Plastics Trade Names

Designing with Plastics

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About Plastics

Plastic is one of the most versatile materials out there. It can outperform wood, glass and even metal in many different applications in many different markets. Plastics can be strong, light-weight, flexible, durable, see-through and even environmentally friendly.

For information on plastics' properties, as well as applications, benefits and specific trade names, please use the links on the left. Another source is IAPD distributor or processor members. They are the experts in selecting the best plastic for your specific application. Click here to search for an IAPD distributor or processor.

There are also free educational resources on this web site. View these free items here.

From acetal to vulcanized fibre, IAPD is your source for plastics education.