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THE MATERIAL GUIDE

Understand the material.
See the possibilities.

A closer look at polymer families, physical forms and the questions that help define a useful material enquiry.

MATERIAL GUIDE
HDPE

High-density polyethylene

A versatile polyethylene found in rigid packaging and durable moulded products.

Bottles and containersChemical drums and jerricans
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LDPE / LLDPE

Flexible polyethylene

Polyethylene materials commonly associated with film, sacks, wrapping and flexible packaging.

Packaging films and wrapsHeavy-duty sacks and bags
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PP

Polypropylene

A versatile polymer spanning rigid packaging, fibres and moulded components.

Rigid packaging and closuresHousehold and industrial mouldings
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PET

Polyethylene terephthalate

A polyester used in bottles, packaging and fibres, with application-specific quality requirements.

BottlesTrays and packaging
OTHER MATERIAL ENQUIRIES
ABS

Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene

A technical polymer used where toughness, rigidity and surface appearance are important.

Appliance componentsEquipment housings
OTHER MATERIAL ENQUIRIES
PS

Polystyrene

A material family that needs a clear distinction between grade and physical form.

Rigid packagingCosmetic packaging
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PVC

Polyvinyl chloride

A versatile material supplied in rigid and flexible formulations that require separate identification.

Window and door profilesPipes and fittings

These are general material guides, not a live stock catalogue or a list of accepted inputs. Commercial availability, material acceptance and application suitability are confirmed individually.

FORM & PRESENTATION

The polymer is only
part of the picture.

Physical form tells us how a material is presented. Its origin, condition and preparation still matter.

01

Bales

Material compressed for storage and transport. Baling describes its presentation; composition and condition still need to be established.

  • Polymer, source and material mix
  • Approximate bale weights and dimensions
  • Moisture, contamination and loading arrangements

02

Regrind

Plastic mechanically reduced into smaller pieces. Describe the original product and any cleaning or separation already carried out.

  • Original product and polymer identity
  • Approximate particle size
  • Cleaning history and other materials present

03

Flakes

Size-reduced pieces associated with recycling streams such as bottles and trays. Particle size, colour and preparation help define the material.

  • Source and material composition
  • Size range and washed or unwashed condition
  • Colour, fines, moisture and contamination

04

Pellets

Small units produced through melt processing and pelletisation. Selection depends on the specific grade, technical data and intended application.

  • Grade designation and technical data
  • Colour and processing requirements
  • Origin, lot information and required quantity

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