Ballistic system from Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. relies on GlasArmor™ Panels Army Corps of Engineers and Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. Our combined expertise was key,” said Jerry Edwards, treasurer and co-owner of Edwards Design & Fabrication, Inc.

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and liquid silicone rubber (LSR) are now the materials of choice by product designers across countless industries and applications. To help, this article provides a high-level overview of the differences in three essential categories: design, production, and performance.  Design

In designing the housing for the BiowavePRO, Biowave had several objectives. An important goal was brand distinction, including a sleek, simple design and signature color. This approach maintained the streamlined design while controlling costs.

In designing the housing for the BiowavePRO, Biowave had several objectives. An important goal was brand distinction, including a sleek, simple design and signature color. This approach maintained the streamlined design while controlling costs.

Inherent benefits of LFT-based materials include high strength and stiffness, design freedom, fatigue endurance, corrosion and wear resistance, EMI shielding, and recyclability.  Through its Complēt® product lines and design capabilities, the company serves global customers in a wide-range of demanding applications, including medical devices, robots and drones, marine, and outdoor high performance equipment.  PlastiComp's 50 employees and its design and production facility in

These advanced technologies, including soft-touch materials as well as colorants and special effects, enable customers to design new features that boost consumer appeal and reduce manufacturing complexity. Recently, PolyOne introduced Geon™ VBX vinyl powder formulations based on innovative technologies that offer maximum design freedom and efficient production of soft-touch surfaces. Additional featured solutions that provide design freedom and manufacturing improvements include:

Enhanced product design flexibility The ability to modify and adjust the tactile feel of the material enables designers to dial in the force required to open / close dispensing valves consistently through the life of the product. This first-of-its-kind innovation allows designers to add the tactile feel and aesthetics of TPEs to HDPE containers and packaging while keeping costs down and supporting environmental goals.

Processing & Design Guides Edwards Design & Fabrication Inc. Ballistic system from Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. relies on GlasArmor™ Panels

Citing its innovative design, performance and reliability, Guns & Ammo magazine recently named the PolyCase cartridge “Ammo of the Year.” Now marketed under the Ruger® ARX® line of ammunition, the projectiles feature a patentpending flute design molded from Gravi-Tech™ High Density Composite material. Made in the USA, using over ninety years of advanced design, materials and manufacturing experience, our twenty-first century products are designed to provide the performance and consistency expected by our customers.

Design & Manufacturing: Close the Gap Sync design with manufacturability: Learn how Avient Design Labs can help with your next project Learn how to design with TPEs and the advantages of using this eco-friendly material.