As with all areas of industry and commerce, the food & baking production has benefited greatly from advances in technology in recent years…  New and more innovative equipment, better manufacturing methods, more effective production lines have all made an impact on cost-effectiveness and efficiency within the industry. In the following article, we will be looking […]

Our latest infographic focuses on how nonstick coatings are often utilised within the automotive manufacturing industry to reduce downtime and increase the efficiency of production…

Did you know that Teflon, whose scientific name is PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), is just one of the fluoropolymers that are extensively used in various industries? So, that begs the question…

It goes without saying that structural integrity is of the utmost importance when designing a bridge… Not only for connecting two landmasses, but they can also serve as distinctive landmarks for years, decades, and in many cases, centuries… So, what does it take to build a bridge that withstands decades of traffic load, the harshness […]

You’ll be well acquainted with Teflon if you’ve ever used a non-stick pan in your kitchen. But did you know that Teflon, whose scientific name is PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), is just one of the fluoropolymers that are extensively used in various industries? That’s right! From bakeware, medical devices to space equipment, fluoropolymers have found their way […]

Chemical mixing tanks are an integral part of a wide range of industries. Just to give you a few examples, industrial bakeries use them to blend raw food ingredients to perfection. Pharmaceutical manufacturers mix raw materials for medicines and cosmetics in these specialised tanks. These tanks are also used in the mining industry for mineral […]

According to recent research, the global automotive industry is projected to grow at a rate of 4.8 percent by 2025, fuelled by hybrid vehicles and automatic comfort features. However, other factors contribute to a steady growth rate for this industry, one of which is saving on operational costs. A significant way in which manufacturers can […]

The popularity of Teflon, which is the common name for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), continues to grow in the industrial manufacturing sector. It is not a surprising phenomenon considering the versatility of Teflon and new uses are still being realised… One such recent promising use of PTFE has been discovered in the making of silica beads. So, […]

Robert Gore, who, in the 1970s, made headlines with his invention of Gore-Tex, a stretchable version of Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), sadly died of cancer on September 17. He was 83 and left behind a legacy in the world of PTFE-based discoveries. Mr. Gore was best known for his research work on PTFE which has formed a […]