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GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets in a system compositeAluminium in hybrid construction: advantages, risks and joining techniques. How aluminium is safely combined with steel, plastic or wood.- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets under continuous loadHow do aluminium sheets behave under continuous load? Tips on strength, fatigue and safe operating conditions.
- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets UV protection: what you need to know for outdoor useWhich aluminium sheets are UV-resistant? Anodised, powder-coated or composite sheet – here you can find out which variant is suitable for outdoor use.
- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets with fire protection requirementAluminium sheets with fire protection requirements: materials, classifications and application limits clearly explained.
- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets with protective film – useful or unnecessary?Find out when a protective film on aluminium sheets is really worthwhile, what advantages it offers and when you can do without it.
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.- GuidesAluminiumAnodised aluminium sheetsAnodised aluminium sheets: benefits, surface properties and typical applications – selection, cut to size and use.
- GuidesAluminiumAnodised surfaces on aluminiumHow tensile strength, yield point and elongation influence the selection of your aluminium sheets and optimise cost, safety and processing.
- GuidesAluminiumAnodising aluminiumHow does the anodising of aluminium work? Colours, layers, strength, dimensional accuracy and possible applications clearly explained.
GuidesGummiAnti-fatigue matAnti-fatigue mats relieve strain on the back and joints and increase comfort in the workplace. Secure the benefits now and choose the right mat.- GuidesAluminiumAnti-slip aluminium sheets: when is chequered plate the better choice?Find out when aluminium chequer plate is the better choice – with advantages, areas of use and a comparison with smooth aluminium sheets.
- GuidesGummiAnti-slip matsAnti-slip mats cut to size for logistics, warehousing and production. Order now, made to measure, and secure machines reliably.
- GuidesGummiAnti-slip protection for wooden stairs outdoors – options & installationEffective anti-slip solutions for outdoor wooden stairs. Materials, installation & care – for greater safety in all weathers.
GuidesAntimicrobial plasticsLearn how antimicrobial plastics are used in medicine and food technology. Benefits, challenges and trends.
GuidesPCAntistatic in practice: dust reduction on transparent plastic surfacesLearn how antistatic measures can effectively reduce dust attraction on transparent plastic surfaces made of polycarbonate and PMMA.- GuidesGummiApplications for rubber matsRubber mats for various applications: playgrounds, fitness areas and other outdoor surfaces. Robust impact-protection and training mats made of rubber.
- GuidesPVC hartApplications for transparent PVC curtainsThe versatile applications of transparent PVC curtains in industry and trade. Advantages, costs, sustainability and applications.
- GuidesAluminiumAre anodised aluminium sheets scratch-resistant? – Durability in everyday useFind out how durable the surface is in everyday use and what you need to consider for care and application.
- GuidesAssembly of assemblies🔧 Efficient assembly mounting for mechanical engineering & industry. Tailored solutions, highest precision & on-time delivery.
- GuidesPCAvoiding stress cracks: How to treat engineering plastics correctlyRecognising and preventing stress cracks in engineering plastics: find out how internal stresses, chemicals and mechanical load lead to damage – and how to prevent this specifically through suitable material selection, processing and post-treatment.
- GuidesAluminiumAvoiding typical mistakes when ordering aluminium sheetsAvoid expensive mistakes when cutting aluminium sheets to size: tips on dimensions, tolerances, material selection, thickness, surface and protective film.
- GuidesPCBalcony cladding and privacy screen made of plasticRead here about the options you have with plastic as a privacy screen or as balcony cladding.
- GuidesGummiBalcony rubber matsBalcony rubber mats protect your floor, are non-slip and weatherproof. Request custom-made balcony floor mats directly now.
- GuidesPCBallistic environment: where plastics make sense – and where they do notWhere are plastics useful in a ballistic environment – and where not? Overview of polycarbonate for protective sheets and UHMW-PE for impact zones, including clear material limits.