Buying Guide
6 Criteria to Consider When Choosing Plastic Raw Materials
Choosing the right polymer is not just about price. A checklist from mechanical requirements and flow properties to supply continuity.
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Insights from the polymer world, material selection and processing tips.
Sustainability
Plastics Recycling: Resin Codes and Proper Sorting
Good recycling starts with correct sorting. We explain what resin identification codes mean and which polymers should never be mixed.
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Materials
Polyethylene Grades: What Are HDPE, LDPE and LLDPE Used For?
One chemical backbone, three different performances: how density and branching define where polyethylene is used.
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Processing Tips
Why Moisture Matters So Much When Processing Polyamide (PA)
PA is hygroscopic. Skipping the drying step before processing leads to surface defects and a drop in mechanical properties.
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Materials
ABS or ASA? Choosing the Right Material for Indoor and Outdoor Use
ABS and ASA share similar mechanical properties; the real difference is how they withstand weather and UV exposure.
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Materials
Engineering Plastics vs. Commodity Plastics: What Is the Difference?
A short guide to the key differences between commodity plastics such as PE, PP and PVC and engineering plastics such as PA, PC and POM, and how to choose between them.
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