Common chemical systems for laminating adhesives and composite resins also include polybutadiene, polyester, vinyl ester, polysulfide, polyurethane (PUR), water-based resins, and volatile organic ...

Polyester resins encompass a broad category of thermoset polymers characterized by ester functional groups in their structural backbone. These synthetic materials play a crucial role in various ...

Threaded inserts are great for melting into FDM prints with a soldering iron. The process isn’t so simple for resin prints, since they don’t generally soften with heat. Off course, you can ...

August saw a range of movement in North American commodity resin prices, with prices for one material up, two down and two flat. Polypropylene was the only commodity resin to see higher prices in ...

There are plenty of resins advertised as being suitable for functional applications and parts, but which is best and for what purpose? According to [Jan Mrázek], if one is printing gears ...

This paint uses a resin that doubles as a primer and makes the paint more durable ... If you want a durable coat of paint, we recommend investing in specialized products. You should use the heavy-duty ...

Finally the base of the floor is sealed with a melamine resin layer which adds stability and moisture resistance. Further, with some laminate brands a fifth layer is included to help minimize ...

The ongoing dock strike by the International Longshoremen's Association could have a major impact on resin markets. The ILA went on strike at midnight Oct. 1 after being unable to agree on a new ...

This short film explains the process of laminating thin, flexible layers of wood to form a stiff, usable shape. It gives the example of an arm rest, but the technique can easily be used for ...

We’ve probably all been told that to stay cool and dry, we should wear cotton – and yet sports shops are full of synthetic ‘technical fabrics’ designed to ‘wick away sweat’. So which ...

US scientists estimate it to be 5.6 million tonnes since we first started wearing those polyester and nylon garments in a big way in the 1950s. Just over half this mass - 2.9 million tonnes - has ...