So much of our world now includes plastics in almost all parts of everyday life in many positive ways. For instance, something as simple as an electric kettle often has several plastic parts. Acetal plastic is one of these plastics…
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Industrial Plastics
Common Uses of Nylon and Why It’s Used
Although it’s easy to mistake for a natural fibre, Nylon is actually a type of thermoplastic used in a wide variety of industries. Due to its relatively lightweight nature, but high strength, some of the most common uses of nylon…
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Interesting Facts About HDPE and What It’s Used For
Like metals, there are also a huge host of plastics available to choose from. One of the ones that's most frequently used is High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE). We detail some of the most interesting facts about HDPE and why you should…
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Polycarbonate vs Acrylic Plastic: What’s the Difference?
Chances are you’re less familiar with acrylic plastic than plexiglass, but you probably don’t realize you’re more familiar with both than you realize. Plexiglass, one of the most common forms of plastic is actually colloquial language for clear, acrylic plastic. Thus, plexiglass and…
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How to Use a Clear Polycarbonate Sheet for COVID-19 and Protect People Effectively
One of the most popular solutions for keeping both employees and customers safe during the pandemic has been through the use of plastic sheets. Using a clear polycarbonate sheet, many businesses have set them up in the workplace to curb…
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Common Questions Answered About UHMW Plastic
You can build plenty of different projects with a huge variety of building materials available today including plastics. One increasingly popular choice is Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight (UHMW) polythene. If you’re curious about what kind of material is UHMW, it’s a type of high-grade plastic that has many uses. We break down some…
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What Is Polycarbonate Plastic
Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic (a substance that becomes plastic when heated and hardens when cooled) that has found a home as one of the most multipurpose plastics available on the market. From the case you trust to protect your cellphone…
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What Is UHMW Plastic?
With the variety of plastic materials available for building projects, it can be difficult to decide what type is the best for your project. Ultra-high-molecular-weight polythene (UHMW plastic) is an excellent choice for a variety of projects, despite its often-overlooked potential as a building…
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