There are a variety of reasons that manufacturers choose to use polymer additives. Additives have been added to polymers for ages, and as long as plastic is used, this practice will continue. These additives effectively reduce costs, extend the life of the material, reduce flammability, improve flexibility, and make processing simpler, among other benefits. Enhancing Performance …
Plastics are often made of two main substances: polymers and additives. Each serves a specific purpose while giving plastic its unique characteristics. What Are Polymers? Polymers form the basis of plastics and are what keep everything together. They are large molecules that clump together and hold the additives that, together, make plastic. Think of polymers …
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We understand that when our clients are looking for help with plastics and plastic additives, they shop around a bit to see what providers are available and what their service offerings are. There are always options, and at Phoenix Plastics, we are always mindful that we are not the only players in the game. It …
Manufacturers who work with plastic materials rely on plastic additives for various purposes. The ultraviolet (UV), thermal, and antioxidant stabilization properties of plastic additives offer cost-effective solutions for protecting plastic. They prolong the life of polymers in various plastics by protecting them from degradation in unfavorable environments. Here are the protective benefits of Phoenix Plastics’ …
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Toll compounding holds many benefits for manufacturers in the form of cost savings and increased efficiency. Read more here from Phoenix Plastics.
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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Fortune Business Insight expects the plastic additives 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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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 your production includes products for food storage in any way, utilizing Gaia Fresh EG 600 Plus may be just what you need. If you are in the plastic manufacturing industry, you have likely used additives in one way or another. However, when it comes to plastics produced for food use, there is certainly more …
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Plastic additives are widely used in various industries to enhance plastic products’ performance, durability, and aesthetics. However, with increasing concerns about certain additives’ environmental and health impacts, navigating regulatory requirements for plastic additives surrounding their usage has become crucial for manufacturers. Compliance with regulations ensures consumers’ safety and helps businesses maintain their reputation and market …
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Founded in 1999, QTM, Inc. was established to better serve thermoplastic processors, OEMs, and end users. Unlike the larger distribution companies that dominate today’s plastics distribution world, we are a smaller yet aggressive plastics distribution and manufacturing partner. Our mission is to provide personalized, efficient, and high-quality service to meet the unique needs of our clients.
