High performance engineering plastics are a natural fit for the aerospace industry due to their light weight compared with other industrial materials.
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Choosing FST-Compliant Plastics for Aircraft Interiors
Aircraft interior material selection usually starts with compliance, but it does not end there. Buyers still have to choose a plastic that fits the part, holds up in service, supports
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Turnkey Paint and Prep for Finished Thermoformed Parts
Thermoforming rarely marks the end of a manufacturing program. Many parts move from forming to surface preparation, painting, shielding, and final assembly before they are ready for shipment. When those
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Starting Gauge vs. Finished Gauge: What to Expect in Thermoformed Parts
Understanding Part Thickness in Thermoforming Customers often ask why a thermoformed part’s finished gauge isn’t identical to the starting sheet thickness. The short answer is material stretch; the fuller answer