thickness)
17.5” x 5” x 0.5” (444.5 mm x 127 mm x 12.7 mm)
Length can be altered by die-cutting.
PORON ® XRD M-Guard Style 1
Product Dimensions (width x length) (in) 3.458” x 5.001”
U.S. / European Men’s Shoe Size 3.5 – 5.5 / 36 - 38
PORON ® XRD M-Guard Style 2
Product Dimensions (width x length) (in) 3.833” x 5.188”
U.S. / European Men’s Shoe Size 6 - 8 / 38.5 - 41
PORON ® XRD M-Guard Style 3
Product Dimensions (width x length) (in) 4.204” x 5.374”
U.S. / European Men’s Shoe Size 8.5 – 10.5 / 42 - 44.5
PORON ® XRD M-Guard Style 4
Product Dimensions (width x length) (in) 4.582” x 5.563”
U.S. / European Men’s Shoe Size 11 – 13 / 45 - 47
PORON ® XRD M-Guard Style 5
Product Dimensions (width x length) (in) 4.957” x 5.750”
U.S. / European Men’s Shoe Size 13.5 – 15.5 / 47.5 - 50
PORON ® XRD X-Pad
Product Dimensions
(length x width x thickness)
15.5 in x 16.5 in x 0.262 in (393 mm x 419 mm x 6.65mm)
During application use, Rogers recommends placing the PORON ® Standard Parts with the grooved side against the body, foot, etc. The grooved hinges are designed to flex inward during motion. Graphical depictions of PORON ®
XRD Shapes are for visual representation only. Die cutting and other product customizations not performed by Rogers. PORON ® XRD X-Pad and PORON ® XRD B-Guard standard offerings include a fabric backing.
For additional testing and competitive products information, please visit www.poronxrd.com or contact your Rogers Customer Service Representative.
ROGERS CORPORATION-HIGH PERFORMANCE FOAMS DIVISION US 607.786.8112 | Europe +32.9.235.36.11 | Asia +86.512.6258.2700
The world runs better with Rogers, the Rogers logo, PORON and XRD are licensed trademarks of Rogers Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. © 2011 Rogers Corporation. The information contained in this Sell Sheet is intended to assist you in designing with Rogers’ PORON® XRD Extreme Impact
Protection. It is not intended to and does not create any warranties, express or implied, including any warrant of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose or that the results shown in this Sell Sheet will be achieved by a user for a particular purpose. Each user must develop its own design and should
determine the suitability of Rogers’ products for that design. WARNING: No impact absorbing material can prevent all injuries that may occur when the body is subjected to impact. Rogers makes no representation or warranty that PORON® XRD Extreme Impact Protection material will prevent such injuries. The
user of protective gear containing Rogers’ materials should be aware of the limitations of the gear and should exercise reasonable care and caution in the undertaking of activities that may result in impact to the body. MICROBAN is a registered trademark of Microban Products Company. ®Registered trademark of
MICROBAN PRODUCTS COMPANY. © 2004 MICROBAN PRODUCTS COMPANY. All rights reserved.
The world runs better with Rogers. ® Publication # 15C-091

Contact:
Nancy Fendler
Fendler Communications
207-671-9071
nancy@fendler.com
PORON® Vive Cushioning Puts New Meaning to the Term Runner’s High
Energy Activated Cushioning that Responds to Your Every Step
July 23, 2012; Woodstock, CT – In its endeavor to continually provide innovative materials
that change the marketplace, Rogers Corporation has engineered PORON® Vive Energy
Activated Cushioning specifically for athletic footwear applications such as insoles and
midsoles that offer the best combination of long-lasting cushioning, shock absorption and
energy return.
PORON Vive Energy Activated Cushioning is a dynamic open-cell foam technology that
instantly reacts to your every step. Its responsive cells reduce and redirect shock forces away
from the foot and deliver a “lift off” zone for maximum propulsion and an energy-efficient
stride.
By harnessing the energy of each step, footwear incorporating PORON Vive Technology
actively engages during motion to push the athlete into their next step – helping to increase
comfort and reduce fatigue.
“We engineered PORON Vive Cushioning with the needs of specific sports and athletes in
mind,” said Brian Litke, Sr. Manager of New Product Development, Rogers High Performance
Foams Division. “Its unique shock-absorbing and energy- returning characteristics make it an
ideal material for athletic footwear designed for powerful acceleration, push off and quick
movements.”
Litke, who led the development of PORON® XRD Impact Absorbing Materials, knows the
importance of consistently developing market-changing technologies for Rogers’ customers.
PORON Vive Cushioning provides long-lasting durability by maintaining over 95% of its
cushioning, shock absorbing and energy return characteristics throughout the life of the shoe.
This helps ensure proper fit and comfort from the first run to more than the 100 th .
The PORON open-cell technology also allows for comfortable airflow, breathability and
moisture management. Typical EVA’s, which are closed-cell, can tend to collapse and lose
shape quickly. PORON Vive Cushioning is one of the most resilient products available, and is
double the resiliency of the PORON Plus Material that is currently used in many athletic
cushioning applications today.

Standard in PORON Cushioning Materials, PORON Vive Cushioning is infused with
Microban® Antimicrobial Protection to fight the growth of stain and odor causing bacteria,
mold and mildew.
PORON Vive Cushioning is provided as a direct cast on fabric for a greener product that
minimizes the use of adhesives and additional manufacturing while offering greater product
flexibility and additional wear comfort.
“Whether on the road, trail or court, PORON Vive Cushioning is an insole material
engineered for the long run,” added Litke.
About PORON® Cushioning
For over 40 years PORON® Cushioning has provided footwear, apparel, and protective equipment
brands with a material that supports, protects, comforts, and most importantly, helps athletes stay in
the race. PORON Cushioning products are durable yet flexible, so they will not wear or break down
like other cushioning products. So, whether you need an insole that will last your next 50K or
searching for a new helmet for the start of little league, look for the PORON Cushioning brand to
insure you're buying the best in quality and advanced technology. For more information, visit
www.poroncushioning.com.
About Rogers Corporation
Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) is a global technology leader in specialty materials and components
that enable high performance and reliability of consumer electronics, power electronics, mass transit,
clean technology, and telecommunications infrastructure. With more than 178 years of materials
science and process engineering knowledge, Rogers provides product designers with solutions to their
most demanding challenges. Headquartered in Connecticut (USA), Rogers operates manufacturing
facilities in the United States, Belgium, China, Germany, and South Korea, with joint ventures and
sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.rogerscorp.com.
The world runs better with Rogers ®

Contact:
Nancy Fendler
Rogers Corporation
Fendler Communications OR Booth# 155-513
207-671-9071
nancy@fendler.com
Top Brands Choose PORON ® Materials for Comfort and Extreme Impact Protection
Winter 2013; Woodstock, CT – Since 1959 PORON ® Performance Cushioning has provided
brands with a dependable, breathable and flexible cushioning material that adds long-lasting
performance and comfort to a wide range of products from footwear to protective apparel and
equipment.
Following are just a few leading brands where PORON Performance Cushioning Materials can be
found.
PORON ® XRD Performers
Atomic www.atomic.com
Women’s Affinity LF
BAUER www.bauer.com
RE-AKT Helmet
Storelli www.storelli.com
Body Shield Shirt
G-Form
www.g-form.com
Crash Shorts
Mechanix Wear
www.mechanix.com
M-Pact Glove
Grandoe Gloves
www.grandoe.com
Shock Glove

PORON® Cushioning Performers
ZEMgear
Ecco
www.zemgear.com
www.eccousa.com
2 Cynch BIOM
Treksta
www.treksta.com
Korbra II GTX
MasterFit
www.masterfitenterprises.com
ZAPZ Custom Insoles
The North Face
www.thenorthface.com
Scend Leather
Shred
www.shredoptics.com
Soaza Line

PORON® PERFORMANCE CUSHIONING PARTNERS
FOOTWEAR OCCUPATIONAL, SPORTING GOODS
Action Quiksilver SAFETY & DEFENSE Atomic
adidas Ron While Arbesko Bauer
Aetrex SAS Bates Bern Unlimited
Allen Edmonds Stepcare Blundstone Boddam
Anta Sorel Capps Body Glove/Carapax
Anyi Lu Taryn Rose Carolina Capo
Blundstone The North Face Chippewa Churchill Gloves
Bogs Tony Lama Corcoran Daffy Moto
Camper Treksta Danner Fox Racing
Capezio Tretorn Die Hard G-Form
Celebrity Dance Shoe UGG Falcon Gait Lacrosse
Chippewa Vans Georgia GearBox
Clark's Vasque Herman Survivors Giro
Cole Haan Walksmart HyTest Grandoe
Curvetures White Mountain Justin Harlick Skating Boots
Danner Ziera King Safety Klim
Dan Post (John Deere) ZEMgear Lumberjack Work Mechanix Wear
dav Oliver Miken
Decatholn PRIVATE LABEL Oregon Aero New Era
Diesel CooperKatz Red Wing Nike
Eastland Shoe DB Shoes Rocky Proform
Easy Spirit Diehard Steel Blue Rawlings
Ecco Nordstrom Terra Footwear Salomon
Elie Tahari Thom McAn Thorogood Sandiline
Fay's Shoes TredSafe Weinbrenner Shima
Fila Mark's Work Wearhouse Shin Shields
Foot Joy MEDICAL O & P Shred
Frye AFTERMARKET ORTHOTICS Stallion Sports
Gaynor Minden INSOLES Acor StealthWear
Gentle Souls by Kenneth Cole 10 Seconds Algeos Storelli Sports
Gigi Favela Aline Baer Taylor-Made
Gravis Assist Ireland CorelMed Undershieldz
Harley Davidson Brazabra Darco Worth
Hops
Dainty Footings
Hush Puppies Dynamic Foot Positioning EQUINE SPORTS
Jalas Foot Petals Furlong Performance
Joe Nimble Hickory Toklat
Justin MasterFit Woof Wear
K-Swiss
New Balance
Kepner Scott Orthera BAGS/ACCESSORIES
Lar New Orthosole Tom Bihn
Li Ning Powerstep Samsonite
Munro
ProFoot
Neil M Footwear Shock Doctor CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
Nike Sorbothane G-Form
Nine West Stiletto Hardware InCase
Nocona
Zapz Insoles
Original SWAT
Pelle Moda
POE
PW Minor

FACT SHEET
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PORON ® Performance Cushioning Materials are produced by Rogers
Corporation, a global manufacturing company with over 175-year track record
of market leadership and reliable performance. From footwear & apparel to
high impact cushioning and shock absorption in a variety of industrial
products, PORON ® cushioning materials are light, flexible and enduring.
PORON ® Performance Cushioning Material
PORON ® Vive Energy Activating Cushioning
PORON ® XRD Extreme Impact Protection
PORON ® XRD M-Guard Series
PORON ® APEX SEK Guard Series
PORON ® Plus Cushioning Material
PORON ® Cushioning Materials with MICROBAN ® Antimicrobial Protection
PORON ® Dual Layer Cushioning
PORON ® ReSource Performance Cushioning
PORON ® Slow Rebound Cushioning Series
PORON ® ProZorb Material
Scented PORON ® Performance Cushioning
Rogers Corporation
One Technology Drive
Rogers, CT 06263 USA
800.935.2940
607.786.8112
www.poroncushioning.com; www.poronxrd.com; www.rogerscorp.com
Key Personnel:
Media contacts:
Dave Sherman, Business Development Manager
Nicole Perry, Senior Product Manager
Angela Walters, Consumer Brand Specialist
Elizabeth Simon, Sales Engineer, West Coast
Greg Harris, Sales Engineer, Central U.S.
Brian Culley, Sales Engineer, Eastern U.S.
Nancy Fendler
Fendler Communications
207-846-0700
nancy@fendler.com
Angela Walters
Rogers Corporation HPFD-W
860-928-8914
Angela.Walters@rogerscorp.com

Company Background
About Rogers Corporation
Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) is a global technology leader in the development and
manufacturer of high performance, specialty-material-based products for a variety of
applications in diverse markets including: portable communications, communications
infrastructure, computer and office equipment, consumer products, ground
transportation, aerospace and defense.
Rogers Corporation manufactures PORON ® Performance Cushioning - a leading
ingredient brand of choice for comfort and cushioning products, from the everyday to
the extreme, at home, work and play.
Since 1959 PORON ® Performance Cushioning has provided a dependable, breathable and
flexible cushioning material that adds long-lasting performance and comfort to a wide
range of products - from footwear to protective apparel and equipment. Whether its
moisture management, antimicrobial protection, cushioning or high impact-absorbing
performance, PORON Technology enhances our customers’ designs and helps them to gain
an edge in the marketplace.
PORON ® Urethanes are available in a wide variety of colors, thicknesses, densities and
surface textures to accommodate almost any activity, from everyday use to the rigorous
demands of high-impact sports and exercise.
Rogers’ Core Belief
We have a clear responsibility to protect our coworkers, our community and ourselves
by making health, safety and environmental issues a key consideration in everything
we do.
Environment, Health and Safety
Rogers Corporation, a global technology leader in the development and manufacturer of
high performance, specialty-material-based products for a variety of applications in diverse
markets. Rogers recognizes environmental stewardship and maintaining the highest health
and safety standards as a cornerstone of its global business operations. Our commitment is a
key element in our brand definition and a central focus of how we define ourselves as a
company.
For more information please visit: www.rogerscorp.com.
The world runs better with Rogers ®