In the fitness and sports equipment industry, elastic bands are widely used for various training purposes, from strength training to rehabilitation exercises. As someone who has been deeply involved in this field for years, I’ve seen and tested countless types of elastic bands. Among them, TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) elastic bands and natural rubber elastic bands […]

As a materials engineer who’s spent years diving into the world of polymers, I’ve always been fascinated by the versatility of TPE, or thermoplastic elastomer. When someone asks, “What kind of material is TPE, and what’s it made of?” I know they’re likely curious about its unique properties or trying to figure out if it’s

As a polymer processing veteran with years of hands-on experience in setting up and troubleshooting TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) production lines, I’ve learned that the extruder is the linchpin of a successful granulation process. When I get questions about what an extruder needs to handle TPE granulation, it’s usually from someone trying to optimize their production,

As a materials engineer with over a decade of experience in cable manufacturing, I’ve seen my fair share of challenges with cable materials, especially when they’re exposed to the harsh realities of outdoor environments. When someone asks, “Why is my TPE halogen-free flame-retardant cable material cracking outdoors?” it’s a question that hits close to home

Having spent nearly two decades in the plastics and elastomer industry, I’ve navigated the ins and outs of countless manufacturing processes, from injection molding to overmolding with thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). One question I hear often from manufacturers and engineers is: Does TPE overmolding require shrinkage consideration? It’s a crucial topic, as TPE overmolding—where TPE is

As someone who’s been working with plastics and elastomers for nearly two decades, I’ve seen my fair share of production challenges, from bubbles in molded parts to hazy extrusions. One question that keeps coming up, especially from manufacturers new to thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), is: Does TPE material need to be dried before processing? It’s a

As someone who’s been knee-deep in the plastics processing industry for over 15 years, I’ve worked with countless materials, from rigid polypropylenes to flexible elastomers like TPE (thermoplastic elastomer). Among the many questions I get from manufacturers, one that pops up frequently is: Does TPE crystal raw material need to be dried before processing? It’s

As a plastics engineer with over ten years of experience in injection molding and material compounding, I’ve navigated plenty of production hiccups, especially with thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs). TPEs are a go-to material for their rubber-like flexibility and versatility in products like grips, seals, and plugs. But one issue that can throw a wrench in manufacturing

Having spent over a decade in the plastics manufacturing industry, I’ve tackled my fair share of challenges with thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) in injection molding, particularly in overmolding applications like tool handles, medical grips, and consumer electronics components. TPEs are fantastic for their soft, rubber-like properties, but they can be finicky when it comes to achieving

As a plastics engineer with over a decade of experience in injection molding, I’ve spent countless hours troubleshooting issues on the factory floor, particularly with thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs). TPEs are a dream material for their rubber-like flexibility and versatility, used in everything from soft grips to medical seals. But one frustration I’ve encountered—and I hear