2010 – 11 – Utilizing Plastics

Plastics are commonly used by both the packaging and chemical industries. Corrosion resistance makes plastics suitable for chemical storage. Plastics have begun to replace other materials in other industries as well. Products that once used metal alloys now have plastic parts. Plumbers, for example, have been transitioning to plastic pipes. Furthermore, transparent plastics can be used in place of glass storage containers.

Because elastomers can stretch without breaking, they have special uses, including tires, hoses and flexible belts.