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Plastic Solutions Newsletter

May 2009

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Polystone® M-UHMW

Modern Plastics offers Polystone® M, an Ultra High MolecularWeight Polyethylene specifically formulated for applications where reduced static is required to handle bulk materials and high speed sliding applications. Applications include storage systems and change parts for the beverage industry. Some benefits and key feautres include:

  • An extremely high impact strength, making it virtually unbreakable
  • Light weight and easy to handle without special equipment
  • Physiologically inert - approved for food applications
  • Very good electrical insulation
  • Weatherproof allowing no water absorption
  • Chemical Resistance - resists corrosive chemicals (Sulphuric Acid, Caustic Soda)
  • Abrasion resistance - rated better than Carbon Steel for sliding abrasion applications
  • Low coefficient of friction - it does not require lubrication

Download the Polystone® M-UHMW PDF for more information.

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Tecast Vekton™

Tecast Vekton™ is a cast nylon that comes in a variety of grades and offers good mechanical properties, excellent bearing and wear characteristics, and large size capabilities of the casting process.

Tecast Vekton™ is frequently used to replace materials such as laminated phenolics, elastomers, and wood. The excellent wear and abrasion resistance that Tecast Vekton™ offers results in extended component life and lower maintenance cost for your company. Tecast Vekton® is available in rod, plate, and tube.

Tecacast Vekton™ Lines:

  • Tecast Vekton™ 6PA NATURAL
  • Tecast Vekton™ 6PA BLACK
  • Tecast Vekton™ 6PA BLUE
  • Tecast Vekton™ 6PAM
  • Tecast Vekton™ 6PAG
  • Tecast Vekton™ 6XAU
  • Tecast Vekton™ 6PAL

To find out more about Tecast Vekton™ download the Tecast Vekton™ data sheet.

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Tecadur™ PET

Modern Plastics offers Tecadur™ PET for machining high-wear-resistant parts. Tecadur™ PET is a semicrystalline engineering thermoplastic with high strength and toughness and excellent machinability and versatility of application.

Tecadur™ PET is preferred in fields such as mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, transport and conveyor technology, electrical engineering, precision engineering, household appliances, food technology, and medical technology.

To find out more about Tecadur™ PET download the Tecadur™ PET data sheet.

Main Characteristics:

  • Very strong and rigid
  • Tough
  • Good sliding properties
  • Resistant to many acids, cleaning agents, and numerous solvents
  • Very good electrical insulations
  • Not resistant long term to hot water over 60°C
  • Easily bonded and welded

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