PolySource: Always happy to lend a hand when plastics problems arise! #PolySource #THEFIXERS #plastics #plasticsindustry #problemsolvers #technical #distributors #industry #solution #innovation #hardwork Ryan Erickson
PolySource
Plastics Manufacturing
Overland Park, Kansas 2,062 followers
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About us
With a reputation for problem-solving, PolySource is a top choice for resin distribution. PolySource is a trusted name in the plastics industry, providing dynamic material solutions to help customers secure the best resin for market-specific applications. The brilliance lies with “The Fixers,” which showcases a deep knowledge of polymer material and a passion for helping others; that is what makes PolySource the valued partner customers want. To learn more about PolySource, visit us at www.polysource.net.
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http://www.PolySource.net
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- Industry
- Plastics Manufacturing
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Overland Park, Kansas
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1993
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11020 Oakmont Street
Suite A
Overland Park, Kansas 66210, US
Employees at PolySource
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PolySource reposted this
"What's a slip agent and what does it do?" That's not a question I hear every day!.. Here's some quick nuggets for considering in friction or wear components: -Slip agents are usually a version of a long chain amides. Their different loading quantities and chemistries depend on the base polymer and loading quantities -There are two main types of slip agents: Migratory and also non-migratory. 1. Migratory slip agents have the additive attempt to end up on the surface of the part and add lubrication to the show surface. Migration can take over a week after molding to create a surface layer [see graphic below] 2. Non-migratory (for wear applications especially) are much higher molecular weight and These additives can have some positive impacts on your final parts including Lower coefficient of friction, better wear performance, and higher gloss surface appearance! Let the #Fixers know if you'd like to explore slip, lubrication, and any challenges that you're working on PolySource #plastics #injectionmolding #friction #wear #materialscience
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PolySource reposted this
"Is this material very tough? How does it compare to Nylon?" Did you know "Toughness" is actually a technical term of a material property? Tensile testing as one of the main ways to quantify a material's mechanical performance... Modulus, Tensile Strength, and Elongation at break are very common numbers to extract and compare. In order to determine a material's toughness, the area under the curve shown in read is calculated (throwback to integrations in calculus class!). This is determining the total amount of ENERGY that the material can absorb before fracture. As always, these numbers are not always directly comparable based on specimen prep, strain rate (plastics are Non-Newtonian!), fiber orientation, moisture conditioning, and many other factors beneath the surface of datasheet properties. Once all of that is controlled you can directly compare material toughness apples to apples and find out which is best for your application! Reach out to the PolySource team if you'd like us to help fix your tough problems! #plastics #materialscience #injectionmolding #toughness
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In today’s issue of Cliff’s Chronicles: Mold Temperature Matters! Read More: https://lnkd.in/gRkCKG5e #PolySource #TheFixers #PlasticsIndustry #InjectionMolding #EngineerinGresins #Manufacturing #PlasticsIndustry #Prototype #MoldTemperature #CycleTime #MaterialAnalysis #Thermocouple #ProductDevelopment Cliff Watkins
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Happy Fourth of July from PolySource! #HappyFourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #Celebration #TheFixers #USA #PolySource
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PolySource paid a visit to a client's injection molding division. We spotted some cosmetic defects in parts made from Long Glass Fiber (LGF) Polypropylene. So, we put on our FIXER hats, ran some tests, and provided a diagnosis. Not only did our prescription treat the problem, but it also saved our client a pretty penny. Just another day in the life as a FIXER! Read the whole story here: https://lnkd.in/guUcZe8D #PolySource #TheFixers #PlasticsIndustry #FIXERSRx #problemsolvers #manufacturing #injectionmolding #productdesign #materialanalysis #engineering #qualitycontrol #costsavings #resindistribution #fixers
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Next up on our "Where in the World?" series, Indiana! Chad Miller, PolySource Technical Sales Account Manager, was in the driver's seat as he headed to The Indy 500 race. Chad took a few minutes to talk pellets in the pit. Highlights included great networking and up close experience with the cars. He got to see firsthand how strong plastic and carbon fiber can be while still remaining lightweight. #PolySource #TheFixers #PlasticsIndustry #networking #plastics #indy500 #Indianapolis #Indiana
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How can you tell if a plastics salesman is dad material? Ask to see his DAD-a sheet! #polysource #thefixers #plasticsindustry #bestplacestowork #fathersday #happyfathersday #dad #father
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PolySource reposted this
An other happy customer. 4 weeks from time to place the order to delivery first sample prototype. One of the benefits to work with MT-molding is that we build tooling in house. Full control of the supply chain. BOOM made in the USA.
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As we head into the summer vacay months, PolySource wants to share where the Fixers' travels have taken them in our new "Where in the World?" series. First stop, Louisiana! PolySource's very own Jeremy Bland and Grant John attended the Bennett's Story Car Show fundraiser, where PolySource was a top tier sponsor. As Grant put it, "This is much more than selling pellets and solving plastic problems. These are lifelong friendships." To learn more about Bennett’s story visit https://lnkd.in/giNbTDhK. #PolySource #TheFixers #WhereInTheWorld #PlasticsIndustry #BestPlacesToWork #MakingADifference #Community #GivingBack
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