Thermoplastic Injection Molding Blog
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- High Performance Polymers – A Great Alternative for Medical Devices June 9, 2022 Topics: Blog, FEP & PFA Materials Blog, Medical Industries Blogs, Precision Injection Molding Capabilities Blogs Diabetes care has seen several innovations through the years. One of the most important developments is the insulin pump, which for many patients provides an option to the traditional needle and syringe approach to insulin injections. Insulin pumps are small, computerized devices that are about the size of a small cell phone. Insulin pumps deliver… Read More
- Product Spotlight – EnduroSharp(R) Scraper Blade & Holder Kit June 7, 2022 Topics: Aerospace & Defense Industries Blogs, Blog, EnduroSharp Blogs, Torlon Materials Blog 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 scraper tool that will not damage composite structures during use. The EnduroSharp® lineup consists of a variety of scraper blades, gap blades, reamers, cutter, bits, and… Read More
- Ultem® Use in Aerospace Applications June 1, 2022 Topics: Aerospace & Defense Industries Blogs, Blog, Precision Injection Molding Capabilities Blogs, Ultem Blogs Ultem Polyetherimide is a material widely used in the aerospace industry. It is often applied to aircraft components for weight reduction in place of metal parts. Additionally, since it has a high thermal resistance rating, polymer components have the benefit of evading radar detection in military aircraft. ULTEM is among the few resins approved for… Read More
- Performance Plastics is pleased to announce the promotion of Lear Jackson to Quality Manager May 24, 2022 Topics: Blog, News Performance Plastics is pleased to announce the promotion of Lear Jackson to Quality Manager CINCINNATI, OH, May 23, 2022 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Performance Plastics is pleased to announce the promotion of Lear Jackson to Quality Manager. Lear has been with Performance Plastics for over 8 years, most recently as a Quality System Coordinator, and will have responsibility overseeing… Read More
- Fluoropolymers Are A Great Choice For Parts That Must Perform In Unique Conditions May 19, 2022 Topics: Blog, Capabilities Blogs, FEP & PFA Materials Blog, Videos When you need parts that can withstand extreme operating conditions, fluoropolymers may fit the bill. Parts like roofing membranes, fuel tubes, biomedical devices, and wires are all common applications of fluoropolymers. FEP Fluoropolymer: Fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP resin) is a melt-processable fluoropolymer. FEP has low gas and permeability properties, can be extruded in long continuous… Read More
- Performance Plastics Key Capability – Net Shape Thermoplastic Peek Seals May 11, 2022 Topics: Blog, Capabilities Blogs, Design Engineering Capabilities Blogs, Industrial CT Scanning Capabilities Blogs, Industrial Industries Blogs, Net Shape Molding Capabilities Blogs Mating parts providing a fluid or gas seal are critical components in most mechanical systems. We commonly think of them in valves and connector assemblies, but they are also found in pressure vessels, compressors, pumps, motors, engines, transmissions, and almost all mechanical power trains. Seals, especially those that mate to moving parts, have a… Read More
- Ultem® Use in Medical Applications April 20, 2022 Topics: Blog, Medical Industries Blogs, Precision Injection Molding Capabilities Blogs, Ultem Blogs, Videos Ultem Polyetherimide is a material widely used in the medical industry. It is a highly sought-after thermoplastic for its weight saving characteristics and for its use in reusable autoclave sterilization components. Thermoplastic resins become more pliable at warmer temperatures which combined with strength characteristics, thinner walls and larger inner diameters make it a great option… Read More
- Come See Our New EnduroSharp(R) ABNIR “Lil ABNIR” Essential Surface Prep Kit at MRO Americas 2022 April 13, 2022 Topics: Blog, EnduroSharp Blogs Performance Plastics – Booth 4940 MRO Americas – Dallas, TX – April 26th thru April 28th 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 strength polymer, creating non-metallic tools that will not damage composite structures during use. The new,… Read More
