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Materials · Look up technical terms: the glossary

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  • ABS
  • Acrylglas (PMMA)
  • Aluminium
  • Aluminium EN AW 7075
  • Gummi
  • Hartpapier (HP 2061)
  • PA 6
  • PC
  • PE 1000
  • PE 300 (PE-HD)
  • PEEK
  • POM-C
  • PP
  • PTFE
  • PUR
  • PVC hart
  • PVC-Hartschaum
  • PVDF
  • ProcessingAcrylglas (PMMA)CO2 laser cuttingCO2 laser cutting to drawing from PMMA, ABS, PP, POM-C etc.
  • IndustriesPEEKDefence industryHigh-performance plastics, moulded parts and plastic components for the defence industry. Solutions for industrial applications.
  • IndustriesPEEKDefence industryRobust plastic solutions for the defence industry: lightweight, resilient and perfectly engineered for extreme requirements.
  • GuidesPTFEDevelopment and manufacturingDevelopment and production of technical parts from high-performance materials to customer requirements.
  • 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.
  • IndustriesPA 6Electrical industryHigh-quality plastics for the electrical industry: electrically insulating, heat-resistant & stable. Find out more now!
  • 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
  • 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.
  • GuidesPEEKEngineering plastics in military technologyEngineering plastics for military technology: high resistance, low weight and precise application options in safety-critical applications.
  • MaterialsAluminiumEngineering plastics vs. metals – where are the advantages?When is plastic worth using instead of metal? Compare weight, corrosion, load capacity & cost & find suitable plastics.
  • ProcessingPOM-CExpress cutsExpress cut-to-size plastic sheets to measure.
  • ProcessingPEEKExtruding PEEK – process, parameters, typical gradesHow is PEEK extruded? Process, temperature, parameters and quality characteristics of extruded semi-finished products such as sheets, rods and tubes.
  • ProcessingPOM-CExtrusionEfficient extrusion for custom plastic profiles and semi-finished products. High precision and flexible shaping for industry.
  • IndustriesPVC hartFDA-approved plastics for the food industrySuitable plastics for food and what FDA approval means – requirements, benefits & applications for maximum safety.
  • GuidesPPFire protection for plasticsHow plastics react to fire, which fire protection test methods are important and which standards apply. Explained for industry & construction.
  • IndustriesPE 1000Food industryPlastic parts for the food industry to drawing. Guides, slide sheets, rollers and components made from PE, POM-C, PTFE, PEEK and silicone.
  • IndustriesPE 300 (PE-HD)Food-safe plastics compared – FDA approval and EU 10/2011Which plastics are food-safe? Find out how FDA approval and EU 10/2011 apply – with a comparison of PE, PP, POM, PTFE & PEEK for food contact.
  • GuidesPEEKGuide to material selection for high-performance plasticsWhich high-performance plastic suits your application? PEEK, PPS, PTFE & Co. by temperature, chemical resistance and load.
  • GuidesPTFEGuide to selecting plastic sealing materialsLearn how to select plastic seals to suit your requirements. With areas of application and tips for choosing the material.

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