Technical Articles
Preferred Plastics, Inc. has published these technical articles:
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As the American manufacturing industry is making a major rebound, helping the economy grow, consumer confidence is up and constantly gaining. In general, people are hiring more and spending more. One...
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Automation is one of the fastest upward trends in manufacturing today, from advancements in materials and machinery to robotics and 3D printing....
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You've sent your drawings and RFQ out for bid, and several quotations are sitting on your desk for review. Your eyes are immediately drawn to the lowest price option. But as we all know, low price...
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Is there sustainability in plastics? This seems to be a common question throughout industry today. As the need for green materials grows in commercial construction and other industries, and...
(Extrusion and Pultrusion Services)
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The ratings are to be used as a guide in selecting the most suitable product for a specific extrusion application at a standard temperature and pressure. Most powders, in general, present very little...
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In order to be considered a leader in your industry you must obviously stay at the forefront of technology, and the extrusion market is no different. Preferred Plastics keeps up with state-of-the-art...
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From pavement to seawalls, and new bridges to decades-old railroads, many are now discovering the power and potential of plastics....
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A lot of hard work went into your part design, and now it's time to get it manufactured! You've sent out your drawing and RFQ, honed in on a vendor, and negotiated pricing. Everything is all set and...
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After a few tough years in the home and commercial construction industry, it seems that we are in the middle of the rebirth. According to this report, new housing projects in June 2013 were 10.4%...
(Plastic Shapes and Stock)
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Question: What material can a product be constructed of in order to withstand damage, abuse, harsh conditions, low temperatures, high temperatures, and everything in between? Answer: Plastic....
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In many industries, from automotives to agriculture, plastics are consistently proving to be an advantageous material and are presenting new solutions to common problems. From energy efficiency and...
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There seems to be a common misconception among Americans that plastics are not environmentally friendly. The thinking often goes that since they are made from fossil fuels, they can't be good....
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For well over 100 years, humans have been finding new and better ways to incorporate plastic into nearly every part of daily life....
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You've most likely heard a great deal about reshoring and manufacturing by now; it's a buzzword and a popular trend, for good reason....
(Extrusion and Pultrusion Services)
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Recently, we have heard so much news about the trend of reshoring emerging in American manufacturing-the idea of companies bringing manufacturing back to the United States from foreign countries, so...
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Plastics are known to reduce costs and boost efficiency in a number of industries, with their countless applications and advantages. One of the industries that continues to be aided by the use of...
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As the world becomes more concerned about the environment, we are starting to look at plastics in a different light. Our businesses and homes rely heavily on plastics, and it is no wonder, as it is...
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What do hair combs, Barbie Dolls, car interiors, jet engine parts, and the first American flag to be planted on the moon have in common? All are made from plastics....
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What is a tolerance? Simply speaking, it is the amount or measure of room given from the dimensional ideal. Often, the dimensions of a product will fluctuate, which allows for tolerances to be...
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In this second of our 'educational' blogs we introduce the subject of tooling. When asked what the word "tooling" means in the context of the plastic extrusion process, there is a two-part answer....
(Plastic Shapes and Stock)
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There has been a lot of talk recently about the best ways to incorporate sustainability into the manufacturing industry. As the talk has spread to the building and construction industries, it should...
(Extrusion and Pultrusion Services)
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Have you ever wondered how composite windows, vinyl fencing, or freezer gaskets are made? These products and many others are produced using a high-volume manufacturing process called plastic...
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Whether in a supermarket, department store, or restaurant, when it comes to carrying items, there has been one constant staple over the years: plastic bags. Recently, plastic bags have received a lot...
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Polyvinyl chloride (also known as vinyl or PVC) is a very versatile thermoplastic that is utilized in the production of lots of products that consumers encounter in everyday life and many more that...