Plastic is an important material in many manufacturing industries. In the following article, TAELIM will provide detailed information about this material and its applications for you to understand.
Find out what plastic is?
Plastic is a man-made polymer that is long and flexible, and comes in a variety of colors. The word comes from the English word “molded.” The material was first created by Alexander Parkes in 1862, and was originally called “Parkesine,” after its inventor.
Some plastics are made up of multiple molecular bases, so their names are often compounded with “Poly,” which means “many.” For example, Polyvinyl chloride is PVC, polyethylene, and many others.
Plastic became more popular when Leo Hendrik Baekeland introduced it into mass production, opening a new era for this material. Today, this type of plastic is still widely used and is constantly being improved with many new ingredients.
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Plastic classification
Currently, this type of plastic is divided into two basic types, which are recycled plastic and virgin plastic, which are widely used in life. Below is detailed information about these two types of plastic for you to understand clearly.
Recycled plastic
Recycled plastic is a type of plastic that is recycled from virgin plastic or used plastic. The production process of recycled plastic often goes through many different stages. However, because it does not have the high purity of virgin plastic, recycled plastic is often cheaper. To create the best quality recycled plastic products, the raw material processing process must be carried out carefully and complicatedly. Otherwise, the final product may be of poor quality and potentially unsafe.
Virgin plastic
Virgin plastic is a type of plastic that is produced directly from petroleum and has not been used before. Because it does not contain any impurities or additives, virgin plastic has a very high purity. However, because of this characteristic, virgin plastic is often more expensive than other types of plastic. This type of plastic is often used in the production of high-end products or products that require a high level of safety, such as syringes and pharmaceuticals.
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Applications of Plastic
This material is widely used in many different fields such as medical, interior, industrial and civil. Thanks to its low cost and flexibility in production, plastic is often used to replace other materials, helping to reduce production costs. This has made them a popular choice in the manufacture of many types of products, from medical equipment to household items and construction materials.
PE plastic
PE (Polyethylene) plastic is commonly used to produce bags, liquid containers, and various types of bottle caps. This type of plastic stands out for its ability to be shaped and sized flexibly, suitable for many different uses. However, a disadvantage of PE plastic is its ability to absorb odors, so it is necessary to store and preserve the product in suitable conditions to maintain the best quality.
Plastic PP (Polypropylene)
PP (Polypropylene) plastic is a popular choice in the plastics industry thanks to its many outstanding advantages. With low cost and good bearing capacity, PP plastic is durable, difficult to tear or break. In addition, PP plastic also has good heat resistance, up to about 100°C, making it an ideal material for the production of packaging and other applications that require high temperature resistance.
Plastic PS (Polystyrene)
Polystyrene is known for its high stiffness and transparency, making it an ideal choice for colouring and product design. This makes PS plastic easy to use in the production of foam boxes and applications that require transparency and the ability to create a variety of colours.
PVC (Polyvinylchloride)
PVC is an extremely versatile material that is used in many areas. It is commonly used to wrap electrical cables, make water pipes, and produce raincoats. PVC film, due to its effective preservation properties, is often used to wrap foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables and raw meat, although its storage life is usually short. In addition, PVC is also commonly used in the production of household appliances and furniture items, thanks to its flexibility and water resistance.
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Above, TAELIM has shared detailed information about Plastic with specific types and their applications in production and life. Hopefully, through this, you have a better understanding of this material and can easily use it in daily life.
TAELIM International Transport Company Limited
With the desire to support the development of the plastic industry by providing high quality plastic pellets and services. Taelim Plastic is one of the Vietnamese plastic companies with many years of experience, with a long history of development, specializing in the production, trading, import and export of recycled pellets. By applying advanced technology, meeting European standards with a strict process, we ensure to bring customers the best products and services.
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