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The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
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Microbe Protection for Catheters
A breakthrough formulation improves the antimicrobial properties of tiny medical tubing.
Improve Medical Overmolding
Medical hose manufacturer lowers costs and achieves higher flow by switching to TPE.
Benefits of Metal Replacement
Why consider plastics in lieu of metal? Read some of the primary benefits.
TPE Grips for Indoor Applications
See how adding a soft-touch grip to common household products can improve the sensory experience.
Advanced Composites For Ballistic Protection
See how continuous fiber composites add safety and security to the world we live in
Weathering the Storm with Advanced Composites
Reliability and resilience of electrical transmission & distribution components gets a boost with fiber-reinforced composites
Exploring Fluoropolymers
A family of high-performance materials that are widely used today
Thermoplastic Composites Characteristics and Advantages
Explore how the versatility of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites can help you minimize weight and maximize design efficiency
Enhance Electric Vehicle Battery Design and Performance
Discover the advantages of using engineered polymers in EV battery applications.
Polyketone, a Next-Generation Sustainable Nylon Alternative
Explore the benefits of polyketone
Savings and Appeal for Automotive Interior
Automaker delivers 'wow' factor and $500,000 in annual savings with new colorant plus additive.
Vibration Reduction and More
Manufacturer improves saw cover while increasing efficiency, reducing scrap and saving $55,000 annually with overmolding process.