Having spent over a decade in the plastics industry, I’ve encountered my fair share of head-scratchers on the factory floor. One question that pops up repeatedly, especially from engineers and manufacturers new to Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE), is why their TPE material isn’t melting as expected during processing. It’s a frustrating issue that can halt production […]

As someone who’s been in the plastics industry for over a decade, I’ve worked with countless materials, from rigid thermoplastics to flexible elastomers. Among them, Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) and Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) often spark curiosity and confusion. People frequently ask me how these two materials differ, which one suits their project better, and how to

Having spent over a decade in the polymer industry, particularly working with thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) in applications like cast films, I’ve seen my fair share of material quirks. One issue that frequently comes up, especially among manufacturers and quality control teams, is the appearance of white crystal points in TPE cast films. These tiny, often

As someone who’s been working with thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) for over a decade in product development and material selection, I’ve fielded countless questions about their performance in real-world applications. One question that keeps popping up, especially from manufacturers and product designers, is whether TPEs release oil during use. It’s a valid concern—nobody wants a product

Having worked in the materials industry for over a dozen years, I’ve had the chance to experiment with countless combinations of polymers, from automotive gaskets to consumer electronics. One question that pops up frequently, especially among product designers and manufacturers, is whether combining TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) and silicone in a product leads to shrinkage. It’s

Having spent over a decade in the materials industry, working with everything from automotive seals to consumer goods, I’ve handled my fair share of TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber). One question that keeps coming up, especially from concerned consumers and product designers, is whether the odor from TPR is harmful to human health. It’s a legitimate worry—nobody

As someone who’s been immersed in the plastics and elastomer industry for nearly fifteen years, I’ve watched materials like TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) ebb and flow in both popularity and price. Lately, I’ve noticed a surge in questions about whether TPR prices have dropped, especially from manufacturers, procurement specialists, and small business owners looking to manage

Having spent over a decade in the materials industry, particularly working with elastomers like TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber), I’ve fielded countless questions about material properties and how to identify specific formulations. One query that comes up often, especially from manufacturers and quality control teams, is how to determine whether a TPR elastomer is oil-extended. It’s a

As someone who’s been in the cable manufacturing industry for over a decade, I’ve seen countless materials come and go, each with its own quirks and strengths. One question that keeps popping up, especially from consumers and product designers, is whether TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) data cables stiffen over time. It’s a fair concern—nobody wants a

As someone who’s been in the materials and manufacturing industry for over a decade, I’ve spent countless hours working with thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) to perfect their performance in real-world applications. From smartphone cases to medical tubing, TPE’s unique blend of flexibility and durability makes it a go-to material for products that need both functionality and