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.
- Gain an edge with EnduroSharp® Scraper Blades May 9, 2023 Topics: Blog, EnduroSharp Blogs, Materials Blogs When using a tool for maintenance, it is important to use the right tool to perform the task the right way. Using the incorrect tool wastes time, reduces efficiency, and puts the maintainer at risk of injury. Take for example a tool as basic as a scraper blade. Not all scraper blades are made of… Read More
- Plastics Support Sustainability May 4, 2023 Topics: Blog, Materials Blogs, Videos Strong, lightweight plastics enable us to live better while contributing to sustainability in many ways—all which stem from plastics’ ability to help us do more with less. Plastics help us protect the environment by reducing waste, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and saving energy at home, at work, and on the road. Plastic packaging helps to… Read More
- Product Spotlight – EnduroSharp® Gap Blade & Scraper Blade Kit with Pneumatic Tool April 4, 2023 Topics: Blog, EnduroSharp Blogs, Videos EnduroSharp® has changed the way aerospace maintenance professionals remove sealants and adhesives from substrates and fasteners. After receiving feedback from aircraft professionals, EnduroSharp® has combined two of our most popular kits into one consolidated kit. This kit offers the full selection of the EnduroSharp® gap blades, and EnduroSharp® scraper blades, packaged in one convenient carrying… Read More
- Why Use a High-Performance Plastic for your Gasket? March 28, 2023 Topics: Blog, FEP & PFA Materials Blog, Materials Blogs, Videos A high-performance plastic is a resin that exhibits characteristics that make it a viable alternative to metals for use in industrial applications. Characteristics include strength & durability, temperature resistance, electrical properties, lightweight, and versatility. Overall, high-performance plastics can be custom designed to meet specific performance criteria and offer a wide range of benefits. A gasket… Read More
- Performance Plastics Experience in Material Knowledge for Gaskets, Seals, and Poppets March 16, 2023 Topics: Blog, Capabilities Blogs, Design Engineering Capabilities Blogs, Industrial CT Scanning Capabilities Blogs, Materials Blogs Gaskets, seals, and poppets are key components of industrial applications used to seal joints, limit vibration, and prevent leaks. They serve critical functions, so it is essential to choose the correct material for the application. Performance Plastics has a thorough understanding of high-performance thermoplastics including PEEK, PFA, FEP, Torlon, and Ultem to create reliable, better… Read More
- What is a high-performance plastic? February 28, 2023 Topics: Blog, Materials Blogs, Precision Injection Molding Capabilities Blogs, Videos Plastics can be considered high-performance for a variety of reasons. The specific application and the performance criteria are the most important. Here are some characteristics that can contribute to a resin being classified as a high-performance plastic. Strength and durability: Many plastics are engineered (fiber reinforced) to be extremely strong and durable, with high tensile… Read More
- Peek use in Semi-Conductor Applications – Wafer Manufacturing February 7, 2023 Topics: Blog, Industries Blogs, Materials Blogs, Peek Materials Blogs PEEK is short for polyether ether ketone. These polymers are notable for their phenylene rings and oxygen bridges, which result in resilience, durability, and strength. Wafer manufacturing is a term used to describe the process of creating chips, otherwise known as integrated circuits, which are used in everyday devices. You will find chips in… Read More
- Does your part need Flexibility & Strength – Consider Nylon® January 26, 2023 Topics: Blog, Design Engineering Capabilities Blogs, Materials Blogs, Nylon Materials Blogs Nylon® is a synthetic thermoplastic polyamide that is known for its strength, temperature resilience, and chemical compatibility. It has been proven to be a lightweight, heavy-duty industrial engineering plastic replacement for metals that are resistant to both heat and corrosive chemicals. Nylon® is a great material for parts that undergo flexure and bending. With wear… Read More
