Camlab Plastic Material Spotlight – ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
What are the advantages of using ABS to manufacture certain plastic products? ABS is a copolymer comprised of polymerized styrene…
Month: November 2010
Which inventory system do I choose to store my 100 place freezer boxes?
Depending on your type of freezer, you will need the right size racking system to store your boxes of samples in,…
What is the significance of using PVdC (Polyvinylidene chloride) plastic consumables in the food industry?
Polyvinylidene Chloride or PVdc is a highly effective barrier coating ploymer. Due to its density, symmetry and molecular structure the material has…
Does the Min/Max Thermometer contain Mercury?
This simple ‘push button’ thermometer is Mercury free therefore presents no risk to health and the environment. The liquid in the bulb…
If I am working with Concentrated Acids which Gloves are the best to use?
When heavy duty chemical protection is essential in industry, its important to wear a glove that has maximum protection with…
What is BHT and how does it affect plastic consumable products?
BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) is a phenolic compound that is often added to foods to preserve fats. It is also an…
What is the resistance of polypropylene when exposed to alpha, beta and gamma radiation?
Polypropylene (PP) has the advantages of being nontoxic and inert to liquids and drugs. Its low cost and the ease…