Hey there! I’m a materials engineer at Linn, where I’ve spent the last 15 years knee-deep in the world of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). If you’re here, chances are you’ve noticed something annoying: watermarks on your TPE products. Maybe it’s a yoga mat with weird streaks, a phone case with cloudy spots, or a sealing strip […]

Hi everyone! I’m a materials engineer at Linn, where I’ve been diving deep into thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) for over a decade. Lately, I’ve noticed a question popping up a lot: “Why does TPE material smell?” It’s a fair concern—especially when you open a package of TPE-made toys, seals, or everyday items and get hit with

Hey everyone! I’ve been knee-deep in the world of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) for years, and let me tell you, there’s nothing more frustrating than seeing bubbles pop up in an overmolded part. You’ve got this perfect plan—maybe you’re bonding TPE to a hard plastic like PP or ABS for a grip or seal—and then bam,

Hey there! I’ve been working with thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) materials for years, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that TPE can be a real diva sometimes. One issue I’ve run into—and I bet you have too—is when those TPE granules get way too sticky. It’s a nightmare, right? They clump together, stick to

Hey everyone! I’ve been working with thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) for years, and I’ve seen this question come up more times than I can count: “What happens if I soak TPE in hot water?” Maybe you’ve got a TPE product—like a kitchen gadget, a fitness band, or even a kid’s toy—and you’re wondering if a hot

Hey folks! I’ve been in the thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) game for years, and let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of nailing a perfectly molded seal—or the frustration when things go sideways. Today, I’m diving into a topic that pops up a lot: how exactly do we mold TPE raw material into

Hey there! As someone who’s been knee-deep in the thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) game for years, I totally get how frustrating it can be when your TPE raw material just won’t take color. You’re all set to churn out a batch of vibrant products, only to end up with something dull, patchy, or downright colorless. Been

Hey there! If you’re here, I’m guessing you’ve got a love-hate relationship with TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) right now. It’s soft, flexible, and perfect for so many things—phone cases, grips, you name it—but man, does it pick up dirt like a magnet! I’ve been working with TPE for over a decade, tweaking formulations and cleaning more

Hey there! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re knee-deep in a project involving TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) soft material, and it’s sticking to your machine like gum on a shoe. I’ve been in the plastics game for over a decade, tweaking machines and troubleshooting stickiness more times than I can count. Today, I’m here to

Hey there! If you’ve landed here, you’re probably curious about how to turn TPE plastic granules into a top-notch running track. I’ve been in the synthetic track industry for years, and I’ve seen it all— from small community projects to massive stadium builds. Today, I’m going to walk you through the process step-by-step, share some