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ABOUT DESIGN & DISPLAY PLASTICS Plastics are becoming an increasingly popular choice for construction and maintenance projects. Not only are they cost-effective, they are also much more durable …

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DIY Drum EnclosureTotal Plastics receives a lot of requests from individuals building a custom drum set enclosure or drum shield. Typically, the enclosure is for a church’s worship team who is looki …

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Warehouse Partitions and Office DividersTotal Plastics has rolled out three new products to help support businesses in their continuing effort to rethink safety and create an environment that is safer …

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ABOUT MEDICAL GRADE PLASTICSPlastics play an essential role in the life sciences and healthcare industries due to their ability to meet various demands of these sectors. Orthopedic manufacturers, for …

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Is acrylic more expensive than polycarbonate?No, pricing on standard stock acrylic is typically 25% less expensive than the same sized piece of polycarbonate. Pricing can fluctuate based on avail …

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One of the more common questions customers ask is in regards to the flame rating or flammability of polycarbonate. Often times, the individual is trying align a building code with the material’s fla …

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What’s the difference between Nylon 6, Nylon 66 and Nylon 101? Nylon 6 is cast nylon. Nylon 6/6 is extruded. Nylon 101 is a brand-name of Nylon 6/6 (sometimes typed Nylon 66). Nylon 6/6 has the best r …

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What plastic is approved for food processing? Many plastics are FDA grade, meaning they can be used in food handling and processing applications. Virgin polyolefins like HDPE, LDPE, polypropyle …

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How do you disinfect a clear plastic sheet?Understandably, this has been a common question over the past several months as businesses and consumers seek to enhance the cleanliness of their facility, h …

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Plastics are increasingly being used to make furniture as an alternative to traditional lumber. This is due to the fact that plastics are lightweight, durable and weather resistant, making them ideal …

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ABOUT AEROSPACE PLASTICS Aerospace plastics are an essential component of any aircraft, from small personal aircraft to large commercial jets. These plastics are lightweight, durable, and resistant …

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About General Manufacturing and Industrial Plastics Performance plastics are a great choice for any manufacturing operation. They provide numerous advantages compared to traditional materials like …

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