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5 Types of Plastics and Their Applications

5 Types of Plastics and Their Applications

Plastic materials are essential to almost every industry worldwide. Besides packaging, plastics are used in aerospace, automotive applications, construction, textiles, transportation, electronics, industrial machinery, marine applications, military and...

Types of Acrylic Sheets Explained

Types of Acrylic Sheets Explained

Acrylic is a family of thermoplastic materials known under many trademarks, such as Acrylite, Plexiglas, Crylux, Lucite, Perspex, and numerous others. Acrylic sheeting is well-known for its wide selection of colors, glossy appearance, durability, and high...

Guide To Bullet Resistant Plexiglass

Guide To Bullet Resistant Plexiglass

Bullet resistant glass windows can protect your business from stray gunfire and smash-and-grab thefts. There has been an uptick in violent robberies in the Downtown Los Angeles Jewelry District recently, and keeping your business safe should be your priority. The...

Acrylic vs Glass: Which is Better?

Acrylic vs Glass: Which is Better?

Acrylic and glass are popular materials for photo frames, windows, and advertisements. Despite being used as substitutes for one another, they are structurally different and offer unique advantages. Acrylic is more shatter-resistant and stronger than glass, making it...

What’s The Difference Between Plexiglass and Acrylic?

What’s The Difference Between Plexiglass and Acrylic?

Which is better: plexiglass or acrylic? Neither, because they’re exactly the same. Plexiglass is simply a name people have started associating with acrylic over time due to the practical omnipresence of acrylic products from the brand Plexiglas®. So, why is there a...

ABS Plastic Sheets Overview

ABS Plastic Sheets Overview

Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic is a durable, rigid, and impact-resistant thermoplastic substance. Despite its toughness, ABS is easy to machine using techniques like: Sawing Die-cutting Milling Drilling Turning Shearing Ideal for many different...

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