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ProcessingPOM-CExpress cutsExpress cut-to-size plastic sheets to measure.- ProcessingPOM-CExtrusionEfficient extrusion for custom plastic profiles and semi-finished products. High precision and flexible shaping for industry.
- ProcessingPOM-CExtrusion pressesExtrusion presses for low-stress, durable plastic semi-finished products. High material density and excellent dimensional stability.
ProcessingAluminiumFAQ: Frequently asked questions about CNC machiningAnswers to the most frequently asked questions about CNC machining: materials, processes, tolerances, programming and online cut-to-size.
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.- IndustriesPOM-CFood industryDurable and hygienic plastics for the food industry. Certified materials, precision machining & solutions.
- 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.- IndustriesPPFood-safe plastics: certificates, requirements, applicationsFood-safe plastics: Find out all about legal requirements, certificates, suitable materials and areas of application for safe food contact.
- 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.
- MaterialsPPHeat deflection resistance: What does it mean for material selection?Find out what heat deflection temperature means for plastics, how it is measured and why it is crucial for material selection in engineering, automotive and medical technology.
GuidesPEEKHigh-performance plasticsHigh-performance plastics such as PEEK, PPS, PEI and PAI: properties, comparison, semi-finished products and finished parts for demanding industrial applications.
MaterialsPVDFHigh-performance plastics for outdoor use: which materials are suitable?Which high-performance plastics are suitable for outdoor use? Find out more about UV, weather and temperature resistance.- GuidesPPHigh-performance plastics: when standard plastics reach their limitsHigh-performance plastics such as PEEK, PTFE or PI stand out for their extreme resistance to temperature, chemicals and wear. Find out where they are used and when their use is worthwhile.
GuidesPA 6How are engineering plastics made? A look at productionWhat are engineering plastics? More about properties, types such as PA and POM, production, processing and industrial applications.- GuidesPPHow are engineering plastics made? The path from monomer to semi-finished productHow are engineering plastics made? Learn step by step how monomers are turned into high-quality semi-finished products for industrial applications through polymerisation, compounding and shaping.
- GuidesPPHow engineering plastics prove their worth in water technologyWhy plastics are indispensable in water technology. Discover materials, advantages and application examples.
- GuidesPOM-CHow plastic semi-finished products are turned into precision componentsHow precise components are made from plastic semi-finished products – from material selection through CNC milling & turning to quality inspection.
- MaterialsPA 6How resistant are plastics to chemicals?How resistant are plastics to chemicals? Overview of PTFE, PEEK, PVDF, PE-HD & co. with a table on acids, alkalis, solvents & temperature.
- ProcessingPOM-CIdentifying plastic defects: surface defects, warping and causes in processingTypical mistakes when processing engineering plastics such as POM, PA or PEEK cost time and quality. Learn how to professionally optimise material selection, storage, machining and bonding.
MaterialsPCInfluence of crystallinity on the material properties of plasticsWhat does crystallinity mean? How the degree of crystallinity, cooling & post-crystallisation influence properties & processing.- GuidesPA 6Injection moulding processModern injection moulding process for precise plastic components in series production. High quality, efficient production & custom solutions.
- GuidesPOM-CInjection moulding processes for engineering plastics: from idea to productLearn how the injection moulding process works with engineering plastics – from the idea to the finished component. An overview of advantages, materials, process steps and applications.