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Materials · Look up technical terms: the glossary

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  • IndustriesAluminiumAluminium sheets in food technology – hygienic and robust?Are aluminium sheets suitable for use in the food industry? Everything about hygiene, surfaces, standards & suitable alloys.
  • 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.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium sheets vs. aluminium composite sheets – what is the difference?The differences between aluminium sheets and aluminium composite sheets – with a comparison table, advantages and specific application recommendations.
  • 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.
  • ProcessingAluminiumAluminium sheets: properties, applications and cut-to-size piecesAluminium sheets: material properties, areas of application, alloys and cut to size. Find out more now and find aluminium sheets cut to size.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium with protective film: benefits, variants & applicationsWhy aluminium with protective film? Protect anodised, ground and raw aluminium parts – ideal for transport and storage.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium-plastic composite sheetsEverything about aluminium-plastic composite sheets: structure, properties, advantages over solid aluminium and typical applications.
  • 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.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAnodised aluminium: properties, advantages and industrial applicationsWhat advantages does anodised aluminium offer for industrial applications, what processes are available and when is it particularly worthwhile.
  • 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.
  • IndustriesGummiAnti-slip mats industrialAnti-slip mats for industry: non-slip rubber mats for production, workshop and warehouse. Safety, protection and workplaces.
  • 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.
  • IndustriesAluminiumApplications of plastics in a wide range of industriesThis article explains the roles plastics play in a wide range of industries.

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