Mechanical Engineering

In the mechanical engineering industry, traditional materials such as metals and alloys are often used to achieve high mechanical strength and precision in components. However, plastics are breaking the mold with their light weight, corrosion resistance, flexibility and cost-effectiveness. From bearings and bushings to seals and gaskets, plastics have become a new synonym in the mechanical engineering industry.

Alfa Chemistry cooperates with companies in the mechanical engineering industry to provide them with the latest innovations and the best quality plastic products. If you don't know what materials you need, we can also provide you with tailor-made solutions to meet your individual needs.

Why Use Plastics in the Mechanical Engineering Industry

Plastics play an important role in the mechanical engineering industry as they offer significant benefits. The main benefits are as follows:

• Outstanding corrosion and chemical resistance: Mechanical engineering applications often encounter corrosive environments, which require materials that can withstand harsh conditions. Plastics have excellent resistance to corrosion and chemical degradation and are suitable for components that come into contact with chemicals, moisture and corrosive substances.
• Damping and noise reduction: The inherent damping characteristics of plastics help to absorb vibration and reduce noise levels. Therefore, plastics are vital in the field of mechanical engineering where noise control and vibration reduction requirements are needed.
• Easy to manufacture: Plastics have a short manufacturing cycle and can produce products with complex shapes with very little post-processing, which helps to reduce production costs in the mechanical engineering industry.
• Inherent lubricity: The inherent lubricity of some engineering plastics reduces the demand for lubricants and prevents mechanical equipment from stopping.

Plastic Applications for Mechanical Engineering

Plastics have a variety of applications in the mechanical engineering industry, including but not limited to:

• Wear strips
• Guide rails
• Sprockets
• Conveyor systems
• Bobbins
• Piping
• Valve seats and wire harness fixtures

• Seals and gaskets
• Pulleys
• Winders
• Chute liners
• Machine guards
• Cable insulators

• Star wheels
• Thrust washers
• Bearings and bushings
• Chain guides
• Screw conveyor liners
• Pumps and accessories

Our Plastics for the Mechanical Engineering Industry

At Alfa Chemistry, we have a complete production line to mass produce the plastics you need. Our products not only meet the expectations of our customers, but also give the mechanical engineering industry new possibilities. Here are some common plastics used in the mechanical engineering industry. Please contact us immediately if you need them.

• PP
• Nylon
• PTFE

• PEEK
• PVC

• POM
• ABS

• LDPE
• PET

Unsure which plastic is most suitable for your industry needs?

Our experienced technical experts can help you solve your plastic selection challenges.

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