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Plastics & Polymers

High-performance engineering plastics - Ensinger

The company’s line of engineering plastics now includes a variety of high-performance thin-gauge materials.

Bioplastic specialty compounds - RTP Co.

A comprehensive line of engineered bioplastic compounds use resins derived from renewable resources.

Bio-based engineering plastic - DSM Engineering Plastics

EcoPaXX is a green, bio-based, high-performance engineering plastic with excellent mechanical properties. It is based on polyamide 410, a long-chain polyamide with properties such as low moisture absorption, high melting point, and high crystallization rate.

In-mold printing technology
In-mold Printing Technology

Tom Furey from Industramark explains the advantages of using in-mold printing of plastic parts to Jessica Shapiro of MACHINE DESIGN. 6:54

Cable ties and tools - AutomationDirect

A complete family of cable ties, mounts and installation tools include standard black and white cable ties that are oil, grease, solvent, and petroleum resistant and come in 4 to 32-in. lengths.

Aluminum Tooling Speeds Delivery and Cuts Cycle Time

Aluminum tools for plastic molding can be less expensive, have less leadtime, and permit faster production cycles.

New Products: Thermal-management epoxy

EP30BN two-part, boron-nitride epoxy adhesive helps with thermal management.

New Products: Fluoropolymer brochure

The brochure details new and existing PTFE grades for high-wear and high-temperature applications as well as FDA compliance.

New Product: Printable pressure-sensitive films

The films are compatable with digital printing processes.

New Products: Thermoplastic polyolefins
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Tough TPOs can replace fiberglass.

Bioplastics, Energy Efficiency Build Up Attendance and Program at NPE 2009

NPE 2009, June 22 through 26 in Chicago, is looking strong thanks to co-located partner shows, bioplastics, and an emphasis on energy efficiency.

Laser Staking Securely Joins Plastic Parts for Printed-Circuit Boards

Laser staking lets electronics manufacturers package printed-circuit boards in a more-controlled, less-damaging manner.

Conformable Coating Narrows Compressor Air Gaps, Boosts Efficiency
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A polymeric coating that conforms to complex contours in rotary compressors narrows the air gap between rotors for better efficiency.

Plastic parts for medical devices
Plastic Products for the Medical Market

Lee Teschler of Machine Design magazine talks with Jeff Thompson of Phillips Plastic Corp. about the use of plastic in medical devices. 6:44

Expanded PTFE Polymer Keeps Electrical and Electronics Cables Clean and Flexible

Expanded PTFE’s wide temperature range, low coefficient of friction, low dielectric constant and inertness can help it extend a cable’s flex life and improve data integrity.

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