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Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE): Everything You Need to Know
Undoubtedly, fluoropolymer is a class of plastics offering a varied range of properties. And, the discovery of PTFE revolutionized the emergence of fluoropolymers and their benefit in several...
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Polyethylene (PE)
Polyethylene (PE) is one of the most popular thermoplastic materials. It is available in different crystalline structures, referred to as HDPE, LDPE, and LLDPE. This commodity plastic is produced...
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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK): A Complete Guide on High-Heat Engineering Plastic
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a high-performance, engineering thermoplastic characterized by an unusual combination of properties. These properties range from high temperature performance to...
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Polyacetal 101: Detailed Information on POM Resin and Its Features
Learn more about Polyacetal or Polyoxymethylene (POM), a semi-crystalline engineering thermoplastic widely used to produce precision parts with high lubricity. Get detailed information on key...
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Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS): A Comprehensive Guide on High Heat Plastic
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) is a high-performance, engineering thermoplastic characterized by an unusual combination of properties. These properties range from high temperature performance to...
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Polylactic Acid (PLA): How to select the right grade?
Rapidly growing concerns related to environmental and health safety, limiting dependence on petrochemical raw materials, reducing carbon footprint ... are among the few factors driving...
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A Complete Guide to Polycarbonate (PC)
Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic material that offers manufacturers and designers opportunities for design freedom, aesthetics enhancements and cost reductions. PC is known for maintaining...
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Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs): How to select the right grade?
Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and its homopolymer polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) are alternative biodegradable and sustainable biopolymers. They hold the potential to replace plastics' linear use and...
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Injection Molding: The Complete Guide to Precision Plastic Manufacturing
Injection molding is a versatile manufacturing process. It is used in various industries for producing parts and products using polymers. There are different types of injection molding processes...
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Bioplastics 101: Making the Right Biopolymer Choice
Fossil fuel-based plastics can have negative impacts on the environment. This has resulted in finding sustainable alternatives like bioplastics. They are produced from renewable resources that...
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Comprehensive Guide on Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC or Vinyl) is a high strength thermoplastic material widely used in applications, such as pipes, medical devices, wire and cable insulation...the list is endless. It is the...
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Silicone Rubber: Complete Guide on Highly Durable Elastomer
Silicone rubber is a high-performance elastomer characterized by an unusual combination of properties. These properties range from high temperature performance to durability, excellent electrical...
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Complete Guide on Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Providing innovative solutions that save weight and decrease costs along with other benefits, PBT has made its place in end-markets like automotive, consumer goods as well as electrical &...
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Expanded Polystyrene (EPS): Ultimate Guide on Foam Insulation Material
For several years, expanded polystyrene (EPS) has been utilized as a material of choice in several food packaging applications, cost-effective and energy-efficient insulation in construction...
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Epoxy Resins: A to Z Technical Review of Thermosetting Polymer
After their first commercial production in late 1940s, epoxy resins comprise of wide family of materials today. Thanks to of their high strength, versatility and excellent adhesion to variety of...
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Extrusion - Equipment, Processing Techniques & Troubleshooting
Extrusion is simply defined as the forcing of a liquid through a die. In modern industrial terms, extrusion is the pumping of a liquid through a die to yield the final shape desired. The liquid...
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Polyetherimide (PEI): A Comprehensive Review
Characterized by a combination of outstanding thermal, mechanical and electrical properties, Polyetherimide (PEI) has made its place in high performance applications like automotive, aerospace...
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Complete Guide on Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU)
Learn more about Thermoplastic Polyurethane, a versatile thermoplastic elastomer with high durability and flexibility. Learn more about how it is produced, its main properties and benefits which...
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PMMA or Acrylic: Guide to Support Your Future ‘Transparent’ Developments
PMMA or acrylic is a widely used transparent plastic material known for its applications in various markets from car windows, smartphone screens to aquariums. It is a tough plastic, easy to shape...
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Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): A Comprehensive Review
PET is among those plastics which are an important part of your everyday life. It is an important commercial polymer having application ranging from packaging, fabrics, films, molded parts for...
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