The landscape of materials science applied to orthopaedic medicine is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the need to combine outstanding biomechanical performance with an increasingly high degree of device customisation. In this context, SEBS has emerged as a key technical solution for manufacturing…
TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane): properties and applications in industrial moulding
Among the most advanced materials used in injection moulding departments is TPU, a thermoplastic polyurethane with elastomeric behaviour that combines the processability of thermoplastics with the flexibility and elasticity typical of elastomers. Thanks to these characteristics, TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) represents a versatile,…
Nylon PA6 and PA66: differences, properties and applications in industrial injection moulding
Nylon, which belongs to the polyamide family, is one of the most versatile and widely used engineering thermoplastics in the industrial sector. In particular, the variants polyamide 6 (PA6) and polyamide 66 (PA66) are extensively used in injection moulding of plastic…
Ultem®: high-performance thermoplastic resin
Ultem® is the registered trademark of Sabic, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-performance plastics, used to market polyetherimide (PEI). This thermoplastic resin belongs to the family of high-temperature polymers. This material stands out for its excellent thermal resistance, as…



