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Composites vs. Metals: More Parts Producers are Replacing Metals with Thermoset Composites
The market for thermoset molding compounds is expected to grow in the coming years, driven by higher demands from industries such as aerospace, automotive and power distribution. An increasing number of companies are switching their traditional metal parts to parts made from mineral-filled, glass fiber reinforced composites. These innovative composites have high durability, low shrink,…
5 applications of thermoset resins
Thermoset resins are among the toughest materials in the world of plastics. They are ideal for applications that require dimensional stability, high heat resistance, electrical insulating properties, corrosion resistance and creep resistance. They are also frequently used to replace metal because they combine exceptional toughness with light weight. But many engineers aren’t aware of what…
How a design review can help you avoid part quality problems
Conducting a design review early in your part design process is a critical step to avoid manufacturing and quality problems later. What is a design review? A comprehensive analysis of your part and tooling design to optimize them for manufacturability. It also involves deciding on the most cost-effective material and process to produce your parts.…