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GuidesGummiSelecting seals for hydraulic systemsFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.- GuidesGummiSelecting seals for pneumatic systemsFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
- GuidesGummiSelecting seals for rotating applicationsSelecting the right seals for rotating shafts: comparison, table and practical decision-making aid for industrial applications.
- GuidesGummiSelecting seals for vacuumFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
- GuidesGummiSelecting seals for water technologyFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
GuidesPTFESelf-lubricating plasticsEverything about self-lubricating plastics. Which materials are suitable, where are they used and what advantages do they offer?
GuidesSeries productionWe offer customised product solutions to your specification. We also provide free advice on site.
GuidesAluminiumSeries production of aluminium sheetsImplementing series production of aluminium sheets efficiently: an overview of processes, tolerances and quality assurance.- GuidesGummiService life of flat gaskets – when to replace?Find out how long flat gaskets last, which factors influence their service life and when replacement is necessary.
- GuidesGummiSiliconeWhat is silicone and what is it used for? Everything about properties, temperature resistance, elasticity and typical applications.
- GuidesGummiSilicone resinsWhat are silicone resins? Everything about their structure, properties, temperature resistance and typical applications in industry. Find out more now.
- GuidesGummiSilicone rubber sheetSilicone rubber sheets for industrial applications. Temperature-resistant and flexible. Secure quality for your project now and enquire directly.
- GuidesGummiSizing and using rubber sheets correctlyFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
- GuidesPVC hartSoft PVCFlexible PVC: flexible, durable and resistant. Ideal for seals and technical applications. Find out more now.
- GuidesPVC hartSoft PVC transparentSoft PVC transparent as sheet, roll, welding protection/safety curtains, PVC protective covers, PVC high-speed doors cut to size from stock.
GuidesPEEKSolutionsMartan Plastics offers professional plastic machining: CNC milling, turning, waterjet cutting & 3D printing for high-precision components.- GuidesSpecification of anti-glare and anti-fog coatings for HMI frontsLearn more about the specification of anti-glare and anti-fog coatings for HMI fronts. Details on gloss level, haze, contact angle and test methods.
GuidesPCSpecification of machine guard glazing: standards, tests, field of view, installationGuide for industrial users: requirements, relevant standards, test methods, field-of-view criteria, installation and service life of machine guard glazing.- GuidesGummiSponge rubber sealsSponge rubber seals with high elasticity and optimum fit. Ideal for industry, mechanical engineering and custom applications.
- GuidesGummiStable rubber mats – durable stable mats for horse and cow stablesRubber stable mats for horse stables and cow sheds: non-slip, durable and easy on the joints. Thickness, costs, installation and use.
GuidesPPSterilisable plasticsThe most important sterilisable plastics for medicine, laboratory and food. Properties, sterilisation methods and quality management.- GuidesGummiStoring seals correctly and preventing ageingStoring seals correctly: temperature, UV, ozone, storage life according to ISO 2230, checklist and typical mistakes for maximum service life.
- GuidesAluminiumStress-relief annealing for aluminium sheetsStress-relief annealing of aluminium: when it makes sense, what effects it has on dimensional accuracy and distortion, and which cut pieces it is worth doing for.
- GuidesPEEKStructural components in the defence sector – material comparison PEEK, PTFE, PEI & PA6Comparison of the most important plastics for military structural components: PEEK, PTFE, PEI and PA6 at a glance. Properties, areas of application and manufacturing requirements for highly stressed components.