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PVC vs CPVC: Which Is Better?
Piping systems are meticulously designed with operating conditions in mind. To function properly, they need to be made from materials that can handle the pressure demands, temperature fluctuations,...
Polypropylene vs. Polyethylene: How Do They Differ?
Two of the most common commercial plastics in use today are polyethylene and polypropylene. Both are preferred materials across various industries, hailed for their lasting strength and various...
Thermosets vs Thermoplastics: How They Differ
The plastics industry offers a vast array of material options, each with their own unique qualities. These materials are categorized in many different ways, one of the most common being thermosets...
Homopolymer vs Copolymer
Homopolymer vs Copolymer: Similarities & Differences Plastics can be divided into multiple different categories. Each category provides insights into the characteristics, capabilities, and...
Plastics Pyramid
The Plastics Pyramid: A Guide to Plastic Material Selection Various types of plastic products have worked their way into an array of industries. Some are used as cost-effective alternatives, while...
Amorphous vs Semicrystalline
Plastic Materials There are hundreds of types of plastics, each with their own characteristics, traits, and tolerances. Plastics can be classified as Amorphous or Semicrystalline based on...
Fiber Reinforced Panel Alternatives
Many facilities and industries across North America invest in wall cladding to protect interior walls. Wall cladding is designed to protect interior features and occupants from harm. Fiber...
How To Choose the Right Plastic for Your Project
Plastics are becoming the go-to material for an array of industries, replacing common materials such as metal, glass, ceramics, wood, etc. Their strength paired with lower weight make them a safer,...
LEXAN™ CLINIWALL™: Next Generation Wall Cladding
Health and safety are at the core of modern-day construction codes. Interior wall cladding systems are especially important in facilities that operate under strict compliance. As safety standards...
BioPhorum, Polymershapes, and the Future of Material Sterilization
The biopharmaceutical industry relies on single-use systems (SUS) and materials to develop safe, high-quality medications and other products. Although SUS products are designed to only be used once,...
Design for Manufacturability and Its Importance
The healthcare industry relies on precision and strict compliance for every product they commercialize. Due to these needs, the manufacturing process undergoes constant scrutiny. The...
PETG – Markets Served and Industry Applications
Similar to PVC-Acrylic and Polycarbonate, PETG is impact-resistant, durable at high temperatures, and versatile for virtually any market. Commonly transparent but colorable, it can be formed into...
PVC-Acrylic – Attributes and Applications
PVC-Acrylic is a strong, durable, and versatile plastic material. Known as a relatively lower-cost solution (compared to materials like Polycarbonate), it achieves many of the same benefits...
Plastics for Data Center Aisle Containment
Data center aisle containment includes physical barriers that separate cold supply air from the hot exhaust air that is often produced by high-powered servers and other IT equipment....
Fabricated Plastic Parts – Everything You Need To Know
Fabricated plastic parts provide value in a huge array of industries. Since plastic can easily be molded, bent, cut, and otherwise manipulated into specific shapes and sizes, it is an ideal option...
Performance Plastics: Custom Plastic Sheets for Industrial, Commercial & Military Applications
Custom plastic sheets have applications in a huge array of industries, from medical facilities to retail stores. While general-use plastics may work in many commercial environments, there are...
The Top Qualities of Aluminum Composite Material Suppliers
What should you look for in aluminum composite material suppliers? Aluminum is a popular material for various applications. Plastics, though quite different from aluminum, also provide unique...
What Is Acetal Plastic Used For In Industrial Applications?
If you use any engineered plastics for small parts or stiff components, acetal is a material that should be on your radar, if it’s not already in your regular rotation. But what exactly is acetal...
Looking For A Plastic Cutting Service? Find A Plastics Expert
One important element of selecting a plastics provider is ensuring they provide the plastic cutting services and customization options needed to truly optimize your operations. Plastic sheets, rods,...
Use Cases of Colored Acrylic Sheets
Acrylic is well known in most of its applications as a clear material. However, it also comes in a wide array of hues that can be customized to the specific aesthetic needs of each project. This...
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