The wide-ranging advantages of this metal, rubber and plastic alternative are well known, but knowing how to cast polyurethane gives insights into the variety of polyurethane services available. If you have ever wondered how to cast polyurethane, the starting point is probably to decide if there is a difference between moulding and casting in manufacturing… Read more »
One of the reasons polyurethane is better than other materials is that it can be custom moulded to your purpose, including injection moulding. This blog post looks at what Poly Mouldings are, what they’re used for and where to get them. What is Polyurethane moulding? There are many different ways you can custom mould polyurethane,… Read more »
How much does it cost to cast polyurethane parts? is a question we get asked a lot. Analysing the cost of casting polyurethane parts means looking at various factors. From the value of getting a fast, flawless solution – to the unrivalled durability of PU parts. The short answer to the question in this title… Read more »
Does specifying nylon or polyurethane wheels and casters depend on the function and performance aims you have? We look at polyurethane versus nylon, considering both options to see what material makes the best wheels. The diversity of wheels needed to drive manufacturing, engineering and warehousing equipment is incredible. This means specifying the perfect part involves… Read more »
Testing new part suppliers can drop down priority lists. Let alone prototyping in new materials. We outline how customised polyurethane moulding can help your business, making a switch to polyurethane parts a commercial advantage. If you are a deadlines-driven organisation or under intense economic pressure, then it can seem easier and quicker to commission prototypes… Read more »
Some industry specifiers ‘bounce’ back to rubber for new and replacement parts. Should they be switching to polyurethane instead? Which is right for your project, polyurethane or rubber? Polyurethane has properties and purposes in common with rubber but it is fast replacing both natural and synthetic forms. There are many good reasons for that, as… Read more »
If you’re thinking of replacing your current parts and components with an alternative material, there are five key benefits of Polyurethane you’ll want to know about. When it comes to parts like bushes, wheels and tubing, there is debate over the best material for the job. While elastomers like silicone and rubber may be used… Read more »
Understanding ‘What is engineered polyurethane?’ is important if you need to source parts that are precisely cut. It’s a solution that offers incredible accuracy and durability. Polyurethane is the perfect example of an engineered material. The definition of anything that’s engineered is that you purposefully and skilfully create the item, to an extent that’s not… Read more »
As interest in suspension bushes engineered from polyurethane grows, specifiers are increasingly keen to buy custom-made poly bushes in the UK. Where can they get a fast turnaround and a precise part? The reasons to purchase British custom-made poly bushes are many and varied. Both in terms of the advantages of polyurethane, and the value… Read more »
It’s one of the best things since sliced bread! We are summing up polyurethane product manufacturing, and all the versatile applications of this incredible invention. Every day you will come into direct or indirect contact with polyurethane. It is in cars, household furniture, building structures, toys and many other places! Yet, the full scope of… Read more »
