Modification of Polyethylene with Activated Natural Zeolite

In an attempt to improve its main physical and mechanical characteristics, the modification of high density polyethylene (HDPE) with activated (dehydrated) natural zeolite clinoptilolite, in an attempt to improve its main physical and mechanical characteristics is investigated. After dehydration at 350°C and cooling in an atmosphere of dry air, about 30% of the entire volume of the zeolite particle is freed. This free volume and the ensuing from the specific structure sorption processes-the possibility for sorption of the polymer chain on the surface channel of the zeolite particle-determine the active modification function of dehydrated clinoptilolite.