Frequently Asked Questions [FAQ]
(PP) or polypropylene is a general-purpose thermoplastic polymer. It is a hard, dense, partially crystalline material with inherent brittleness and excellent electrical properties. It has high thermal and chemical resistance to acids, lyes, oils, salt solutions, alcohol, petrol, organic solvents and fruit juices.
What is PP ?
Where is polypropylene PP used ?
As polypropylene (PP) is a good construction material, it is mainly used to make products with a complex shape, which means it can be used e.g. for medical equipment, appliance housings or automotive parts.
- chemical and pharmaceutical industry
- textile industry
- electrical and electronic industry
- automotive industry
- construction and furniture
- food processing and packaging
- household appliances and toys
What is PE ?
(PE) or polyethylene is a flexible, whitish thermoplastic polymer, partially crystalline, with good impact strength and good electrical properties (non-conductive material). It is resistant to low temperatures (down to -40°C) and to chemical agents such as acids, lyes, oils, solvents, alcohol, petrol, water and fruit juices. Not resistant to aromatic compounds and chlorinated hydrocarbons (danger of stress cracks).
Where is polyethylene PE used ?
Polyethylene (PE) is widely used in the industrial sector due to its various applications:
- household goods
- airtight kitchen containers, bottles, buckets, toys
- films, packaging, plastic bags
- electrical insulating materials, cables, pipes
- hockey sticks, skis, sails, ropes, bulletproof vests
What is HDPE ?
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) (high density PE, PE-HD) is an opaque, milky-white, high-density thermoplastic polymer that is flexible and waxy. It is distinguished by its rigidity, resistance to low temperatures, impact, friction and the effects of salts, acids and alkalis, making it widely used in industry. It loses elasticity when exposed to sunlight and moisture.
Where is HDPE used ?
Polyethylene (HDPE) is used in a large proportion of opaque everyday packaging:
- milk cartons, detergent containers, bottle caps
- furniture industry
What is ABS ?
ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer) is a hard, opaque thermoplastic polymer, a general-purpose amorphous plastic with high impact strength. It exhibits high resistance to scratching, temperature changes, weathering and chemical agents such as acids, alkalis, hydrocarbons, oils and fats. Not resistant to light, UV radiation, acids, esters and ketones. Due to its properties, it provides very good insulation. It is one of the few plastics which can be metallic coated during galvanic treatment.
Where is ABS used ?
ABS applications:
- automotive industry - car components
- hydraulic industry
- machine and appliance parts
- household appliances, consumer electronics - push buttons, electronic and household appliance housings
- decorative accessories, toys, office supplies
What is PS ?
(PS) Polystyrene is a thermoplastic polymer, obtained by polymerisation of styrene. It is a brittle, glassy-transparent, glossy solid amorphous material for general use, easy to colour. It has excellent dielectric properties, high thermal expansion and dimensional accuracy.It exhibits resistance to most acids, alkalis and salt solutions and sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation.
Where is PS used ?
- PS is most commonly used in foamed form and is massively used in the manufacture of polystyrene insulation panels for the construction industry
- manufacture of packaging, including for foodstuffs
- manufacture of acid resistant pipes, manipulators, car parts, accessories, everyday products
- production of artificial jewellery, toothbrushes, compact disc boxes, toy components
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