One of the exciting attributes of polymers is that the properties of any polymer can be modified by tinkering with Read More
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In some applications heat resistance can mean the material’s ability to carry out its intended function at elevated temperatures Read More
Many assume that polytetrafluoroethylene is a thermoset because it seems unaffected by heat.Read More
We like our see-through kettles and take them for granted but they have a punishing life cycle. Over 10 years the Read More
Around this time of year, we see a lot of artificial snow. A favourite trick of the special effects experts Read More
Polyamides are macromolecules with repeating units linked by amide bonds.Read More
When polycarbonate (PC) first appeared in the market over 50 years ago, the immediate appeal was its amazing impact resistance compared Read More
Environmental stress cracking (ESC) is the development of cracks and eventual catastrophic failure due to a combination of mechanical stress (Read More
Environmental stress cracking (ESC) is not the result of the continual battle that the plastics industry has in convincing environmentalists Read More