Having spent over a decade in the TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) industry, I’ve seen my fair share of challenges when it comes to selecting the right flame retardants for TPE materials. Whether you’re a manufacturer, a product designer, or just curious about TPE applications, figuring out how to differentiate between high-quality and subpar flame retardants can […]

As someone who has been deeply involved in the TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) processing industry for years, I understand that achieving a distinctive wave pattern effect in the secondary processing of TPE bags is both a technical challenge and a craft that requires patience and creativity. Many people encounter issues like uneven patterns, poorly designed molds,

Picture this: you’re running a batch of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) parts, excited about their soft, grippy texture, only to find unsightly gate marks marring the surface near the injection point. As someone who’s spent over a decade in the injection molding industry, wrestling with everything from medical devices to consumer goods, I’ve faced this issue

If you’ve ever worked with thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) overmolding, you know it’s both a game-changer and a headache. The ability to bond TPE’s soft, grippy texture onto rigid substrates like PP, ABS, or PC creates products with incredible tactile appeal—think ergonomic tool handles, sleek phone cases, or comfy toothbrush grips. But there’s a catch: TPE

Walking through a toy store, you’ve probably noticed those squishy, colorful toys that kids can’t seem to put down—think soft squeeze balls, bendy action figures, or teething rings. Many of these are made from thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), a material I’ve worked with for years in the toy manufacturing industry. TPE’s softness, safety, and versatility make

There’s a moment in every injection molder’s life when you pull a TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) part from the mold, expecting perfection, only to spot those frustrating glossy marks—shiny, uneven patches that scream imperfection. I’ve been there, holding a TPE grip or seal under the shop lights, wondering why these glossy streaks are ruining an otherwise

There’s something deeply satisfying about dialing in the perfect settings on an injection molding machine, watching TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) parts come out smooth, strong, and just right. But when it comes to 70 Shore A TPE—a versatile material used in everything from grips to seals—getting the molding temperature right can feel like a high-stakes balancing

There’s a certain thrill in the hum of an injection molding shop, but that thrill can quickly turn to frustration when you spot weld lines or flow marks on your TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) parts. As someone who’s spent years knee-deep in TPE processing, I’ve felt that sinking feeling more than once—holding a part that should

In the world of TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) processing, few things are as disheartening as testing a batch of freshly molded parts only to find they’re weak, stretchy, and practically falling apart under the slightest pull. I’ve been there, staring at a pile of 0 Shore A TPE samples that feel more like jelly than the