Common Materials for Machining Plastic

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When manufacturing plastic components, many companies turn to molding techniques to produce the necessary parts and products. However, this method often proves expensive and time consuming. Machining serves as an alternative to molding that creates small quantities of complex and close tolerance plastic parts quickly. Since the workpiece has to be rigid enough to withstand […]

Plastic Machining Guide

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Machining is an umbrella term for the controlled, subtractive manufacturing techniques used to produce parts made from a wide range of materials. Today, many companies employ computer numerical control (CNC) machining to achieve greater precision and accuracy in their end products. When deciding on a machining method for a part, it is essential to keep […]

Choosing a Material for Plastic Chemical Tanks

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Plastic chemical tanks are used for holding and storing harsh and corrosive chemicals in a variety of applications across many industries. Plastics are versatile, inexpensive to manufacture, and chemically adaptable—properties that have led to the replacement of expensive stainless steel tanks throughout manufacturing processes for biomedical, pharmaceutical, and semiconductor industries. Because some plastics can react with […]

Advantages of Polypropylene Fume Hoods

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Polypropylene, a hydrocarbon designated chemically as C3H6, is an extremely versatile polymer used for a wide range of industrial and domestic applications. Its ability to provide lightweight, impermeable barriers or casings make it an essential tool for preserving the sterility and aesthetic appeal of containers, cables, and protective equipment. At Plastic Design Inc., we build […]