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[Newsletter] Intro to Thermoplastic Elastomers, Increasing Mechanical Performance of Plastics

 

Do you want to know which plastic materials to use by looking at the entire 'picture'? Prospector's Visual Data makes it easy so that rather than searching through tables of information, you choose the data that's important to you and see it in a chart immediately! Since you already subscribe to one of Prospector's Premium Searches, you already have access to this exciting and powerful functionality. The IDES Team Webinar: Introduction to Thermoplastic Elastomers Wednesday, September 21 at 11AM EDT (New York) Whether you're new to thermoplastic elastomers or you're looking to expand your knowledge of these diverse and flexible materials, let Dr. Richard Rabe, Technology Manager for TPEs at custom compounder RTP Company, be your guide as he reviews the world of TPEs from formal definition to practical applications. Topics include: What are thermoplastic elastomers? How TPEs function in comparison to rubbers & plastics. Performance characteristics of different TPE chemistries. Typical applications for each family of TPEs. Reserve your seat today!   Webinar: Increasing Mechanical Performance of Plastics Thursday, October 11 at 11AM EDT (New York) Modified and reinforced plastics provide increased mechanical performance and allow plastics to be used to solve the unique and challenging material requirements of today's leading product development efforts. See for yourself how structural compounds could be the key to your next successful application by joining Karl Hoppe, Product Development Engineer at custom compounder RTP Company, as he shows you how various additives can be used to boost performance. Learn more and reserve your seat today! Join IDES at the Biopolymers Symposium in Colorful Colorado, September 26-28, 2011 at the historic Brown Palace Hotel in downtown Denver. Save $200 by using code IDES11 when registering online.
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[Newsletter] Resin-Handling Systems, Introduction to Thermoplastic Elastomers

Do you want to know which plastic materials to use by looking at the entire 'picture?' Prospector's Visual Data makes it easy so that rather than searching through tables of information, you choose the data that's important to you and see it in a chart immediately! The IDES Team How to Set-Up & Maintain a Resin-Handling System In today's world, having an efficient resin-handling and -conveying system is as important as having reliable electrical power, and the design, maintenance and operation of such a system has everything to do with how well it meets your objectives. To help you with some of the basics, Doug Brewster, Conair's Customers Service Manager, offers tips on how to plan your system, choose your equipment and keep it all running efficiently. Download the full article today!   Webinar: Introduction to Thermoplastic Elastomers Wednesday, September 21, at 11AM EDT (New York) Whether you're new to thermoplastic elastomers or you're looking to expand your knowledge of these diverse and flexible materials, let Dr. Richard Rabe, Technology Manager for TPEs at custom compounder RTP Company, be your guide as he reviews the world of TPEs from formal definition to practical applications. Topics include: What are thermoplastic elastomers? How TPEs function in comparison to rubbers & plastics. Performance characteristics of different TPE chemistries. Typical applications for each family of TPEs. Reserve your seat today! Join IDES at the Biopolymers Symposium in Colorful Colorado, September 26-28, 2011 at the historic Brown Palace Hotel in downtown Denver. Save $200 by using code IDES11 when registering online.
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[Newsletter] In-Machine Mold Cleaning & Part Deburring / Deflashing

Even though this issue is short 'n sweet, it packs in 2 highly anticipated educational webinars for both design and process engineers. We also have 3 questions that we hope you will take a moment to answer about integrating Prospector with Computer Aided Engineering Softwares. And you can read how to receive a Hexa-Kaleidocycle through the mail (read below to see what it is and how to get it). The IDES Team Webinar Next Week - Register Today: In-Machine Mold Cleaning & Part Deburring/Deflashing Wednesday, August 24 11AM EDT (New York) Do you want to improve part quality, increase productivity, and reduce mold cleaning costs? Learn about quality and productivity systems utilizing dry ice to spot clean molds in the press (at operating temperatures) as well as deburring and deflashing plastic parts utilizing Cold Jet's Environmental Cleaning and Surface Preparation systems. Reserve your seat today!   What the Heck is a Hexa-Kaleidocycle? It's Protogami, a 3-dimensional folding object that showcases the interaction of materials and surface finishes - the newest, interactive design aid from Proto Labs. Broaden your knowledge of surface finishes, materials and design techniques by requesting one today. You'll learn, you'll be endlessly amused, and you just might be inspired to come up with the next big thing. To get a no cost Protogami, click here. Comparative Tracking Index (UL 746) The voltage which causes tracking after 50 drops of 0.1% ammonium chloride solution have fallen on the material. The results of testing at 3 mm thickness are considered representative of the material's performance in any thickness. Click to continue... Webinar: Introduction to Thermplastic Elastomers Wednesday, September 21 at 11AM EDT (New York) Whether you're new to thermoplastic elastomers or you're looking to expand your knowledge of these diverse and flexible materials, let Dr. Richard Rabe, Technology Manager for TPEs at custom compounder RTP Company, be your guide as he reviews the world of TPEs from formal definition to practical applications. Reserve your seat today!   Computer Aided Engineering Poll Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) simulation software is becoming more advanced and widespread. With that in mind, we're interested in learning about your CAE usage to determine ways we can integrate those tools with Prospector to help you do your job as efficiently as possible. Take the CAE Poll here.
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[Newsletter] Resin Selection 101, Improving Closure Manufacturing

This issue's theme provides a great refresher on some of the best webinar topics from the industry's top material experts. Also, about a month ago we released two featured services in Prospector that help you visualize results rather than straining your eyes and brain while wading through tables and datasheets of information to select plastics. The IDES Team Webinar: Improving Repeatability in Closure Manufacturing - Better Processes, Parts & Profitability Wednesday, Aug 17 at 1PM EDT (New York) Does the quality of your closures vary? Do you struggle to consistently achieve part cost targets? Are your productivity levels dependent on your operator? Is your injection molding process more art than science? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then please plan to join us for this important webinar that will discuss tips and best practices to help you achieve injection molding processes that consistently deliver the highest quality closures on schedule, and on budget. Reserve your seat today! Resin Selection 101 Webinars Here are a few webinars that cover the basics of selecting plastic materials presented by leading experts in the plastics industry including Michael Sepe and Gary Casterline. You and your colleagues can watch and learn from the anytime from the comfort of your own offices. Expert Plastic Material Selection Techniques Resin Selection and Material Consolidation Designing for Safety Flame Retardant Plastics & UL Ratings Explained More webinars . . . Izod Impact Strength (ASTM D256) Energy per unit thickness required to break a test specimen under flexural impact. Click to continue... Resin Selection Made Easy with Visual Data in Prospector With the new visual results including the Scatter and Spider Plots, you don't need a PhD in Polymer Selection to find the best plastic for your application. Learn more . . .
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[Newsletter] Elimination of Waste Through Better Color Change Video & Slides

We're Celebrating 25 Years! Thank you for your support since our founding in 1986 - we look forward to supporting you through providing plastics information products and services for the next twenty five years and beyond. The IDES Team What the Heck is a Hexa-Kaleidocycle? It's Protogami, a 3-dimensional folding object that showcases the interaction of materials and surface finishes - the newest, interactive design aid from Proto Labs. Broaden your knowledge of surface finishes, materials and design techniques by requesting one today. You'll learn, you'll be endlessly amused, and you just might be inspired to come up with the next big thing. To get yours, register here. What are You Working On? What plastic material project are you working on and how can we help? Simply reply to this newsletter with details of your project and we'll offer any assistance that we can. Or you can call us at 800-788-4668. Durometer Hardness Explained (ASTM D2240) A measure of the indentation resistance of elastomeric or soft plastic materials based on the depth of penetration of a conical indentor. Hardness values range from 0 (for full penetration) to 100 (for no penetration). Click to continue... Prospector's Property Search Select plastics by more than 4000 material properties With Prospector's Property Search, you have instant access to plastics meeting your application requirements. Our Property Search customers are amazed at how much time and money they save finding the right material. Call us for more information: 800-788-4668 or +1-307-742-9227 Watch a short video demonstration Elimination of Waste Through Better Color Change Video & Slides Last week Husky Injection Molding Systems presented an excellent webinar reviewing the basics of colorants and color change, the root causes of lengthy color changes, as well as the hardware and processing strategies used to improve color change. The discussion was supported with actual case studies of color change improvements. Download slides | Watch & share video
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