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Mastering Plastic Selection: Top Tips for Choosing the Right Material for Your Next Project

Selecting the right type of plastic is crucial for the success of any project, whether it's for construction, product design, or packaging. As a leading Australian plastic manufacturing and fabricating company, we know exactly what you need!  So here are Plasticut’s best tips for choosing the most…

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A Comprehensive Guide to Different Types of Plastics: Applications, Pros and Cons

The world of plastics is vast and diverse, with each type of plastic offering unique properties and applications. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore eight common plastics—PVC, ABS, ABS-PC, PMMA, PC, PA, POM, and PP—their applications, and the pros and cons associated with each. Let's dive…

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What are Advanced Engineering Plastics?

Advanced Engineering Plastics, also known as high-performance plastics, are a class of materials specifically designed to exhibit exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. These cutting-edge plastics have become a vital component in various industries, including automotive,…

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Plastic Sneeze Guards

Sneeze guards or plastic guards are protective barriers designed to prevent the spread of airborne pathogens, particularly during interactions between individuals in public spaces. With the increasing emphasis on health and safety, sneeze guards have become a common feature in various industries,…

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Machined Plastic Parts

Unleashing the Power of Machined Plastic Parts Plastic, a remarkably adaptable material, has become a staple in industries such as electronics, packaging, and transportation. While some may believe that metal is the superior choice for these applications, they might be surprised to learn that…

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Lexan vs. Perspex Polycarbonate Sheets

  Lexan (Polycarbonate) and Perspex (acrylic) are branded names for polycarbonate sheeting. They are both durable materials that are often compared to each other because of similarities in some of their features. Each sheet is manufactured differently from various raw materials. The…

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The Advantages Of Custom Plastic Prototyping

  Custom plastic prototyping is the quickest and most efficient way to test new product ideas for a company. When business owners have good ideas, they need to know what those products will look like. Plus, their products may require injection molds that will be used inside the factory. There…

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The Plastic Welding Process

Introduction to Welding Plastics There are several different methods for welding plastic - just like there is for welding other materials. Regarding plastic joining, there are three different methodologies. One can mechanically join plastic, adhesively join plastic, or weld it. Even within these…

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Why Should You Create A Prototype For Your Project?

Making a product can be a challenging process. Most consumers are unaware of the time and costs that go into creating a product that is to be launched into the market and sold. Product developers are aware of the rigours involved in this process, however there are ways to make it more management…

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