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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
  • Acrylglas (PMMA)
  • Aluminium
  • Aluminium EN AW 7075
  • Gummi
  • Hartpapier (HP 2061)
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  • IndustriesGummiCleaning and maintaining rubber sheets in industrial useCleaning and maintaining rubber sheets correctly in industrial use. Methods, cleaners and practical solutions for a longer service life.
  • ProcessingGummiCNC machiningCNC machining of rubber for exact contours, tight tolerances and reproducible series. Request dimensionally accurate rubber parts now.
  • ProcessingAcrylglas (PMMA)CO2 laser cuttingCO2 laser cutting to drawing from PMMA, ABS, PP, POM-C etc.
  • GuidesGummiConstruction protection matCustom-cut building protection mats for reliable protection against pressure, impacts and slipping. Configure online now and order directly.
  • GuidesGummiConveyor rubber matsTransporter rubber mats: robust floor mats protect the vehicle floor, improve slip resistance and increase transport safety.
  • IndustriesGummiConveyor technology & automationDiscover high-quality plastics for conveyor technology & automation. Wear-resistant, lightweight & low-maintenance – ideal for smooth processes.
  • GuidesGummiCustom-cut floor matOur custom-made mats allow you to adjust the length and width to the nearest centimetre to suit your requirements.
  • GuidesGummiCustom-cut rubber mats – when is off-the-roll material worth it?Find out when buying by the metre pays off and how to order precisely fitting mats for indoor and outdoor areas.
  • ProcessingGummiCutting construction protection matSaw, knife or something else entirely? This article tells you how best to cut a construction protection mat.
  • GuidesGummiDesigning O-ring grooves correctlySpecify O-ring grooves correctly with table, calculation and practical rules For safe sealing and a long service life
  • GuidesGummiDiallyl phthalate (DAP)DAP: Thermosetting plastic with electrical insulation and high heat and chemical resistance.
  • GuidesGummiDifference between rubber, foam and plasticRubber, foam and plastic differ considerably in their structure, their properties and their possible applications.
  • GuidesPEEKDimensional stability in plasticsLearn how heat, mechanical forces and environmental influences affect the dimensional stability of plastics.
  • GuidesGummiDimensional stability of elastomersWhy elastomers can never be manufactured to exact dimensions, which factors influence dimensional accuracy and how to assess rubber parts.
  • ProcessingGummiDIN ISO 3302 explained | Manufacturing tolerances for rubber engineeringDIN ISO 3302 and manufacturing tolerances in rubber engineering explained simply. Tolerance classes, ISO 3302-1 and ISO 3302-2 as well as practical examples for moulded parts and seals.
  • ProcessingGummiEdge protection profilesEdge protection profiles: Available in soft PVC and EPDM as well as silicone, they offer a durable solution for various areas of application.
  • GuidesGummiElastomersWhat makes elastomers so flexible and resistant? Typical materials and areas of application – clearly explained and practical.
  • MaterialsGummiElastomers compared - properties and structureElastomers explained: structure, properties and differences from thermoplastics. Technical details, applications and practical examples for industry & mechanical engineering.
  • IndustriesGummiElastomers compared for industrial applicationsComparison of the most important elastomers for industrial applications. Find the right material for temperature, media and load.
  • GuidesGummiEngineering foamsEngineering foams are materials used in a wide variety of industrial and commercial applications.
  • GuidesPVC hartEngineering plastics for outdoor useEngineering plastics for outdoor use: properties, UV resistance, suitable materials and tips for processing. Find out more and choose the right material!
  • GuidesGummiEPDMEPDM explained: What properties does the material have, where is it used and what advantages does it offer? Facts summarised concisely.
  • GuidesGummiEPDM rubber sheetEPDM rubber sheet: UV, ozone and weather resistant, durable and versatile. Choose thickness now and order directly.
  • MaterialsGummiEPDM seals compared with NBR & siliconeCompare EPDM, NBR and silicone seals. Find out which material is ideal for your application.

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