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IndustriesPA 6Renewable energyInnovative plastics for renewable energy. High-performance solutions for wind power, solar energy & more – durable & sustainable.
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.- IndustriesPCSport and leisureHigh-quality plastics for sports and leisure products. Robust, durable & versatile for outdoor use, sports equipment & protective systems.
GuidesPPSterilisable plasticsThe most important sterilisable plastics for medicine, laboratory and food. Properties, sterilisation methods and quality management.- MaterialsPCSulfone polymers compared: PSU, PES, PPSU in outdoor applicationsPSU, PES and PPSU in outdoor comparison: thermal performance, hydrolysis, UV resistance, coating, cost and availability. Practical for design and purchasing.
- MaterialsPCTemperature cycling resistance in engineering plasticsWhich plastics are particularly resistant to temperature changes, which test methods exist and why this property is crucial.
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.- GuidesPCThe revolution of medicine through engineering plasticsEngineering plastics are also used in the medical sector. Find out more about this here.
- IndustriesPCThe world of engineering plastics: properties, applications and challengesIn this blog article, we tell you about the properties and challenges that plastics entail.
- 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!
- IndustriesPPTraffic engineeringEngineering plastics for transport technology: PE, PP, PC, PA and other materials for components, sheets and individual applications.
- 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.
- ProcessingPCUV stabilisation of transparent plastics: additives, coextrusion, hardcoatsPractical guide: UV stabilisation of transparent plastics with additives, coextrusion cap layers and hard coatings. Classification of laboratory vs. field weathering.
- 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.
- IndustriesPA 6Vehicle constructionHigh-quality plastics for vehicle construction: robust, lightweight and efficient. Find out more about applications and benefits now.
- ProcessingPCWaterjet cuttingEfficient waterjet cutting for precise plastic cut pieces. Burr-free edges and flexible shapes for industry and engineering.
- MaterialsPCWeather-resistant plastics – UV-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor useWhich plastics are weather-resistant? Overview of UV-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor use – weatherproof, durable and available cut to size.
GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)Weather-resistant sheets outdoorWeather-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor use: we have the plastic sheets with weather-resistant properties.- GuidesPPWhat does plastic modification mean – and why is it important?What does plastic modification mean? How polymer modification, reinforcements, additives and plasticisation specifically optimise plastics.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)What is acrylic glass? Properties, production and advantages of PMMAWhat is acrylic glass? Find out more about the properties, production, temperature resistance and areas of application of PMMA and acrylic glass sheets.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)What is PMMA?PMMA is available under well-known brand names such as PLEXIGLAS®, Perspex or Altuglas and is used in numerous industries.
- MaterialsPCWhat is polycarbonate? Properties, applications and advantagesPolycarbonate is a transparent thermoplastic material that stands out for its high impact resistance, temperature resistance and versatility.
- 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.