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Why Plastifab is your best thermoplastics manufacturer
As your premier solutions extrusion company, we focus on creativity and innovation to meet even your most challenging Read more
Acrylic manufacturing methods
Acrylic is one of the most popular thermoplastics at Plastifab. Here’s more about this popular plastic and the Read more
What are thermoplastic property categories?
At Plastifab, we use a set of eight properties to describe and differentiate thermoplastic raw materials. Here’s how Read more
Why Thermoplastics? The benefits are undeniable.
Many ask us, “why thermoplastics?” Customers want to know why they should choose thermoplastic parts over other Read more
World Patient Safety Day (Sept 17th)
September 17th (this Saturday) is World Patient Safety Day, and we’re proud to provide thermoplastic materials for Read more
Common plastic forming techniques
There are many ways to form plastic into your final shape. Here is a summary of the most common ways to mould Read more
How thermoplastic properties are standardized
You’ve likely read the specifications of thermoplastics. But do you know there are testing standards that our Read more
Top 10 most popular thermoplastics for extrusion
At Plastifab, we know extruded thermoplastics. One of the first questions people ask when engaging us for a project is Read more
Outdoor uses for thermoplastics
Thermoplastics are strong and can withstand harsh or unpredictable outdoor environments. There are many outdoor uses Read more
All About Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) is a popular thermoplastic used in applications that require high purity and excellent Read more
Interactive thermoplastics installations
Customers often come to us to create parts for their equipment and machinery from extruded thermoplastics. However, we Read more
All About Delrin® Thermoplastic
It’s a plastic that can easily compete with the strength of metal. DELRIN® is an acetal resin of crystalline plastic Read more
Stunning Outdoor Thermoplastics Projects
Thermoplastics are so versatile that they can withstand the often unpredictable outdoor weather conditions we get in Read more
Acrylic vs Glass for Marine Transportation Applications
Getting out on the boat is an excellent way for us to escape the big city and enjoy the water. In marine applications, Read more
Why Lightweight Thermoplastics Matter
Thermoplastics are a popular alternative to other traditional materials due to their weight. They are commonly much Read more
When to use Acrylic vs Polycarbonate
Acrylic and Polycarbonate are among the most popular Performance Plastics used today. They may look similar, but they Read more
Celebrating Women in Plastics
March 8th is International Women’s Day, and all month we celebrate the achievements of women in the plastics and Read more
Valentines Day: What we love about thermoplastics
February is the month of love and appreciation. We want to express our appreciation of the materials we get to work Read more
National Inventors Month: The history of Acrylic plastics
Acrylic thermoplastic is everywhere. It’s also less widely known by its chemical name Poly(methyl methacrylate) Read more
About working with coloured thermoplastics
When designing a part or product in coloured or tinted thermoplastic, the colour variances can be significant, Read more
How much do you know about PEEK?
PEEK (chemically known as polyether ether ketone) is a colourless organic thermoplastic compound. This polymer was Read more
That’s a Wrap for 2021! Happy Holidays
As the festive season approaches, we would like to take this opportunity, on behalf of management and staff, to extend Read more
Misconceptions About “Wasteful” Plastics
The health of our natural environment has been a topic of great discussion in recent years. One of the materials taking Read more
Tips for Choosing a Thermoplastics Company
When you’ve decided to get your part or project made in thermoplastic, your next step is to find the right fabricator Read more
The Positive Impacts of Plastic
Plastics positively impact people’s lives around the world, especially with the invention of more sustainable and Read more
Exciting Plastic Art Installations in Thermoplastic
In ancient Rome, artists would chisel blocks of stone to make art. Today, many artists are turning to thermoplastics as Read more
Important Company Announcement (September 27, 2021)
Dear Valued Customer, We are pleased to announce the promotion of George Karidis to the role of VP of Sales & Read more
Why Design Custom Lighting Applications
When designing lighting for your retail, commercial, residential spaces, lighting is one feature that makes a big Read more
Acrylic Displays for Retail Solutions
Today’s consumers are constantly bombarded with ads and marketing, even when they’re in-store. It can be Read more
#NationalAviationDay: Why Thermoplastics are ideal for airplane components
Thursday (August 19th) is National Aviation Day, a perfect time to highlight the contribution thermoplastics make in Read more
Thermoplastics Dictionary
If you’re not familiar with terms used in thermoplastics, it can be overwhelming to know which one to choose for your Read more
Retail solutions using custom-designed thermoplastics
As someone in retail, you know how vital your display, signage, and overall look and feel of your storefront are. Read more
How to use thermoplastics for workplace safety
Workplace safety is among the most important priorities of employers. Aside from enacting safety procedures and Read more
All About : Polypropylene (PP) Thermoplastics
Polypropylene (also abbreviated to “PP”) is a by-product of petroleum refining. It is a polyolefin thermoplastic Read more
Happy National Skilled Trades Day (May 5)
Today is National Skilled Trades Day (#SkilledTradesDay), a day we bring focus to all the men and women in skilled Read more
4 Ways to maximize success for your custom thermoplastics designs
Whether you’re making your own designs or your plastics manufacturer is helping you, there are several design tips Read more
Earth Day: What Makes Thermoplastics Green?
The theme for Earth Day 2021 is “restore the earth.” We’re doing our part with our green manufacturing processes Read more
Thermoplastics in challenging environments: The Oil, Mining and Gas Industry
There are many dangers inherent in the oil drilling and mining industries. The dangers shouldn’t be multiplied by Read more
Thermoplastics in Construction: Celebrating Women in Construction Week
Now is time to rebuild the nation both figuratively and literally. Construction across the country is booming and shows Read more
Beautiful lighting applications featuring Thermoplastics
Light is best when you can let it shine, but sometimes you want to manipulate how the light reflects. One of the most Read more
National Inventors Month: Otto Bayer and Polyurethane
February is National Inventors Month and today we wanted to look at the inventor of one of our most popular Read more
Thermoplastics vs Metal: Which is better?
When making equipment or parts, you’ll probably be faced with the question of the materials you’re going to use for Read more
Thermoplastics applications in outdoor environments
Thermoplastics are versatile and are perfect for outdoor applications, even when you don’t have consistent weather Read more
Thermoplastics in Biochemical and Pharmaceuticals
This year has put health and healthcare industries front and center as we fight the COVID-19 virus around the world. Read more
Holidays in Quebec
We love the holiday season at Plastifab. After the whirlwind that was 2020, we all need a little break and reminder to Read more
Thermoplastics used in Medical Equipment
We always knew that plastics were a great material for so many applications, but with the recent COVID-19 pandemic, now Read more
Advantages of using Polycarbonate vs glass for natural lighting applications
What material are your windows and skylights made from? Until now, the standard for household and commercial windows Read more
Women Breaking the Mold 2020: It’s going virtual
For 2020, the Women Breaking the Mold live event hosted by Plastics News has pivoted to a virtual event! The new Read more
Thermoplastics: They’re all around us!
They’re all around us. You probably come into contact with thermoplastics (or something with thermoplastic parts Read more
It’s Construction Appreciation Week
This week is Construction Appreciation week so we wanted to take a moment to appreciate the hard work those in this Read more
Back to school: Thermoplastics 101
As the kids head back to school this month, we thought it would be a great idea to send you back to school too! To Read more
Why plastics are great in space!
One of the most exciting, uplifting things to come out of the first half of 2020 was the successful SpaceX launch and Read more
Why you should use thermoplastics for prototyping
If you’ve got a new product and need a cost-effective, quick prototype, choose thermoplastics. Today, we’re going Read more
LightFair 2020 is Going Virtual
Every year we look forward to attending the annual LightFair conference. This year, with the global pandemic preventing Read more
Happy Canada Day: Why you should update your project timelines now
This week across Canada, we’re celebrating the birthday of our nation. Our neighbours to the south are about to Read more
How does Thermoplastic Extrusion work?
Thermoplastic extrusion is such a useful way to create custom parts. Thermoplastic plastic pellets and powder can be Read more
What is the IAPD Thermoplastics Rectangle?
If you’ve ever wondered which thermoplastic is the best for the job, the Thermoplastics Rectangle by the Read more
Health and Safety Initiatives by the IAPD
Training in plastics is pivotal for everyone who works in our industry, from those who work on the floor and in our Read more
Plastifab’s focus on safety: North America Health and Safety Month
Health is a big issue today. Health and safety in the workplace isn’t something that is new for us, but we have made Read more
What Makes Thermoplastics Eco-friendly?
Thermoplastics are everywhere and that makes us at Plastifab very happy. Not just because we’re in the business of Read more
IAPD recommendations for a more environmentally sustainable business
This month we celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and we wanted to share some low- to no-cost ways you can make your Read more
COVID-19 Update – March 27th 2020
Dear Employees, Clients and Vendors, As most of you know our Government and Public Health officials have ordered a Read more
All About Polyurethane
Polyurethane (PU) is known for outperforming other plastics, rubber, and even steel in its environmental resistance Read more
COVID-19 – An update from Plastifab Industries Inc.
Dear Valued Partners, We at Plastifab Industries Inc. are taking all necessary precautions to protect the well-being of Read more
Using Thermoplastics in Construction (Women in Construction Week)
Plastics are being used to build a nation! The construction industry is one of our biggest markets for thermoplastics Read more
6 Considerations for choosing performance plastics
If you’re not living a breathing plastics on a daily basis like us, looking at a plastics property chart may feel Read more
Meet the Alexander Parkes: The Inventor of the first thermoplastic
Today is National Inventors day so we thought we’d look and one of our favourite inventors: Alexander Parkes, the Read more
Examples of beautiful Thermoplastics applications
Thermoplastics are used in more than just parts manufacturing. There are some stunning applications of thermoplastics Read more
Why choose thermoplastics over metal for parts manufacturing
Are you staying ahead of your competition? If you’re still using metal parts, you might be falling behind the curve! Read more
All About Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)
Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) is a flexible plastic that has the benefits of thermoplastics and rubbers. They’re Read more
Happy Holidays to one and all!
Can you feel it? The holiday season is in full swing already! We wanted to take a moment away from thermoplastics for a Read more
All About PVDF: Extreme Chemical Resistance
For applications that need high chemical resistance to solvents, acids, and bases, we often recommend Polyvinylidene Read more
Thermoplastics vs Thermoset Plastics in Product Development
We wanted to clear up a common confusion in the world of plastics, in particular, the difference between thermoplastics Read more
All About PPS
Today we’re taking a closer look at Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) thermoplastic. It’s a high-performance Read more
The 3R’s at Plastifab: Our Green Initiatives
In the last 40 years of our business, we’ve seen many regulatory and environmental changes as well as new production Read more
All About Nylon
Did you know that Nylon was the first engineering resin? Nylon is a group of plastics known as polyamides and comes in Read more
Using thermoplastics for your next innovative project
We know you have many raw materials to choose from when fabricating and manufacturing your parts. When choosing your Read more
All About Polyethylene
Polyethylene is a popular thermoplastic found in many consumer and industry products. Two popular variations of this Read more
Who uses Thermoplastics? An Industry Overview
Extruded thermoplastics are great for so many industries because they have qualities that comparable metal raw Read more
All About Acetal
One of the most popular engineering plastics, Acetal, is popular for good reason! Its’ advantages over other Read more
Happy Canada Day & our top 5 favourite ways to celebrate!
Canadian’s are often quietly patriotic…except when Canada Day comes around! We wave flags from our patios, we Read more
All About Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate (PC) plastic is easily moulded and thermoformed, has excellent impact strength, strength and stiffness, Read more
Thermoplastics 101
Every once and a while it’s good to get back to basics. Today we’re going to give you the quick version of Read more
All about ABS
ABS plastic is a combination of three compounds: Acrylonitrile, Butadiene, and Styrene (thus its name ABS). It is tough Read more
Advantages of Thermoplastics
Thermoplastic is a performance plastic well suited for many applications. When heated to a molten form, they can be Read more
All About Ultem®
Ultem® is the brand name of an amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide (PEI) made by Sabic Innovative Plastics and Read more
Understanding Thermoplastic Polymers
Thermoplastic polymers are easily moldable into virtually any shape when heated to an exact temperature and return to a Read more
All About Polysulfone
Polysulfone (also known as PSUL) is a thermoplastic that is a naturally transparent, amorphous polymer known for its Read more
6 things you need to know about engineering with performance plastics
Working with performance plastic has so many benefits, but you need to be aware of some of their unique characteristics Read more
All about Polyester (PET) Plastics
If you want excellent bang for your buck, polyester PET (polyethylene terephthalate) thermoplastics may what you are Read more
Understanding Plastics Properties Part 2: Friction, Weight, and Strength
At Plastifab it’s our goal to teach you as much about thermoplastics as we can so you have the information to make an Read more
All About PPO/PPE (Noryl) Plastics
Noryl plastics are owned and trademarked by SABIC (formerly General Electric Plastics). The Noryl family consists of Read more
Understanding Plastics Properties Part 1: Temperature and Conductivity Considerations
With so many different plastics and plastics properties, it can be overwhelming to know which type to use. In part 1 of Read more
Celebrating a year full of cheer!
We absolutely love this time of year because you can feel the joy in the air everywhere you go. However, even with all Read more
Plastics for the P.O.P. and Retail Industries
The December holiday season is one of the biggest shopping seasons of the year. Are you doing everything you can to Read more
For peak performance, choose PEEK plastic
When you need peak performance from your plastic parts, choose PEEK (Polyether ether ketone) plastic. This unique, Read more
Plastics for a worldwide industry: Mining, Oil, & Gas
It’s an industry that fulfills the needs of the entire globe. We all rely on oil, mining, and/or gas to operate our Read more
PVC: All About this popular, perfect plastic
Chances are you’ve heard of PVC already. It’s used extensively in all walks of life including food packaging, home Read more
Building a Nation: Plastics for Building & Construction
Plastics are building our nation…literally! The building and construction industry is one of the largest segments Read more
FIRE SALE!! Inventory Clear Out!!
We are cleaning out our warehouses to make room for some exciting new products and applications for 2019! Take Read more
All About Acrylic…and how to use it for your next project
Have you considered Acrylic plastic for your next project? Acrylic is a versatile, clear plastic that resembles glass, Read more
Introducing the new Plastifab California warehouse!
The Plastifab team is growing! This summer we opened a new warehouse in sunny California (just east of Los Angeles). Read more
Creating strong visual identities with polycarbonate: The Umbra Case Study
In today’s world of metropolitan concrete jungles, businesses need to find a way to break the mold and stand out in a Read more
Breaking the mold: Empowering women in the plastics industry
Are you a member of the Plastics News Women Breaking the Mold Network (WBM)? They are an empowering community dedicated Read more
40 Years of Plastics: Who is Plastifab?
A big part of the buying process is trust. We need to build trust with our clients before they from us. Here are a few Read more
Raising funds for the IAPD Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament July 12
We’re excited to be sending 3 Plastifab team members to the 2018 IAPD Canadian Charitable Golf Tournament this week! Read more
3 Steps to make the best plastics design for your needs
When seeking quotes for your plastics manufacturing project, you need to provide specs. Here are a few tips for Read more
Join us at the IAPD Women in Plastics Educational Workshop June 14
We’re excited for a day of learning and connecting with other Women in Plastics at the IAPD Women in Plastics Read more
Notice of material price increases at Plastifab
In 1975, Plastifab was founded in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and in the years since, we’ve had the immense honour to Read more
We’ll see you at LIGHTFAIR 2018
Next week we are sponsoring and attending the LIGHTFAIR International (LFI) 2018, the world’s largest annual Read more
Product Profile: Delrin®
Delerin is a brand name for Polyoxymethylene (POM), a crystalline plastic that bridges the gap between metals and Read more
Case study: Luminotherapie
One of our favourite parts of doing business is helping people turn their dreams into reality. This fun interactive art Read more
Transportation profiles: Kydex® 2200
When you need to satisfy flame, smoke, and toxicity requirements for your next mass transit interior application, Read more
Application profile: Light Lenses
Light lenses are similar to lighting panels, wherein they protect the light fixture and distribute light evenly. Read more
Lighting Case Studies- Light Fixture Manufacturers
Plastics are widely used on lighting applications, including light fixtures, it’s becoming more common to see Read more
Product profile: Polyopropylene rod & Tube
Polyopropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic made by the polymerization of propylene gas, given off as a by-product of Read more
Transportation profiles – Lighting in transportation
The Earth’s population growing. With over 7 billion people, we need quick, safe, and economical ways to move people Read more
Lighting applications – Light Fixture Manufacturers
With so many switching to energy efficient, lower heat emitting LED bulbs, manufacturers need to adapt their lighting Read more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Happy Holidays!
The December holiday season means something different for everyone. For some it’s a time to gather with friends and Read more
KydexⓇ 2200 Profile Extrusion Compounds
Mass transit interiors often need profile extrusions to cover seams, joints, and exposed edges. Profile extrusion parts Read more