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The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
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Microbe Protection for Catheters
A breakthrough formulation improves the antimicrobial properties of tiny medical tubing.
Improve Medical Overmolding
Medical hose manufacturer lowers costs and achieves higher flow by switching to TPE.
Benefits of Metal Replacement
Why consider plastics in lieu of metal? Read some of the primary benefits.
TPE Grips for Indoor Applications
See how adding a soft-touch grip to common household products can improve the sensory experience.
Advanced Composites For Ballistic Protection
See how continuous fiber composites add safety and security to the world we live in
Considering In-House Plastisol Production?
Weigh the pros and cons in these seven key categories
What’s The Difference?™ Fillers & Reinforcements
We take an objective look at the types of polymer fillers and reinforcements available and which ones will give you the results you’re seeking.
Forming Methods and Applications
Learn more about forming methods and applications that benefit from the advantages of CFRTPs
Understanding TPE Material and Performance for Enabling 5G Technologies
Discover the effects of material formulations and thickness on dielectric performance
Chemically Resistant Polymers for Next-Generation Devices
Preventing environmental stress cracking in consumer and healthcare applications.
Savings and Appeal for Automotive Interior
Automaker delivers 'wow' factor and $500,000 in annual savings with new colorant plus additive.
Vibration Reduction and More
Manufacturer improves saw cover while increasing efficiency, reducing scrap and saving $55,000 annually with overmolding process.