Thermoplastic and automotive molding: choosing the most suitable TPE

Choosing the most suitable elastomer is a critical issue in many automotive thermoplastic molding projects. Here are some ideas for guidance: Thermoplastic elastomers or thermoplastic rubbers (TPEs) are becoming increasingly popular in the automotive and transportation industries. They are used, for example, as a replacement for traditional tires, compared with which they are more cost-effective.… Continue reading Thermoplastic and automotive molding: choosing the most suitable TPE

Molding of thermosetting polymers

Thermosetting polymers are special polymers that once produced cannot be remelted without undergoing complete and final chemical degradation. Thermoset materials are processed to arrive at a finished product in two stages: in the first stage polymer chains are created, while in the next stage of molding-which is represented by heating or a catalyzed chemical reaction-the… Continue reading Molding of thermosetting polymers