The base resin used in a plastic extrusion provides the foundation for a product’s performance, but it is often the additives that determine how well that product performs in real-world applications. Additives can improve durability, appearance, processing efficiency, and environmental resistance while…
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Selecting the right material is one of the most important decisions when designing a custom plastic extrusion. Among the first choices engineers and product designers must make is whether the application requires a flexible or rigid extrusion. While both options…
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Safety is one of the highest priorities in electrical equipment design. From consumer electronics and industrial machinery to telecommunications infrastructure and commercial building systems, plastic components often serve as insulation, protection, and structural support. In these environments, flame-retardant plastic extrusions…
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Plastic products designed for outdoor use face constant exposure to sunlight, temperature changes, moisture, and other environmental conditions. While plastics offer exceptional versatility and durability, prolonged ultraviolet (UV) exposure can gradually degrade many materials if they are not properly formulated. …
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When designing a plastic extrusion for industrial, commercial, or consumer applications, chemical resistance is often one of the most important performance considerations. Extruded plastic components are frequently exposed to cleaning agents, oils, fuels, solvents, acids, moisture, and other potentially aggressive substances. Choosing…
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Selecting the right material is one of the most important decisions in any custom plastic extrusion project. The material you choose directly impacts product performance, durability, appearance, manufacturability, and overall cost. While there are many thermoplastics available, three of the most commonly used materials…
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