| As the use of butyl for
auto glass installations at the OEM level was phased out in the early 1990's, Essex ARG
has discontinued offering its butyl tape and sealant. The industry trend is to use
urethane almost exclusively, and the Dayton, Ohio company has seen demand for butyl
products in the aftermarket diminish substantially. According to David Frey, commercial manager for Essex,
the misuse of butyl products by some in the aftermarket installation business was
also a factor in the company's decision to drop the butyl line from it's product offering. |