Thermoplastic Injection Molding Blog
Performance Plastics is in touch with the latest trends, research and insight into technology, injection molding and the plastics supply chain around the world.
- Introducing the EnduroSharp® ABNIR “Fly Away” Compact Surface Prep Kit January 20, 2021 Topics: Blog, EnduroSharp Blogs 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 non-metallic tools that will not damage composite structures during use. The new, ABNIR “Fly Away” Compact Surface Prep Kit features a selection of commonly used tools with… Read More
- PEEK Molded Plastic is Taking the Place of Metal January 13, 2021 Topics: Blog, Peek Materials Blogs Performance Plastics provides a solution to avoid metal when designing your new part. Perfecting injection molding processes since 1980, PPL has an extensive knowledge of how to create plastic parts equivalent to metal. A high-performance plastic, such as Polyetheretherketone (PEEK), is ideal for parts that demand the high strength of metal, while also being lightweight… Read More
- EnduroSharp® Torlon® Maintenance Tools For Aircraft and Windmill Blades January 6, 2021 Topics: Blog, EnduroSharp Blogs EnduroSharp® has changed the way maintenance professionals remove sealants and adhesives from composite substrates and fasteners. EnduroSharp® tools are made from Torlon®, a high strength, high performance plastic polymer which provides all the benefits of a sharp tool without the risk associated with caustic devices. EnduroSharp® Torlon® maintenance tools are non metallic scraper tools designed to… Read More
- Happy Holidays from Performance Plastics December 23, 2020 Topics: Blog Whoa, 2020 is almost over! Apparently, time flies in the midst of a global pandemic. This year was not one without its challenges. From material shortages, mandatory shutdowns to shipping delays, we are proud of all of our team’s achievements in solving our customer’s most complicated problems. We still hold true to our company’s motto:… Read More
- Injection Molded Plastic Fluoropolymers to manufacture UV-C Sanitization Devices December 17, 2020 Topics: Blog, FEP & PFA Materials Blog UV-C light can be used to kill germs such as bacteria, viruses such as Covid-19, and spores. UV-C light disrupts the DNA of pathogens, eliminating their ability to replicate This technology works by the line of sight so the light must reach the surface in order for the bacteria or virus to be deactivated. Historically,… Read More
- Direct Gating Makes Complex Medical Components A Reality December 2, 2020 Topics: Blog, Engineering Capabilities Blogs At Performance Plastics, our primary job is to facilitate designs that create better products. Our direct gating technology does just that by increasing the value of existing products and providing advantages for new, innovative concepts. Our hybrid direct gate technology eliminates the runner waste associated with conventional molding, significantly reducing material use and per part… Read More
- Performance Plastics Hosts Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive November 25, 2020 Topics: Blog With many of the food banks pushed to the brink this year because of COVID-19, Performance Plastics is hosting our Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Following strict COVID-19 guidelines, we are gathering non-perishable, shelf stable canned goods for donation to a local church. Many food banks and pantries are facing decreased food donations while more families… Read More
- Performance Plastics Ltd is pleased to announce the promotion of Brandon Fawley to Automation Technician November 19, 2020 Topics: Blog, News Performance Plastics Ltd is pleased to announce the promotion of Brandon Fawley to Automation Technician. Brandon has been with Performance Plastics for over 19 years in several roles, most recently as a 1st Shift Process Technician. Brandon will have responsibility overseeing and maintaining our electrical and automation assets. “Brandon has been with Performance Plastics through… Read More
