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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.
GuidesPTFEFrequently asked questions about PTFEWhat does PTFE mean? What are semi-finished products? Here you will find answers to your questions.
GuidesPEEKGuide to material selection for high-performance plasticsWhich high-performance plastic suits your application? PEEK, PPS, PTFE & Co. by temperature, chemical resistance and load.- GuidesPTFEGuide to selecting plastic sealing materialsLearn how to select plastic seals to suit your requirements. With areas of application and tips for choosing the material.
GuidesAluminiumHard-anodised aluminium sheetsHard-anodised aluminium sheets: maximum surface hardness, high wear protection and improved corrosion resistance.
ProcessingGummiHave seals made to measure – requirements, tolerances and processesHave seals made to measure: requirements, tolerances and processes explained. Find the right solution for your application now.
MaterialsPVC hartHeat resistance of plasticsWhat does heat deflection temperature mean? Find out how HDT and Vicat are determined and which values are relevant for material selection.- MaterialsPTFEHeat-resistant sealsHeat-resistant seals for high temperatures: materials, applications, selection criteria and service life.
- IndustriesGummiHeat-resistant seals compared for industrial applicationsWhich seal withstands heat? Comparison of the most important materials for industrial applications with clear selection guidance.
- GuidesPEEKHigh-performance plasticsBuy high-performance engineering plastic sheets cut to size cheaply online. PEEK PPS PEI PVDF PES PI POLYIMIDE PPSU PSU PTFE-TEFLON PPO PCTFE PFA ABS
- GuidesPEEKHigh-performance plasticsHigh-performance plastics such as PEEK, PPS, PEI and PAI: properties, comparison, semi-finished products and finished parts for demanding industrial applications.
GuidesPVDFHigh-performance plastics for indoor useHow high-performance plastics shape the interior of buildings and facilities. Fields of application, advantages, testing methods and future trends.- 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.
- IndustriesPEEKHigh-performance plastics for semiconductor manufacturingWhich plastics are suitable for the semiconductor industry? Everything about PEEK, PTFE & Co., their advantages, areas of application and selection criteria.
- GuidesPEEKHigh-performance plastics in aerospaceLearn how high-performance plastics are changing aerospace. Discover benefits, applications & future potential.
- 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.
- GuidesPTFEHigh-voltage applications: which plastics are suitable?Which plastics are suitable for high-voltage applications? Everything about properties and materials such as PI, PEEK, PTFE & silicone.
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.
- IndustriesPOM-CLaboratory and medical technologyPlastic parts for laboratory and medical technology to drawing. Precision milled and turned parts made from POM-C, PEEK, PTFE and other engineering plastics.
- MaterialsPA 6LCP plasticLCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer) offers extreme heat resistance, chemical resistance & excellent electrical insulation. Details here.