Just like our skin, plastics are sensitive to the sun and its damaging UV rays, making UV protection vital. Extended exposure to sunlight and harsh outdoor environments can break down the chemical bonding of plastics, leading to discoloration and weakening of the material. Fortunately to combat the harmful effects of UV radiation on the appearance …
When it comes to manufacturing a finished product, there are several options commercially available. However, two of the most popular production methods include compounding and masterbatch. In this article, we’ll discuss the cost benefits of using masterbatch versus compounding a finished product and how both processes can help you save money in the long run. …
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Plastics impact every aspect of modern life, and several industries depend entirely on plastics in their daily operations. Plastic additives are used to design plastics for their particular end-use, preventing the materials from being brittle and hard at low temperatures or soft and sticky at higher temperatures. According to Science Direct, flame retardants accounted for …
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No matter where you drive in the city, you can’t help but notice the increase in construction and urbanization. Estimates show that construction will increase by 4.4% between 2020 and 2025. This increase is in response to the rapid rise in urbanization, which means more apartments, condos, restaurants, and other buildings are being built, meaning …
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If you are utilizing plastics, you are probably aware that there are many different types of additives that you can choose to operate in the manufacturing of your plastic. These additives serve various purposes, such as antimicrobial, chemical foaming agents, process aids, essential oils, and more. You may have even seen flame retardant additives. Flame retardant additives …
Toll compounding holds many benefits for manufacturers in the form of cost savings and increased efficiency. Read more here from Phoenix Plastics.
Fortune Business Insight expects the plastic additive market to grow to $75.2 billion. The growth of plastic additive products shows the importance of the plastics manufacturing industry and the popularity of plastic packaging in the food and beverage industry, especially when discussing food storage. Here are three things to know when purchasing plastic additives for …
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As long as plastics are used, additives will be an important consideration as they can impact the success of the material. Yet, most manufacturers of plastic materials will find that all additives are not created equal, and this is especially evident with blow molding. At Phoenix Plastics, we pride ourselves on only offering the highest …
Rancidity in packaging primarily comes from two main sources: oxygen and heat. If not packaged properly, food products containing oil and fatty acids will go rancid soon after exposure to heat and oxygen. Plastic UV protection reduces this risk by using materials that hold up well to UV exposure. Investing in plastic UV protection can …