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Industrial Plastic Supply serves 26 major industrial markets: aerospace, agriculture, alternative energy, automotive, building and construction, chemical processing, electrical, environmental, fluid handling, food and beverage, heavy equipment, life sciences, lumber, manufacturing (MRO), marine, material handling, medical, mining, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, recreation, security, signage, semiconductor, transportation, and water and wastewater treatment.
Industrial Plastic Supply provides free downloadable market guides for each of the top 26 industries it serves. Each guide identifies the recommended plastic materials, typical part applications, and key performance properties for that industry. You can also call IPS at (866) 832-9315 or download the free IAPD Material Selection Guide for a comprehensive cross-reference of materials and properties.
Common plastics for food and beverage applications include UHMW polyethylene (FDA compliant, self-lubricating, ideal for conveyor wear parts), HDPE (FDA-approved sheet for cutting surfaces and tanks), Polypropylene (chemical resistant, weldable, NSF-compliant for chemical exposure), and PET polyester (low moisture absorption, wear-resistant bearing surfaces). All food-contact grades stocked by IPS meet applicable FDA 21 CFR and NSF compliance requirements.
Medical and pharmaceutical applications typically specify Ultem PEI (FDA, USDA, USP Class VI, autoclavable), PEEK (highest continuous use temperature of standard engineering plastics, USP Class VI), Polysulfone (autoclavable, FDA-compliant, repeat sterilization), and UHMW polyethylene (USP Class VI, used in joint replacement and medical device components). These materials withstand sterilization cycles, chemical cleaning agents, and meet regulatory requirements for reusable components.
Chemical processing applications typically use PVDF/Kynar (outstanding resistance to halogens, strong acids, and oxidizers), Polypropylene (excellent resistance to sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide, and HCl; easily welded into tanks and ductwork), PTFE (resistant to virtually all chemicals; used for gaskets, seals, and valve components), and HDPE (corrosion-resistant liners, containment basins, and pipe).
Marine and outdoor applications call for UV-stabilized HDPE (Sunboard / Marine UV HDPE) for docks, piers, and structural components resistant to saltwater and 20+ years of UV exposure; UHMW polyethylene for wear parts and dock fenders; and Acrylic or UV-stabilized Polycarbonate for glazing, hatches, and windows. These materials resist moisture, salt, UV radiation, and biological growth without rusting or rotting.
Yes. IPS provides free downloadable market-specific application guides for all 26 industries it serves, a free IAPD Plastic Material Selection Guide, data sheets and SDS documents for every stocked material, and direct consultation from experienced plastic material specialists. Call (866) 832-9315 or request a quote at iplasticsupply.com for application-specific guidance.
