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Guides to materials, machining and industries – from the Martan Group's shops, now in one place.
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.
GuidesAluminiumCO₂ footprint of engineering plasticsHow do engineering plastics compare in the CO₂ footprint? Differences in production, use, recycling and future trends.
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.
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.- 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.
GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)HDPE, PE300 or PE1000 – differences, areas of application, advantagesPE300, PE1000 or HDPE? Learn the key differences in sliding properties, wear, processing & price – with practical application tips.- GuidesPE 1000PE 1000 (PE UHMW) sheetsSheets PE 1000 (PE-UHMW) natural, black, green, blue, yellow or cut pieces to size | FDA conformity and complies with Directive 2002/72/EC
- 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.
GuidesPOM-CPlastic rodsWe supply plastic rods of your choice quickly, cheaply and punctually- GuidesPOM-CPlastic semi-finished productsVersatile plastic semi-finished products in various formats and materials. Ideal for further processing in industry and manufacturing.
- 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.- GuidesPE 1000Plastics for guides, slide rails and wear partsPE 1000, POM-C, PA6, PET, PTFE or PEEK: find the right plastic for slide rails, guides and wear parts.
GuidesPTFEPlastics for low-friction applications – sliding properties explainedDiscover which sliding plastics are suitable for low-friction applications. Properties, advantages and material selection.- GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)Plastics in contact with drinking waterWhich plastics are approved for drinking water? Everything about approvals, test procedures and applications of PE, PP, PVC-U & Co.
- GuidesPA 6Plastics in hydraulics and pneumaticsWhich plastics are used in hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Comparison of PA, POM, PTFE, PU, PE and PEEK.
- 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.
- GuidesPTFESelf-lubricating plasticsEverything about self-lubricating plastics. Which materials are suitable, where are they used and what advantages do they offer?
- GuidesPA 6Wear-resistant plastics: materials for moving applicationsFind out which wear-resistant plastics perform in moving applications. From PA to POM to PEEK.