EnduroSharp® has changed the way aerospace maintenance professionals remove sealants and adhesives from substrates and fasteners. EnduroSharp® tools are made from Torlon®, a high strength polymer, creating a non-metallic tool that will not damage composite structures during use. The EnduroSharp® lineup consists of a variety of scraper blades, gap blades, reamers, cutters, bits, and discs […]
For four decades, Performance Plastics has been delivering the highest quality custom plastic injection molding solutions in the industry for our customers. We take a highly specialized and consultative approach, working closely with our customers to develop the solutions needed to solve the most complicated issues. We have the experience to take a project from […]
Choosing the best technology for your application Plastic injection molding and 3D printing are both viable technologies. 3D printing has given engineers the power to create designs and bring them to life in a matter of hours. Injection molding, on the other hand, is the proven technology for complexity, quality, and value. It is used […]
May 25, 2021 (Cincinnati, OH) Performance Plastics – Problem Solved – today announced the launch of its newly designed website www.performanceplastics.com to provide customers more relevant and easier to find information on thermoplastic high-performance polymers for the aerospace, medical and diversified industrial markets. Since 1982, Performance Plastics, has partnered with its customers to leverage the […]
Performance Plastics specializes in precision injection molding of high-performance plastics. Our precise production process gives us the ability to injection mold difficult polymers, producing high quality thermoplastic products. High performance plastic materials, such as PAI (Polyamidimide) Torlon®, possess ideal properties when it comes to molding for strength and durability. Recognized as one of the highest […]
EnduroSharp® has changed the way aerospace maintenance professionals remove sealants and adhesives from substrates and fasteners. EnduroSharp® tools are made from Torlon®, a high strength polymer, creating a non-metallic gap blade tool that will not damage composite structures during use. The EnduroSharp® lineup consists of a variety of scraper blades, gap blades, reamers, cutters, bits, […]
Come See Our New EnduroSharp(R) ABNIR “Fly Away” Compact Surface Prep Kit at MRO Americas Performance Plastics – Booth 606 MRO Americas – Orlando FL – April 27th thru April 29th EnduroSharp(R) has changed the way aerospace maintenance professionals remove sealants and adhesives from substrates and fasteners. EnduroSharp® tools are made from Torlon®, a high […]
New Torlon(R) Nonmetallic Tools Under contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Materials Integrity Branch (AFRL/RXSA), the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) developed improved material removal tools & accessories Transitioning developed tools to multiple weapons systems for material removal applications on composite components Injection molded from Torlon® 5030 – Solvay’s polyamide-imide (PAI) resin 30% […]
The lack of reliable and effective nonmetallic material removal tools available to maintainers drives the continued use of unapproved tools and/or methods when removing materials from aerospace vehicles. The use of metallic tools has resulted in damage to vehicles, both short term and long term, causing the need for expensive repairs and reduction in vehicle […]
Nutplates fail for a variety of reasons Poor surface prep Wrong grip length fastener (too long) when engaged pushing nutplate off structure Fastener locked up in nut element (i.e. not turning) due to excessive heat from fastener during installation Improper fastener torque sequencing for panel installation Following aircraft specific T.O. – takes from 24 to […]
