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The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
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Savings and Appeal for Automotive Interior
Automaker delivers 'wow' factor and $500,000 in annual savings with new colorant plus additive.
Vibration Reduction and More
Manufacturer improves saw cover while increasing efficiency, reducing scrap and saving $55,000 annually with overmolding process.
Lightweighting Simplified
An overview of the impact of removing weight, and subsequently improving ergonomics and fuel efficiency.
Get the Paint Out!
These components win by losing the paint and saying yes to molded-in color.
Smart Colorants™
Learn how to use both solid and liquid colorants effectively.
TPE For Beginners
Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are used to create durable products that we use everyday. Learn how to design with TPEs and the advantages of using this eco-friendly material.
Changing Dynamics of USP
Learn more about the what and when of the coming changes to USP 661
Get to Know Composite Sandwich Structures
Design optimization, predictive tools, and best practices for working with thermoplastic composite sandwich panels
Designing Parts to Meet Sustainability Goals
Exploring the various possibilities when incorporating sustainability into part design.
Rethinking Materials for Automotive Aftermarket Parts
Making the Switch from Metal to Plastic Using Long Fiber Thermoplastics
Meeting FDA Requirements with TPE
Innovative dosing adapter helps parents avoid dispensing too much liquid medication to their children, and achieves greater production efficiencies.
Winning Impact Modification: Using TPEs
Discover how one manufacturer improved performance and reduced weight for $500,000 in annual savings.