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GuidesCopperCopper is very special because it is a heavy metal with excellent conductivity.
GuidesAluminiumCorrosion protection and maintenance of aluminium sheetsCorrosion protection and maintenance of aluminium sheets: which measures protect, how to extend service life and what matters in practice.- GuidesAluminiumCorrosion protection for aluminiumHow well is aluminium really protected against corrosion? Which factors are decisive and which protective measures are worthwhile.
GuidesGummiCustom-cut floor matOur custom-made mats allow you to adjust the length and width to the nearest centimetre to suit your requirements.- GuidesGummiCustom-cut rubber mats – when is off-the-roll material worth it?Find out when buying by the metre pays off and how to order precisely fitting mats for indoor and outdoor areas.
- GuidesAluminiumDelivery timesHow quickly is delivery made? Here you will find information on our standard and express delivery times for aluminium cut to size.
- GuidesDesign guide for easy-to-clean viewing windows: fundamentals and tipsLearn how to design easy-to-clean viewing windows. Discover design principles on geometry, edges, seals and more.
GuidesPCDesign guide for impact-resistant polycarbonate exterior glazingPractical guide for impact-resistant polycarbonate exterior glazing: load assumptions, edge processing, fastening, sealing, ageing reserves, testing and validation.- GuidesDesign guidelines for low-stress plastic sight glassesLearn all about design guidelines for low-stress plastic sight glasses. Optimisation tips on edges, seals and inspection steps.
- GuidesGummiDesigning O-ring grooves correctlySpecify O-ring grooves correctly with table, calculation and practical rules For safe sealing and a long service life
GuidesPTFEDevelopment and manufacturingDevelopment and production of technical parts from high-performance materials to customer requirements.- GuidesGummiDiallyl phthalate (DAP)DAP: Thermosetting plastic with electrical insulation and high heat and chemical resistance.
- GuidesGummiDifference between rubber, foam and plasticRubber, foam and plastic differ considerably in their structure, their properties and their possible applications.
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.- GuidesGummiDimensional stability of elastomersWhy elastomers can never be manufactured to exact dimensions, which factors influence dimensional accuracy and how to assess rubber parts.
GuidesPOM-CDistortion in plastic components – causes and solutionsWhy distortion occurs in plastic components and how you can avoid it through material selection, design and process optimisation.- GuidesAluminiumDrawing partsDrawing parts exactly to your specifications. Contact us for a personal consultation and a customised quote!
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.- GuidesAluminiumEffects of heat and temperature changes on aluminium sheetsHow do heat and temperature changes affect aluminium sheets? Expansion, stresses and material behaviour explained clearly.
- GuidesPCEfficient maintenance and replacement processes for viewing windows on machine toolsLearn all about the maintenance and replacement of viewing windows on machine tools: inspection schedules, replacement organisation and training content for service.
- GuidesPCEfficient service-life planning for machine windows: inspection, replacement, documentationLearn how to effectively inspect, replace and document machine windows with structured service-life planning. Increase the reliability and service life of your systems with practical tips and checklists.
- GuidesGummiElastomersWhat makes elastomers so flexible and resistant? Typical materials and areas of application – clearly explained and practical.
- GuidesAluminiumElectrically conductive plasticsHow electrically conductive plastics are manufactured, what advantages they offer and in which industries they are used.