Ask the Expert
By Steve Gerbig, DSM Engineering Plastics Frequently Asked Questions I've been making this plastic part for a long time and never had a problem. Now the parts are failing. What's wrong? Whose … [Read More...]
Characterizing Foam Hinged Lid Containers Utilizing Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)
By Jim Zwynenburg, Associated Polymer Labs, Inc. Abstract: Dynamic mechanical analysis was proven an effective tool in characterizing open cell foams like polyurethanes, and closed cell polyolefin … [Read More...]
New Ultradur® HR PBT & Ultradur® HR + NaOH Resistant PBT
By BASF New Ultradur® HR (Hydrolysis Resistant) PBT and Ultradur® HR + NaOH (Sodium Hydroxide) Resistant PBT. The new Ultradur® HR (Hydrolysis Resistant) PBT grades are designed for … [Read More...]
Corrosion Control & Mold Machine Care
A recent study by CC Technologies Labs, Inc. showed the U.S. Industry spent $276 billion a year in costs related to, or caused from, corrosion. In the plastics industry, these costs are not limited to … [Read More...]