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Guides to materials, machining and industries – from the Martan Group's shops, now in one place.
GuidesAcrylglas (PMMA)Acrylic (PMMA) sheetsAcrylic glass sheets colourless
GuidesPOM-CAnisotropy in plastics – what designers need to considerWhat anisotropy in plastics means, what effects it has and how designers allow for the direction-dependent behaviour.
GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)Cleaning HDPE sheets: how to do it effectively and safelyCleaning HDPE sheets is easy once you know how. Here is your guide.
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.- 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!
- 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.
- GuidesPA 6Injection moulding processModern injection moulding process for precise plastic components in series production. High quality, efficient production & custom solutions.
- 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 hardness testing: an overview of Shore test methodsLearn all about the hardness testing of plastics according to Shore A and Shore D. With tables, application examples and a comparison of test methods.- 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 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.
- 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.
- GuidesGummiPolyethylene (PE)Why is polyethylene (PE) one of the most widely used plastics worldwide? Properties, advantages & applications clearly explained.
- 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.
GuidesPTFEPTFE, POM or PA6: Which plastic is suitable for plain bearings?Which plastic is suitable for plain bearings? PTFE, POM-C and PA6 compared: friction, wear, load capacity, moisture and dimensional stability.- GuidesPOM-CRods made from engineering plastic: suitable for which applications?Rods made from engineering plastic are versatile – whether in mechanical engineering, medical technology or the food industry. Find out more about materials, applications and processing.
- GuidesPE 300 (PE-HD)Weather-resistant sheets outdoorWeather-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor use: we have the plastic sheets with weather-resistant properties.