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Guides to materials, machining and industries – from the Martan Group's shops, now in one place.
MaterialsABSABS - acrylonitrile butadiene styreneABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) is a versatile plastic with high impact strength. More about its properties & applications.- MaterialsABSABS plastic sheets compared with high-performance plasticsHow ABS plastic sheets compare to high-performance plastics. Costs, mechanical properties and areas of application.
MaterialsPA 6Engineering plastics for indoor use: properties, advantages and applicationsEngineering plastics for interior applications impress with design freedom, durability and functionality. Find out which materials are suitable for furniture, appliance housings and sanitary applications – including selection criteria and benefits.- MaterialsPVC hartHeat resistance of plasticsWhat does heat deflection temperature mean? Find out how HDT and Vicat are determined and which values are relevant for material selection.
- MaterialsABSHigh Impact PolystyreneHIPS plastic in detail: properties, comparison, applications and clear decision-making guidance. Choose the right material now.
- MaterialsPA 6How resistant are plastics to chemicals?How resistant are plastics to chemicals? Overview of PTFE, PEEK, PVDF, PE-HD & co. with a table on acids, alkalis, solvents & temperature.
- MaterialsABSMechanical properties and advantages of ABS plastic sheetsWhat are ABS plastic sheets? More about the properties, advantages, machining and areas of application of ABS sheets in industry and engineering.
MaterialsPPPESPES (polyethersulfone) stands out for its high temperature resistance and electrical insulation. More about processing and applications.- MaterialsABSPlastic materials for industryCompare engineering plastics by properties such as heat resistance, sliding properties or FDA compliance. Find the right material now.
MaterialsPVC hartPlastic sheets (plastic sheets): materials, properties and applicationsA plastic sheet offers numerous advantages that make it attractive for a wide range of applications. Depending on the material, they are weather-resistant, UV-resistant, heat-resistant and food-safe.- MaterialsPVC hartPlastic triangular strip – properties, concrete & areas of applicationPlastic triangular strips for concrete, formwork and industry: properties, materials, applications and selection explained.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)Plastics for outdoor use: UV-resistant, weatherproof and durableWhich plastics are suitable for outdoor use? Discover UV-resistant, robust materials for garden, construction & technical applications – with comparison & practical knowledge.
- MaterialsPPPolypropylene: properties, applications and technical informationLearn more about polypropylene: applications, advantages and technical data. Ideal for mechanical engineering, the chemical industry and more.
- MaterialsABSPS plasticWhat is PS plastic? Everything about properties, technical data, applications and the differences between polystyrene, GPPS and HIPS.
- MaterialsPVC hartPVC properties & PVC-U properties | density, resistance & rigid PVCPVC properties at a glance: density, chemical resistance, temperature behaviour and PVC-U properties. Information on rigid PVC and PVC sheets.
- MaterialsPVC hartPVC sheets - properties and possible applicationsThe advantages of PVC sheets 2000 x 1000 mm: robust, weather-resistant and versatile. Ideal for construction, industry, exhibition stand construction & DIY.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)UV-resistant plastics – UV protection, resistance & comparisonWhich plastics are UV-resistant? Find out what UV resistance means and which materials such as polyamide, polycarbonate or acrylic glass are suitable for outdoor use.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)What is the difference between amorphous and semi-crystalline plastics?Learn the difference between amorphous and semi-crystalline plastics. Properties, areas of application and decision-making aids.