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When it comes to choosing the right plastics for your unique projects, there are plenty of options out there that can make it difficult to settle on the right material. However, if you’re in the market for a strong, lightweight, and durable plastic, UHMW plastic may be the material for you. Otherwise known as Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene, this plastic often flies below the radar, remaining an unfamiliar material to most businesses and manufacturers.

Continue reading What is UHMW Polyethylene Plastic and What is it Used For?

In the world of plastic, there are quite a number of varieties to choose from and many with similarities among them, which can make selecting the best product for your project confusing. Here’s an easy question-and-answer guide to familiarize yourself with the difference between popular plastics, Polypropylene (PP) and High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and help make the project material choice clear.

Continue reading HDPE and PP Plastics: What to Know When Purchasing for Your Project

Plexiglass, otherwise known as acrylic, is a versatile plastic that offers a variety of applicational uses. Given its rigid strength and superior visibility, plexiglass is a suitable material for a variety of commercial applications. But what about choosing the right material for everyday projects that don’t require commercial-sized materials?

As it turns out, there are several reasons plexiglass can be used around the house, or on your next small-scale project. With this in mind, here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most of out of your plexiglass without spending too much time or effort. Continue reading Your Guide to Using Plexiglass in Your Next Project

HDPE plastic is a thermoplastic polymer made from petroleum. One of the most versatile plastic materials around, HDPE is used in a wide variety of applications, including plastic bottles, milk jugs, shampoo bottles, bleach bottles, cutting boards, and piping.  Known for its outstanding tensile strength, HDPE plastic has a high-impact resistance and melting point.

As a result, HDPE plastic offers a variety of benefits and capabilities for commercial use. With this in mind we’re exploring some of the benefits this multifaceted plastic offers. Take a look: Continue reading HDPE: What Is It and What Are Its Benefits?

While PVC foam board is used across a wide spectrum of commercial applications thanks to the material’s versatility, what exactly is this type of plastic? Moreover, what are the different ways that expanded PVC foam board can be used? As it turns out, there are several benefits to this type of plastic that make it a useful material for commercial projects. Take a look: Continue reading The Commercial Applications of PVC Foam Board

PETG plastic, or polyethylene terephthalate glycol, is a commonly used material covering a wide variety of applications. However, you may not realize how widely used PETG is, or the benefits that make it such a popular material. With this in mind, let’s take a closer look at what PETG is, as well how businesses can use its unique properties across a wide array of different applications. Continue reading PETG: Uses and Benefits

There are several recycling symbols, many of which can become confusing if you aren’t up to speed on what they mean. With that said, we’re highlighting how these unique numbers can indicate the type of plastic, and what they mean when it’s time to recycle them. By understanding the meaning behind these symbols, you’ll be better equipped to help reduce waste, limit your carbon footprint, and help the environment.

Let’s look at some of the most common recycling symbols and how you can ensure that your plastic sheets, tubes, and rods make it into the correct bin. Continue reading Your Guide to Plastic Recycling Symbols

HDPE, also known as high-density polyethylene, is a popular plastic for cutting boards and food containers. For restaurants, chefs, and anyone who often cooks, there are many reasons HDPE is a superior material for cutting boards. Continue reading The Benefits of HDPE Cutting Boards

Plexiglass, also known as acrylic plastic, is a durable, affordable thermoplastic that can be molded into a wide array of shapes and sizes. Because of its versatility, strength, and longevity, it’s an ideal material for a number of different applications, including windows, displays, skylights, and more. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some of the ways plexiglass can be used in commercial settings. Continue reading Commercial Uses for Acrylic Plastic

Polycarbonate plastic is a popular and dependable material for a number of applications. Not only is it durable and malleable, but it can withstand significantly high pressure. Furthermore, polycarbonate plastic can be cold-curved, allowing the material to be formed into complex angles and curves at room temperature without cracking or breaking. Today, polycarbonate is used in a wide array of different applications—but how many of these applications are you aware of? Continue reading Popular Uses for Polycarbonate Plastic 

PVC foam sheets have many names such as expanded PVC, polyvinyl chloride foam boards, and Komatex board. Contrary to its name, it is not made from average foam, this plastic-based material is formed from foam polyvinyl chloride. This plastic panel was first created by Eugen Baumann, a German chemist, in 1872. It has been known to be FDA compliant making it useful for housing and commercial applications. PVC tends to be cost-effective and easy to work with. Continue reading What is Expanded PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)?

When you’re looking for a material to use for your commercial windows, you have a wide array of options at your fingertips. While it may feel natural to associate glass with windows, acrylic plastic (also known as plexiglass) is a material that can be fit into various shapes and sizes, and it’s hard to compete with its durability and clarity.

Let’s look at both materials to help you make your final decision. Continue reading Plexiglass Windows or Glass Windows for Commercial Use?

Acrylic plastic and polycarbonate plastic both serve a wide range of purposes, but how do you know which plastic is right for your project? There are pros and cons to each, and while you may already have an idea for which you want to go with, reviewing the properties and applications of both plastics can better connect you with the material that’s best suited for your project.

Let’s take a look at both acrylic sheets and polycarbonate sheets, while highlighting what you should take into consideration before selecting one or the other for your respective project. Continue reading Acrylic Sheets vs. Polycarbonate Sheets: Which is Right for Your Project?

Acrylic plastic is one of the world’s oldest synthetic materials available. If you aren’t familiar with the plastic, it’s a common material that is often referred to as Plexiglass. Popularly used in a variety of different applications across industries including point-of-purchase displays, windows, signage, picture frames, furniture, aquariums, DIY projects, and more—this synthetic polymer is a versatile material with distinct advantages. Continue reading The Advantages of Acrylic Plastic

Acrylic plastic provides a sleek, modern aesthetic to applications, projects, and display environments. While plexiglass acrylic offers long-lasting beauty, it is important to properly care for your acrylic sheets and products by taking the right actions to clean them when dirty, scratched, and smudged. Cleaning plexiglass acrylic can be challenging because of how sensitive it is to certain cleaners. Continue reading How to Clean and Maintain Plexiglass Acrylic

When it comes to surpassing the initial strength and durability of a sheet of plastic, a polycarbonate sheet is a good place to start. Polycarbonate sheets offer more strength than standard plastic and are more durable than glass, making them ideal for a wide array of applications. Let’s take a look at some of the key applicational benefits of polycarbonate sheets.
Continue reading The Applicational Benefits of Polycarbonate Sheets