As businesses around the world become increasingly aware of the impact of their operations on the environment, finding sustainable solutions has become a top priority. One area where significant progress has been made is in the use of thermoforming polymers.
Thermoforming is a process in which plastic sheets are heated and then molded into various shapes and sizes. This technique is used in a wide range of industries, from food packaging to automotive parts. In recent years, thermoforming polymers have become the material of choice for many businesses due to their eco-friendly properties and versatility. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why thermoforming polymers are a better choice for the environment than other materials and how they can help businesses reduce their carbon footprint.
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Sustainable Materials
Another way to improve sustainability is through the use of bioplastics – these are plastic polymers that are made from 20% or more renewable materials like sugarcane, corn or starch. In some cases, the final product made with these polymers is biodegradable.
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Recycling and Re-Use
Thermoplastics can be recycled into other shapes and forms using heat, and this can be done over and over again.
Thermoplastic recycling is made possible due to the weak attraction of the comprising molecules. Where some plastics form strong bonds when heated, thermoplastics stay formable and flexible whether you use them twice or over ten times, which makes thermoplastic recycling a powerful tool in any engineer’s arsenal. Using recycled thermoplastics also has a great impact on part cost as well!
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Choosing thermoplastics and utilizing thermoplastic recycling is a modern way to further your design concepts. Industrial Custom Products offers a variety of tools and methods for producing the parts that you envision for the projects that you care about. Contact us and speak with an engineer about your project at (612) 781-2255, or request a quote online. You will receive a prompt response.
Industrial Custom Products is a one-stop-shop for custom manufacturing and plastic fabrication, including: prototyping and product development, die cutting and dieless knife cutting, thermoforming and vacuum forming, large part thermoforming, CNC plastic routing, fabrication and assembly and drape forming.
