Materials

PDI's manufacturing processes utilize a variety of materials based on the specific use of each individual products and the specifications and requirements of our clients. We commonly produce high-grade plastic products using material that varies in thickness from .010 to .375 inches.







Common materials used in the vacuum and pressure forming process include:

  • ABS
  • A class of plastics based on acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymers...

  • Polystyrene
  • Polystyrene is a very versatile plastic that can be rigid or formed. General purpose polystyrene is clear, hard and brittle. It has a relatively low melting point and typical applications include protective packaging, containers, lids, cups, bottles, trays and tumblers.

  • PVC
  • A general purpose thermoplastic used for a wide range of products and parts. PVC is known for its high flexibility.

  • PETG


  • Polycarbonate
  • Ideal for products designed for high impact resistance, Polycarbonate is anywhere from four to ten times as impact resistant as other materials; in fact, it is used for bulletproof windows.

  • Polyethylene
  • A thermoplastic material having excellent electrical properties.

  • Polypropylene
  • A thermoplastic material similar to polyethylene but somewhat stiffer and with a higher softening point (temperature).

  • Other materials are also available based on your product manufacturing specifications, including medical and food grade ratings that require special characteristics.



  • Materials
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