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Guides to materials, machining and industries – from the Martan Group's shops, now in one place.

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Materials · Look up technical terms: the glossary

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  • ABS
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  • Aluminium EN AW 7075
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  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for rotating applicationsSelecting the right seals for rotating shafts: comparison, table and practical decision-making aid for industrial applications.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for vacuumFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for water technologyFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • IndustriesGummiSelecting the right seals for the food industryWhich seal is suitable for food processing plants? Materials, regulations and selection guide explained concisely. Choose correctly now.
  • GuidesGummiService life of flat gaskets – when to replace?Find out how long flat gaskets last, which factors influence their service life and when replacement is necessary.
  • ProcessingGummiServicesSolutions for the rubber industry: sealing technology, precision rubber machining and custom-cut rubber mats. Discover now and request your project.
  • GuidesGummiSiliconeWhat is silicone and what is it used for? Everything about properties, temperature resistance, elasticity and typical applications.
  • GuidesGummiSilicone resinsWhat are silicone resins? Everything about their structure, properties, temperature resistance and typical applications in industry. Find out more now.
  • GuidesGummiSilicone rubber sheetSilicone rubber sheets for industrial applications. Temperature-resistant and flexible. Secure quality for your project now and enquire directly.
  • GuidesGummiSizing and using rubber sheets correctlyFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • GuidesPVC hartSoft PVCFlexible PVC: flexible, durable and resistant. Ideal for seals and technical applications. Find out more now.
  • GuidesGummiSponge rubber sealsSponge rubber seals with high elasticity and optimum fit. Ideal for industry, mechanical engineering and custom applications.
  • GuidesGummiStable rubber mats – durable stable mats for horse and cow stablesRubber stable mats for horse stables and cow sheds: non-slip, durable and easy on the joints. Thickness, costs, installation and use.
  • GuidesGummiStoring seals correctly and preventing ageingStoring seals correctly: temperature, UV, ozone, storage life according to ISO 2230, checklist and typical mistakes for maximum service life.
  • GuidesGummiStudded matsStudded mat as cut-to-length rubber. Slip-resistant, durable and flexible to cut to size – ideal for workshops, industry and trade.
  • GuidesGummiSustainability in elastomersHow sustainable elastomers become an environmentally friendly alternative through recycling, bio-based materials and material development.
  • IndustriesGummiTechnical industrial suppliesTechnical industrial supplies for industry and municipalities. Hoses, fittings, O-rings, seals, adhesive products and much more.
  • MaterialsAluminiumTemperature resistance of aluminium sheetsHow temperature-resistant are aluminium sheets really? Practical values from −50 °C to +150 °C, typical applications for the right cut piece.
  • MaterialsPTFETemperature resistance of plasticsWhich plastics are temperature-resistant? Find out everything about heat- and cold-resistant plastics, thermal properties, high-performance plastics and applications at high temperatures.
  • MaterialsGummiTemperature resistance of rubber sheetsEverything about the temperature resistance of rubber sheets. Materials, temperature ranges and applications of EPDM, NBR, silicone & Viton.
  • GuidesGummiTerrace rubber matsTerrace rubber mats for every surface. Weatherproof, slip-resistant, made to measure. Enquire now about the right outdoor floor mat.
  • GuidesPVC hartThe history of plastic discovery and developmentHow long have plastics existed and who invented them? In this blog article you will find out how it all came about.
  • GuidesPVC hartThermoplasticsWhat makes thermoplastics so versatile? Everything about properties, processing, advantages and areas of application – explained concisely and clearly.
  • GuidesGummiThermosetsWhat are thermosets? Everything about the properties, advantages and typical areas of application of these plastics – explained clearly and with practical relevance.

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