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Old 03-17-2010   #1
Rossywin Rossywin is offline
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Default Benefits of Plastic Product??

Hello Friends,
Plastic has benefited our society in a number of ways. In fact, plastic has helped aeronautics technology take giant steps forward over the past 50 years, including advancements in satellites, shuttles, aircraft, and missiles. As a result, civilian air travel has improved, as well as military air power and space exploration. In addition, the building and construction, electronics, packaging, and transportation industries have all benefited greatly from plastic.
Plastic products play a major role in saving and conserving energy and power safety.
1.22% of an Airbus A380 double-Decker aircraft is built with lightweight carbon fiber reinforced plastics, saving fuel and lowering operating costs by 15%.
2.105kg of plastics, rather than traditional materials in a car weighing 1,000kg, makes possible a fuel saving of 750 liters over a lifespan of 90,000 miles. This reduces oil consumption by 12 million tonnes and consequently CO2 emissions by 30 million tonnes in the European Union.
3.BMW in its 6 series Coupe uses a rear boot lid made of composites and thermoplastic front wings. This has saved 100 kilos in weight.
4.Without plastics, packaging weight could increase by as much as 400%, production and energy costs could double and material wastage increase by 150%
5.Renewable energies rely on plastics (pipes, solar panels, wind turbines, rotors)
6.PVC-U double glazed windows and doors are essential for an energy efficient home. They have a minimum 35 years life and are easily maintained. The BRE’s Green Guide has given PVC-U windows an A rating.
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Old 03-23-2010   #2
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Plastic is the general common term for a wide range of synthetic or semisynthetic organic amorphous solid materials suitable for the manufacture of industrial products. Plastics are typically polymers of high molecular weight, and may contain other substances to improve performance and/or reduce..

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Old 04-09-2010   #3
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Plastics were first introduced to the world of aerospace during World War II, mostly because other materials were limited. During the war, plastic slowly started to be used as a substitute for rubber in items such as fliers' boots and fuel-tank linings. Eventually, it became the preferred material for these applications. Plastic was then used with airborne radar systems and viewed as a significant advancement in this technology because it allowed waves to pass through with minimal loss.

The fact that plastic was able to withstand heat also lead to its being recognized as an important material in aerospace technology. Today, plastics are used in the solid fuel boosters form rockets and in the ablative shields for reentry of space shuttles.

Plastic materials are also used in the making of helicopters because they are rigid and durable, yet flexible enough to withstand the vibrations made by helicopters. The fact that plastic is both lightweight and strong also has its advantages in the field of aerospace because the weight of the aircraft can be reduced by using plastic. This results in improved aerodynamics, which leads to improved fuel efficiency and performance. In fact, reducing the weight of a jetliner by just one pound saves $1,000 in fuel during the liner's lifetime.
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Old 04-09-2010   #4
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Wow, I think, business in terms of plastic products is more beneficial than the other business. Thanks for sharing such interesting facts.
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Old 04-15-2010   #5
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Plastics contributed a lot in the evolution/improvement of manufacturing and industries; and as there are tremendous benefits esp. in cost reduction and all, there are also disadvantages and setbacks that man is continually obliged to face and take responsibility. Thanks for good post
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Old 04-15-2010   #6
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Plastic is a popular choice when making modes of transportation because it is tough, resistant to corrosion, durable, lightweight, and easy to color.
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