Thermal analysis is an important group of tests used in the analysis of plastics and other polymeric materials. It consists of a family of well-established techniques that evaluate material properties as they change with temperature, time, and ambient environment under conditions of thermal programming. The results of thermal analysis tests provide qualitative and quantitative information […]

Summary This kick-off event of the virtual panel discussion series “Between the Layers” will feature a conversation with industry experts from across the value chain about materials and innovations in Additive Manufacturing (AM) for Aerospace & Defense (AeroDef) applications. We will discuss topics like the following: Current AM materials & processes being used in AeroDef […]

Register Here Addressing plastic waste and transitioning to a low-carbon, circular economy are the biggest challenges faced by the plastic industry globally. As a leading material science company, Dow is seeking, together with partners, solutions based on advanced recycling, mechanical recycling, bio-based materials, and product innovations to design recyclable packaging formats. Dow has committed to […]

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Find out more here If you deal with plastic components, then “Environmental Stress Cracking of Plastics” will provide you with information that will enhance your understanding of the interaction between chemicals and plastic resins, and help prevent premature failure. Environmental stress cracking (ESC) is a phenomenon in which a plastic resin undergoes premature embrittlement and […]

Join Sussex IM’s Jim Naatz and Matt Rosner for an insightful webinar on plastic product design, where we will explore various decoration techniques, including pad printing, hot stamping, heat transferring, and in-mold labeling. Learn how these methods can enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your plastic products. Whether you're looking to improve durability, achieve […]

Are you ready to protect your thermoplastic products from the sun’s damaging UV rays? Join our Introductory Training Course to dive into the world of UV degradation and discover how to prevent it! In this course, we’ll cover: How UV degradation affects thermoplastics The different types of UV stabilizers and how they work at the […]

Register HERE Often, as part of materials design processes, inevitably, there is a reconciliation where various inadequacies and limitations are addressed relative to design requirements. These adaptations include changes to material composition through copolymerization, blending, physical integration and fixturing, and through process design and component design to minimize stress concentrations, etc. We will consider here […]

Register HERE Understanding plastic material compatibility and joint design is critical to achieving optimal weld strength and meeting industry standards. Discover how to optimize joint configurations and manage material properties to enhance weld reliability, minimize defects and boost efficiency. Gain key insights to optimize your laser and ultrasonic plastic welding processes for better results. Agenda: […]

Register HERE Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) is a thermoanalytical technique that measures the stiffness (modulus) and damping (tan delta) of polymeric materials to assess the viscoelastic properties as a function of time, temperature, and frequency. Polymeric materials display both elastic and viscous behavior simultaneously, and DMA can separate these responses. Polymers, composed of long molecular […]

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81463502974?pwd=4Vb8KC2RrMCi5qmqIndtLrILb4ZQTh.1 While thermoset composites, primarily Bulk Molding Compounds & Sheet Molding Compounds (BMC & SMC) have been around for many years, they are often overlooked and set aside for expensive, highly engineered thermoplastics or metal alternatives. While it is true that these material can offer outstanding, metals-like performance, a lack of true education […]