Plastics Knowledge
There are thousands of different types of plastic, with properties such as appearance, durability, and strength. Here you can learn much more—and if that is not enough, simply contact us. At OTV, we know EVERYTHING about plastics.
Plastic types
Here you will find most of the plastic types that we normally stock as semi-finished goods at OTV. Listed with the common abbreviations, the chemical designations, and standard trade names.
file formats/drawings
All plastic components at OTV are manufactured using 3D files with dimensioned drawings. We can work with most file formats.
chemical properties
Here you will find an overview of the chemical properties of our plastic components, so you can achieve the most optimal utilization.
tolerances
To ensure that we at OTV meet requirements for dimensions, tolerances, and surface roughness, we measure each cutting tool for wear and tolerances before use.
Plastic FAQ
Machining of engineering plastics is carried out in our state-of-the-art machinery in Vejen. Many years of experience and our skilled, qualified employees ensure competitive prices and consistently high quality.
Our innovative approach is fundamental. Automation and quality are given high priority, as reflected in our advanced CNC-controlled machining centers, which are continuously upgraded. As a result, our machinery is among the most modern for machining engineering plastics.
Plastic is the result of a chemical process in which an extracted fraction of crude oil (naphtha) is the primary raw material. In addition, plastic may contain, for example, cellulose, natural gas, salt, and coal.
There are thousands of types of plastic, as they are defined by their properties, such as durability, appearance, and strength. If you would like to read more about which plastic types we stock at OTV, you can find plenty of information under Plastic types.
In fact, a study shows that plastic packaging reduces food waste by extending the shelf life of food.