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Guides to materials, machining and industries – from the Martan Group's shops, now in one place.
GuidesPCMultiwall sheets with UV protection: which variants offer long-lasting clarity?Multiwall sheets with UV protection ensure long-lasting clarity and material resistance. Find out which variants offer the best protection against yellowing and embrittlement and what to look out for when choosing.
GuidesPEEKNew EU regulations 2025 - impact on production, materials and supply chainsFind out which EU regulations will become important for industry and manufacturers in 2025. REACH, RoHS 3, packaging & supply chains at a glance – with clear recommendations for action for companies.
GuidesPA 6Noise and vibration damping with plasticsWhich plastics are suitable for vibration damping? PUR, TPE, PA & high-performance plastics damp vibrations and protect components.
GuidesAluminiumPlastic metallisation: processes & applicationsPlastic metallisation: Discover processes such as electroplating, PVD and CVD for coating plastics with metal – for applications in industry, electronics and design.
GuidesPVC hartPlastic profiles cut to size – advantages and areas of applicationDiscover the advantages of custom-made plastic profiles for industry & engineering. Precisely fitting, economical and versatile.
GuidesPVC hartPlastic profiles cut to size – flexibility and precisionPlastic profiles made from materials such as PVC, ABS, PP, PC, PMMA, PETG, ASA and TPU. Great flexibility in selecting the right profile for your requirements.
GuidesPOM-CPlastic rodsWe supply plastic rods of your choice quickly, cheaply and punctually- GuidesPA 6Plastic sheetsPlastic sheets in ABS, Makrolon®, Plexiglas® (acrylic glass), PA6, POM-C, PE300 PE1000, PEEK, PVDF, PTFE (Teflon), PP and PVC from stock.
- GuidesPOM-CPlastic sheetsWe deliver plastic sheets of your choice quickly, cheaply and on time
- GuidesPOM-CPlastic sheets cut to size: how to order semi-finished products cut to size quicklyBuy plastic sheets cut exactly to size – configurable online or with an individual enquiry. PE, POM, PVC, PC, PMMA – cut to size and ready for dispatch.
- GuidesPCPlasticsFind out here which plastics exist, what distinguishes them and what they are made of.
GuidesPTFEPlastics for cryogenic applicationsWhich plastics are suitable for cryogenic applications? Find out which materials remain reliable at extreme temperatures.- GuidesPCPlastics for drones & UAVs – lightweight materials for unmanned systemsLightweight, vibration-resistant and temperature-resistant plastics for drones and UAVs. Overview of suitable materials and optical covers made from PC and PMMA.
- GuidesPCPlastics in sensor technologyWhich plastics are used in sensor technology. From PEEK to PC – materials for precise, durable and reliable measurement technology.
GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)Privacy screen, machine cladding or cover? – How to use plastic sheets correctlyWhich plastic sheet is suitable for what? Discover materials for privacy screens, machine cladding & covers – with tips on fire protection, appearance & installation.- GuidesAcrylglas (PMMA)Quality assurance in the thermoforming of transparent componentsDefect patterns, test methods, tool surfaces, protective film management and traceability: how to ensure the visual and functional quality of transparent thermoformed parts in series production.
- GuidesPA 6Recycling of engineering plastics: processes and potentialLearn all about the recycling of engineering plastics – from mechanical and chemical processes to challenges, potential and the role in the circular economy. Ideal for industry, development and sustainable production.
- GuidesPCSpecification of machine guard glazing: standards, tests, field of view, installationGuide for industrial users: requirements, relevant standards, test methods, field-of-view criteria, installation and service life of machine guard glazing.
GuidesPPSterilisable plasticsThe most important sterilisable plastics for medicine, laboratory and food. Properties, sterilisation methods and quality management.- GuidesPCThe revolution of medicine through engineering plasticsEngineering plastics are also used in the medical sector. Find out more about this here.
- GuidesPVC hartTips for caring for your plastic sheets - this is how you clean plasticFind out in this article how to clean your plastic sheets easily and effectively in future!
- GuidesPCTransparent engineering plasticsTransparent plastics: PC, PMMA, PET, PVC, PEI & PSU. Properties, heat resistance, production, machining and applications.
- GuidesPCTransparent engineering plastics outdoors: correctly assessing UV and weather exposureTransparent plastics for outdoor use in UV and weathering comparison: PC, PMMA, PSU, PES, COP. Selection matrix, coatings, design rules, practical guide.
- GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)Weather-resistant sheets outdoorWeather-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor use: we have the plastic sheets with weather-resistant properties.