Plastic Material

This guide explains how raw plastic materials influence product performance and longevity, from additive selection and density to processing compatibility, helping you prevent premature failure and maintain consistent quality in demanding applications.  When a gasket loses its seal or a hose becomes brittle under sunlight, the cause usually traces back to how the material was […]

Regulations around plastic use in South Africa have tightened significantly in recent years, thanks to an ever-growing concern for the environment. For plastic raw material manufacturers like IPC, this shift has changed how compounds are formulated, what materials are acceptable, and how the industry as a whole operates. From extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes to

The plastic industry has come a long way in South Africa over the years, with the plastic manufacturing sector contributing nearly 2% of the country’s GDP in 2023. Overall, plastic manufacturing accounts for about 16.6% of the entire manufacturing sector in South Africa, with the government defining it as a crucial sector. One of the

If you are somewhat unfamiliar with plastic compounds it is best to do a bit of preparation before you buy plastic raw materials for the first time. No matter what your project entails, issues can be easily avoided by taking just a few preparatory steps. While there are many different types of plastic raw materials,

Plastic materials are something that 99% of people on earth are very familiar with as plastic has fast replaced most raw materials, such as wood and metals, due its affordability, flexibility, and accessibility. But as much as most people are familiar with the look and feel of plastic objects, not many people know much more