Manufacturing
Advantages of Engineering Plastic
Engineered plastics; what are they and why are they beneficial compared to some of the other plastics on the market? This type of plastic poses many benefits, one of which is that it is so durable that they’ve even been used to substitute ceramic and metal.
Read MoreWhy Use Plastic? – Plastic vs Metal
When it comes to manufacturing, there are a wide range of materials that are used for the production of different objects; however, the most commonly used materials are metal and plastic. But which one is best?
Read MorePlastic in Automotive Applications
Throughout the development of transportation, manufacturers have experimented with a wide range of materials, including steel, aluminium, magnesium, rubber, glass, lead, copper, fibreglass, titanium, and plastic. Out of all of the experimented materials, plastic has become the most commonly used material for vehicle production and makes up a third of most vehicles; it can help…
Read MoreWhat is The Process of Plastic Production?
1.7 million tonnes of plastic are produced each year in the UK alone and are used on a wide range of products. We have almost become reliant on plastic; however, do you know what is involved in the production and life cycle of these plastics?
Read MoreHow the Extrusion Process is Used in the Food Industry
The development of the extrusion process has provided the plastic industry with a platform from which it has been able to develop a wealth of products and solutions. This is due to the process’s versatility, flexibility and range of aesthetics, among other things. But it is not just the plastic industry that has adopted extrusion into its manufacturing processes. Extrusion is also used extensively…
Read MoreGreiner Packaging Invests Big in New PET Decontamination and Extrusion Line
Greiner Packaging previously announced their goal for their Dungannon plant to become carbon neutral by 2025 and they have just become another step closer. The well-established plastic manufacturer has confirmed a recent £3.7 million investment in new PET decontamination and extrusion line. This investment will allow the manufacturing process to considerably increase the amount of…
Read MoreThe Sustainability of Using Plastics in Construction
Sustainability is a theme that is running through almost every industry and the construction industry is no different. It’s for this reason that the use of plastics in construction has seen a massive growth in recent years.
Read MoreHow will the Plastics Industry Change After COVID-19?
In recent months, there has been an extremely high demand for plastics in a lot of industries. Will this sudden spike in demand for plastics continue or fall in the next few weeks? We’re looking into how our industry is set to change after COVID-19. Why are People Choosing Plastic at the Moment? The main increase…
Read MoreWorldwide Plastic Packaging Firms Help during the Coronavirus
The current pandemic has unfortunately led to a huge strain on the medical industry, in turn this has meant that the demand for medical supplies has also increased. Many plastic packaging firms are teaming up to help manufacture these resources, like face shields and ventilators. With the crucial need for so many pieces of medical equipment, the…
Read MorePlastic Welding – Types and Alternatives
Plastic is used for many different purposes all across the world in a variety of industries. It can be formed into virtually any shape, this is just one of the reasons that the material is used widely. Many people do not know that plastic can actually be welded which gives plastic even more flexibility when it comes to the shapes and sizes that it can be made into. For…
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