Aluminium composite (ALU-C)
Aluminium composite is a sandwich panel consisting of two thin layers of aluminium with a plastic core in between. This material is light, strong, dimensionally stable and easy to work with. Thanks to its sleek appearance and weather resistance, ALU-C is widely used in façade cladding, advertising panels and interior applications. It combines the durability of aluminium with the processing advantages of plastic.
Features
- Strong, rigid and light
- Flat surface, polyester lacquer coating
- Long-lasting shine and colour fastness
- Weatherproof
Brands
- Dibond
- Dilite
- Redbond
- Alupanel
Dual Colour Polyethylene (HDPE)
Dual Colour HDPE is a wear-resistant, durable plastic with a two-colour top layer, specially designed for applications where both functionality and aesthetics are important. The material consists of two layers of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) in contrasting colours, making incisions, engravings or milling clearly visible. This makes it particularly suitable for signage, panels, nameplates and decorative applications in the leisure, construction and engineering industries, among others.
Features
- High impact resistance and wear resistance
- Easy to edit
- Fully recyclable
- Weatherproof
Brands
- Durplastics
High Pressure Laminate (HPL)
HPL is a robust, versatile material consisting of multiple layers of kraft paper and a decorative top layer, which are compressed under high pressure and temperature. This results in a hard, wear-resistant and scratch-resistant finish that is highly resistant to moisture, chemicals and impact. HPL is widely used for interior finishes such as worktops, furniture, wall panels and flooring.
Features
- Hard and rigid sheet material
- Durable and weather-resistant
- Easy to edit and assemble
- Coloured UV protection available
Brands
- Trespa
- Lyx
- Vikures
- Arpa
- Pro-pan
Polyamide Nylon (PA)
Nylon is a strong, wear-resistant and elastic plastic known for its excellent mechanical properties. It has high tensile strength, is resistant to high temperatures and has good chemical resistance. Nylon is often used in applications such as gears, bearings, cables, clothing, and car parts. It is also highly resistant to wear and tear, making it ideal for moving parts that are subject to friction.
Features
- Highly wear-resistant
- Hard, rigid, tough and impact-resistant
- Good sliding and rolling properties
Brands
- Röchling
- MPX
Polycarbonate (PC)
Polycarbonate is an extremely strong, impact-resistant and transparent plastic. It combines crystal clarity with high impact resistance and is much lighter than glass. PC is heat-resistant, easy to work with and is widely used in safety glazing, machine guards, helmet visors and construction applications.
Features
- Impact resistant
- Impressive strength
- Flexible
- Print-friendly
- Weatherproof
Brands
- Lexan
- Exolon
- Makrolon
- Brett Martin
- Nudec
Polyester (PET)
PET is a strong, clear and lightweight plastic that is widely used in packaging, such as bottles and food containers. PET is highly resistant to impact, moisture and chemical influences, and is also highly recyclable. Thanks to its good barrier properties, PET is ideal for applications where protection and shelf life are important.
Features
- Impact resistant
- Cold bendable
- Food safe
- Print-friendly
- Chemically resistant
Brands
- Lyx
- Vivak
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
PEEK is a high-performance engineering plastic known for its exceptional mechanical strength. It is resistant to high temperatures (up to 250°C continuously) and aggressive chemicals, making it ideal for applications in extreme environments, such as aviation, medical technology, the automotive industry and the oil and gas industry. PEEK has a low coefficient of friction and is highly wear-resistant, making it suitable for components exposed to heavy mechanical stress and prolonged use, such as bearings, pumps and valves.
Features
- Very high maximum operating temperature
- Sterilisable
- Good chemical resistance
- Good hydraulic resistance
- High dimensional stability
Brands
- Röchling
- MPX
Polyethylene (HDPE/HMPE)
HDPE/HMPE is a strong, durable and chemically resistant plastic. It has a higher density, resulting in a stronger and stiffer material. It is particularly suitable for applications where strength, durability and resistance to solvents and UV radiation are important, such as in pipes, containers, etc.
Features
- Easy to weld
Lightweight compared to PVC, steel, stainless steel - Suitable for food and drinking water
- Relatively inexpensive material
- High chemical resistance
Brands
- Röchling
- Simona
- Durplastics
- Polystone
Polyoxymethylene (POM)
POM is a very strong, wear-resistant and dimensionally stable plastic. It has excellent mechanical properties, including a low coefficient of friction and high rigidity, making it ideal for applications where precision and durability are required. POM is often used in the manufacture of gears, bearings, screws and other components that are subject to high loads or movement. The material is resistant to many chemicals and is easy to machine, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.Features
- Resistant to organic solvents
- Low moisture absorption
- Wear, impact and shock resistant
- Very low friction resistance
Brands
- Sustaplast
Polypropylene (PP)
Polypropylene is a versatile, lightweight plastic known for its high chemical resistance, durability and flexibility, making it ideal for applications in the packaging industry, automotive components and medical equipment.
Features
- Lightweight and very low moisture absorption
- High chemical resistance
- Odourless and tasteless
- Suitable for food use (EU10/2011 and FDA, on request)
- Impact-resistant, tough and strong
Brands
- Evacast
- Akylite
- Röchling
- Polystone
- Paneltim
Polyurethane (PUR)
PUR is a strong, wear-resistant and chemically resistant plastic. It has excellent mechanical properties, making it ideal for applications that require durability and impact resistance. PUR is often used for parts in the automotive industry, electrical enclosures, building materials, gears and technical components. The material offers high dimensional stability and can be easily machined.
Features
- Very good wear resistance
- Exceptionally resilient
- Very high tensile strength and tear resistance
- High damping capacity
Brands
- MPX
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
PVC is one of the most widely used plastics in the world, known for its versatility and durability. It is available in both hard and flexible forms, depending on the added plasticisers. PVC is resistant to weathering, chemicals and moisture, making it ideal for applications such as pipes, window frames, flooring, cable insulation and medical equipment.
Features
- Easy to work with
- Weldable
- Good adhesion
Brands
- Trovidur
- Forex
- Lyx
- Decodur
- Vekaplan
