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GuidesPE 1000Effect of surface treatment on the durability of plasticsHow does surface treatment affect plastics? More about surface energy, activation, pre-treatment and suitable processes.
GuidesPCEfficient maintenance and replacement processes for viewing windows on machine toolsLearn all about the maintenance and replacement of viewing windows on machine tools: inspection schedules, replacement organisation and training content for service.- GuidesPCEfficient service-life planning for machine windows: inspection, replacement, documentationLearn how to effectively inspect, replace and document machine windows with structured service-life planning. Increase the reliability and service life of your systems with practical tips and checklists.
MaterialsPEEKElectrical insulation properties of plasticsWhich plastics insulate electrically, how dielectric strength & CTI are assessed & which factors are important when choosing.
GuidesAluminiumElectrically conductive plasticsHow electrically conductive plastics are manufactured, what advantages they offer and in which industries they are used.
IndustriesPTFEElectronicsDiscover the best plastics for the electronics industry: insulating, heat-resistant and flame-retardant. Find out more now!
GuidesPA 6Engineering plasticsEngineering plastics | High-performance plastics as sheet or rod | POM-C, PA6, PA6.6, PA12, PAI, PEEK, PVDF, PTFE, PBT, PPS, PPSU- 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.
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!- GuidesPEEKEngineering plastics in military technologyEngineering plastics for military technology: high resistance, low weight and precise application options in safety-critical applications.
IndustriesPPEngineering plastics in the automotive industry: innovations and advancesRead in our extensive article what role engineering plastics play in the automotive industry.
ProcessingPOM-CExpress cutsExpress cut-to-size plastic sheets to measure.- GuidesPCFactors influencing the optical quality of viewing windows in productionLearn how material, machining parameters, post-processing and cleaning influence the optical quality of viewing windows.
- GuidesPPFire protection for plasticsHow plastics react to fire, which fire protection test methods are important and which standards apply. Explained for industry & construction.
- GuidesAluminiumFlame-retardant additives in engineering plasticsHow flame-retardant additives work in engineering plastics, which mechanisms contribute to fire protection and where their limits lie.
- IndustriesPPFood-safe plastics: certificates, requirements, applicationsFood-safe plastics: Find out all about legal requirements, certificates, suitable materials and areas of application for safe food contact.
- GuidesPCFrom landfill to high-tech: how recycling is redefining engineering plastics!Read how engineering plastics can be recycled and reused.
- ProcessingPPGluing plastic: bonding plastics correctlyLearn everything important about bonding plastics and how you can achieve optimal results.
- GuidesPCHard coatings for transparent plastics in field testingHardcoats on PC, PMMA, PSU and PES in field testing: abrasion, UV resistance, cleaning resistance, test design and evaluation criteria for industrial visual parts.
- GuidesPCHard-coated polycarbonate sheets in practiceHow hard-coated polycarbonate sheets perform in the field: test methods, scratch and chemical resistance, service life and specification tips.
- MaterialsPPHeat deflection resistance: What does it mean for material selection?Find out what heat deflection temperature means for plastics, how it is measured and why it is crucial for material selection in engineering, automotive and medical technology.
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.
- GuidesPEEKHigh-performance plasticsHigh-performance plastics such as PEEK, PPS, PEI and PAI: properties, comparison, semi-finished products and finished parts for demanding industrial applications.