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IndustriesPE 1000Alpine industryHigh-quality plastics for cable cars, piste vehicles & alpine infrastructure – weather-resistant & wear-resistant.- IndustriesPE 1000BallisticsWhich plastics are used in ballistics? From aramid to UHMW-PE – protective vests, armour & more for maximum safety.
- IndustriesPE 1000Bulk material handlingAbrasion-resistant plastics for bulk material handling, gravel, sand and granulates. PE-UHMW, wear sheets and custom-made plastic components.
GuidesPPBuy plastic semi-finished products online | Martan PlasticsPlastic semi-finished products made from PEEK, POM, PE, PP, PA and other thermoplastics: discover sheets, rods and cut pieces online.
ProcessingGummiCentreless cylindrical grindingPerfect roundness and tight tolerances thanks to centreless cylindrical grinding. Ideal for technical rubber parts. Calculate and secure your quote.- MaterialsPE 1000Chemical resistance of plasticsWhich plastics are chemically resistant, and how temperature, concentration and load affect service life.
ProcessingAluminiumCNC aluminium cut to sizePrecise CNC cutting of aluminium sheets: how computer-controlled manufacturing enables complex contours, holes and dimensional accuracy.
ProcessingABSCNC machining - turned plastic partsWe manufacture turned plastic parts. Precise, with modern CNC machining. Exactly to your requirements – please get in touch.- GuidesAluminiumCO₂ footprint of engineering plasticsHow do engineering plastics compare in the CO₂ footprint? Differences in production, use, recycling and future trends.
- ProcessingAcrylglas (PMMA)CO2 laser cuttingCO2 laser cutting to drawing from PMMA, ABS, PP, POM-C etc.
- IndustriesGummiConveyor technology & automationDiscover high-quality plastics for conveyor technology & automation. Wear-resistant, lightweight & low-maintenance – ideal for smooth processes.
IndustriesPA 6Crane and lifting technologyPlastic solutions for crane and lifting technology: wear-resistant materials for sheaves, plain bearings, guides and custom components.- ProcessingAluminiumCut pieces for machine cladding – what needs to be considered?What matters when cutting to size for machine enclosures: materials, tolerances, machining and planning. Find out more now!
ProcessingAcrylglas (PMMA)Cutting plastic sheets: techniques, tools and tipsHow do you cut plastic sheets? Which tools are suitable for this? And what should you look out for? You will find out in this article.- GuidesPA 6Differences in the moisture absorption of engineering thermoplasticsHow much moisture various engineering thermoplastics such as PA, POM, PC, PET and PEEK absorb and what effects this has.
GuidesPEEKDimensional stability in plasticsLearn how heat, mechanical forces and environmental influences affect the dimensional stability of plastics.- IndustriesPPDrinking water and wastewater technologyPlastics for drinking water and wastewater technology: PE, PP, PVDF and PTFE for components and water treatment. Select materials specifically.
IndustriesPOM-CDrive technologyPrecision plastic components for drive technology: longer service life, increased efficiency and custom solutions for your industry.- 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.
- MaterialsPEEKElectrical insulation properties of plasticsWhich plastics insulate electrically, how dielectric strength & CTI are assessed & which factors are important when choosing.
- GuidesPA 6Engineering plasticsEngineering plastics | High-performance plastics as sheet or rod | POM-C, PA6, PA6.6, PA12, PAI, PEEK, PVDF, PTFE, PBT, PPS, PPSU
- GuidesPE 1000Engineering plastics at low temperaturesWhich engineering plastics are suitable at temperatures below -40 °C? Discover properties, areas of application and material recommendations for refrigeration technology, outdoor and cryogenic applications.
- IndustriesPA 6Engineering plastics in the food industry | Food-safe materialsEngineering plastics are also needed in the food industry. Find out here exactly what they are important for.
- ProcessingPOM-CExpress cutsExpress cut-to-size plastic sheets to measure.