Plastic Properties

Plastic products add convenience to our everyday lives in many ways, but one of the main advantages of using this material is that it’s extremely hygienic compared to other alternatives. What makes plastic so hygienic and how can this come in handy for many products and industries?

Polycarbonate isn’t as well-known as some other plastics, so we’ve created a guide with some basic information and some of the benefits this material offers. What is Polycarbonate? Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic polymer containing carbonate groups and is formed by the reaction between bisphenol A and phosgene. Another name for this material is ‘Polycarbonate of…

What are fluoropolymers? Fluoropolymers are a family of plastics in which hydrogen atoms have been replaced by one or more molecules of fluorine. These polymers are known for their high performance. The most well-known fluoropolymer is polytetrafluoroethylene, or PTFE. This plastic is unreactive to most chemicals, and this has made it one of the most…

A prime polymer is the natural source of the polymer; this means it will be the pure form of the polymer. Whereas when a prime polymer contains recycled content, it is using polymers that have been previously used. Historically, recycled content meant the polymer would be traded at a lower value compared to the same…

PVC and PVCu are two common plastic polymers for use in everyday life, but some people are unaware they these polymers have many similarities but are also very different in the properties that they hold. PVC PVC is the most commonly used thermoplastic in everyday life; most people will have heard of this polymer. It…

Plastic versus metal is an age-old debate that we’re sure your workplace is bound to have discussed over the years – both materials are great and have fantastic individual uses, but which material is better? Strength When comparing the strength of two very different materials such as plastic and metal, we compare them using a…