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Engineer analyzing material samples in industrial laboratory setting
Dec 14, 2025 4 min read
materials

Engineering Plastics Selection Guide: UHMW, PEEK, and PTFE Compared

A technical guide to selecting high-performance engineering plastics for industrial applications. Compare material properties, operating parameters, and application suitability.

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CNC milling machine performing precision cutting operation on metal workpiece
Nov 2, 2025 5 min read
manufacturing

CNC Machining Tolerances: A Technical Reference for Engineers

Comprehensive guide to dimensional tolerances in CNC machining. Learn tolerance classes, cost implications, inspection methods, and best practices for specification.

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White engineering plastic materials used in industrial applications
Oct 19, 2025 6 min read
materials

PTFE vs UHMW: Choosing the Right Low-Friction Plastic

Head-to-head comparison of PTFE and UHMW polyethylene for wear applications. Compare friction coefficients, temperature limits, chemical resistance, and cost to make the right material choice.

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Polished stainless steel industrial components
Oct 5, 2025 6 min read
materials

Stainless Steel Selection: 304 vs 316 and When to Use Each

Stop over-specifying 316 stainless steel. Learn when 304 is the right choice, when 316 is worth the premium, and the one question that makes the decision easy.

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Machined metal surface showing precision finish quality
Sep 21, 2025 6 min read
manufacturing

Surface Finish Specifications: A Practical Guide to Ra Values

Demystifying surface roughness specifications. Learn what Ra values mean, which finish your application actually needs, and how to avoid over-specifying (and overpaying).

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Industrial components showing both metal and plastic manufacturing options
Sep 7, 2025 6 min read
guides

Metal-to-Plastic Conversion: When (and When Not) to Switch

A practical framework for evaluating metal-to-plastic conversion opportunities. Learn where plastics outperform metals, where they don't, and how to calculate whether conversion makes sense.

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CNC machining center cutting precision metal parts
Aug 24, 2025 7 min read
manufacturing

Design for Manufacturability: 10 Rules for Cost-Effective CNC Parts

Practical DFM guidelines that reduce CNC machining costs by 20-50%. Learn the design decisions that drive cost and how to optimize your parts before sending drawings.

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Stainless steel food processing equipment in clean manufacturing environment
Aug 10, 2025 7 min read
guides

Food-Grade Materials: FDA Compliance Requirements Explained

Navigate FDA regulations for food contact materials. Understand 21 CFR compliance, NSF certification, and which plastics and metals are approved for food processing applications.

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High-performance engineering plastic components for demanding applications
Jul 27, 2025 7 min read
materials

High-Temperature Plastics Compared: PEEK vs PPS vs PEI

Technical comparison of PEEK, PPS, and PEI for demanding thermal applications. Understand property differences, cost trade-offs, and which material fits your high-temperature requirements.

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