Technical Articles
Osborne Industries, Inc. has published these technical articles:
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Heat resistant materials are important for components that need to withstand high temperatures, whether the heat is generated artificially – as is the case with materials exposed to continuous...
(Molding Services)
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While used to make paints, adhesives and inks, dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) resin also offers a means to fabricate a variety of larger components through the use of reaction injection molding (RIM)...
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Manufacturers in nearly every industry use prototypes to test new products and how they work in real-world situations. It’s a cost-effective way to iron out any issues with a product or part and...
(Molding Services)
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One of the advantages of custom plastic molding is the ability to easily accommodate molded-in components. From brackets or threaded inserts to attach molded plastic parts to finished equipment or...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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For plastic molding projects, the quality and performance of a finished product start with its design. Several molding processes, like Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) and Reaction Injection Molding...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Composite materials are made by combining two or more substances with differing physical properties. The best composites are made from materials that complement each other, combining the strengths of...
(Molding Services)
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In 1976, Osborne Industries, Inc., originated and initiated the closed-mold molding process that was later known in the plastics industry as resin transfer molding, or RTM. The resin transfer molding...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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It's no secret that both thermosetting plastics and thermoplastics play a significant role in the world today, but with so many different material properties, it can be difficult to determine which...
(Molding Services)
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Plastics encompass a wide array of materials and molding processes used to create finished parts. Typical injection molding involves heating thermoplastic or thermosetting plastic polymers and...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Molded thermoset plastic products offer numerous advantages over other plastic molding processes, including outstanding structural rigidity and strength and lower tooling costs....
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Comprehending the difference between thermoset vs thermoplastics, and which applications are suitable for each type, is often confused. Though thermoplastics and thermosets may seem similar, they...
(Material Fabrication and Processing Services)
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Plastic design guidelines are crucial for polydicyclopentadiene (pDCPD) molding because they allow for easier part moldability, reduce overall production time, and help to ensure the quality of a...
(Part Fabrication Services)
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There are many types of plastic molding and methods used in manufacturing. Which plastic fabrication method is used depends on such factors as the product or part itself, its application, its size and...
(Molding Services)
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Custom plastic molding and die-cast molding have been compared for decades. When it comes down to a side-by-side comparison, companies that convert from metal to plastic experience many benefits from...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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The primary challenge in distinguishing an elastomer vs. polymer is that elastomers are a subset of polymers. When you hear the word 'elastomer,' think 'elastic,' for the term is in fact derived from...
(Material Fabrication and Processing Services)
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Custom thermoset molding services range across a variety of industries, each with a unique set of materials and part specifications. Both the resin transfer molding (RTM) process and reaction...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Extreme heat resistance is one of the defining properties of high temperature plastic known as thermosets. Long touted for their light-weight and chemical-resistant properties, it is the high...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Weather-resistant plastics have superior durability suited for extensive outdoor applications. These plastics have been widely adopted over the past century. The development of weather-resistant...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Plasticizers are non-volatile chemical solvents used throughout the plastics industry to increase such properties as flexibility, pliability, durability, longevity, biodegradability, and extensibility...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Abrasion-resistant plastics with a low coefficient of friction are highly sought after materials for use in a wide variety of industrial applications. This article describes the best...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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The usefulness of gel coating vs. paint for thermoset plastic parts is relative to the applications, needs, and requirements of the specific part. This article describes the pros and cons of each...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Thermoset plastic is a synthetic polymer known for its resilience, strength and durability. This article describes how thermoset products are made, through a liquid molding processes....
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Stop and take a look around you. Whether you are inside, outside, or even in your vehicle, chances are you see something that is made out of plastic. Today, more and more manufacturers are...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Creep resistant plastics are an important consideration in the design and application of any plastic molding. You want to choose a material that has all the best characteristics for your intended...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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In the world of material sciences and plastics, the difference between monomer vs polymer is often confused, if not confusing. This article clarifies the differences....
(Molding Services)
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The applications and uses for thermosetting plastics have grown substantially over the years. The success and benefits of this type of plastic is due in large part to its favorable plastic properties....
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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RIM, or reaction injection molding, was developed in the late 1960's. Over time, technology has evolved along with the RIM manufacturing process itself, allowing Osborne Industries to tap into the...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Have you ever wondered what the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic is? Although both sound similar, they have very different properties and applications. In this article, we...