- WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN POLYURETHANE AND RUBBER?
June 12, 2023
By Fsiver
Differences Between Polyurethane and Rubber Both rubber and polyurethane are regarded for their elastic, flexible properties. Each material is commonly used in the manufacturing of parts and components in the automotive industry. The largest user of polyurethane reaction injection-molded (RIM) parts is the automotive industry. Because it is typically more durable than rubber, polyurethane is
Read MoreTags: RUBBER, polyurethane - POLYURETHANE VERSUS RUBBER
June 5, 2023
By Fsiver
Rubbers are a family of polymeric materials based on the chemistry of natural rubber latex. While there are many synthetic rubbers in the market, they share a basic chemical composition with natural rubbers. Rubber is a cost-effective solution for many applications, but its physical properties often prevent superior performance. Unlike rubber, polyurethane offers higher load-bearing
Read MoreTags: RUBBER, polyurethane - How Polyurethane Is Used In The Medical Industry
January 28, 2021
By Fsiver
Polyurethane is used in many industries, including the medical industry. According to Healthcare Business Insider: “In any industry, an organization is considered to be on the cutting-edge when leadership figures out a way to spend less while improving efficiency—and overall, helping people. This goes for the customer’s, staff’s, and stakeholders’ end, alike. “When all parties
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Read More - Using Polyurethanes in Medical Applications
January 18, 2021
By Fsiver
Curious how polyurethanes are used in the medical field? Consider this. According to Healthcare Business Today: “Polyurethanes are used often in medical device applications, and their use continues to grow. But what sustains this growth? Compared with other polymers, polyurethanes often require sophisticated manufacturing processes and are more expensive on a price-per-pound basis. For example,
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Read More - Polyurethane Composites Market Business Growth Statistics and Key Players Insights
June 23, 2020
By Fsiver
Curious how the Polyurethane Composites Market will fare in the next few years? Consider this analysis. According to Surfacing Magazine: “The report is a brilliant presentation of critical dynamics, regional growth, rivalry, and other significant parts of the Polyurethane Composites Market. The factual, unbiased, and thorough assessment of the worldwide Polyurethane Composites market presented in
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Read More - New Recycling Method Could Make Polyurethane Materials Sustainable
May 15, 2020
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Some researchers have found a new way to recycle that could make polyurethane materials more sustainable. According to Laboratory Equipment: “Researchers at the University of Minnesota are part of a national team in the Center for Sustainable Polymers that has found a better way to recycle a versatile plastic material, called polyurethanes, that could prevent
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