Plastic Material Selection

Only use the materials that are best for you, commodity or engineered resins
We are experienced in molding over 500 different grades of resins and analyzing/selecting the right plastics for you.

Material analysis is a vital process that determines what specific material is best for your application. This is critical because different materials are more effective in different applications (e.g., metal to plastic conversions). By utilizing our knowledge and experience, we can determine the most appropriate material necessary to meet your standards and requirements.

We handle everything from frequently run commodity resins to engineering resins. Whatever the need, we have the ability to mold specialty grades of resin to meet your rigid requirements. Whether it is a modification or the development of a new product, we consult with you to select the best resin available.

Features
➤ Take advantage of our material database experience to select the right material for you.
➤ Consider mechanical characteristics
➤ Understand molding properties and process-related concerns
➤ Compare resin costs Review material properties: tensile strength, impact resistance, ductility
➤ Select the optimum material to ensure your product withstands its end-use environment or application
➤ Identify part enhancements
➤ Ensure product quality at the most cost-effective price

 

Benefits
➤ Minimize your investment
➤ Improve your product
➤ Move to full-scale production effortlessly
➤ Utilize plastics with properties tailored to your unique application
➤ Maximize product performance
➤ Increase efficiency
➤ Ensure durability
➤ Meet rigid environmental regulations

Resources
Plastic Identification Chart: This chart can help to easily identify the type of plastic that a part is made from.

Durometer Chart: This chart compares the hardness of rubber materials.

OP Resin Selection Guide: This chart compares properties and characteristics of various plastic resins.