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Here’s Why PEEK Is Kicking Metal to the Curb in Performance Engineering Applications In the thermoplastic industry, there are a few materials that reign supreme. Among these, PEEK (polyetheretherketone) is king. This polymer has several advantages over traditional metal fabrication.   In this PEEK guide, we’re exploring why high-performance thermoplastic PEEK is kicking metal to the curb. PEEK has the strength and durability of metal, but at a fraction of... Read More

Not just a standard…THE standard   AS9100 is a company level certification based on the ISO 9001 quality standard requirements, but with additional requirements based on the needs of the aerospace industry. These satisfy both ISO 9001 quality standards and DOD, NASA and FAA requirements. Companies in the business of manufacturing parts and components for both federal and civil enterprises in the aerospace sector are required to provide the highest... Read More

What Is an AS9100 Certification?   Developed by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), the AS9100 is an international quality management certification. Material suppliers that wish to serve the Aviation, Space and Defense (AS&D) industry must attain this certification to prove the high level of competence required by the industry. AS9100 applies to both military and civil businesses.   The standard is accepted worldwide, with different parts of the world... Read More

Few industries require precision and reliability as much as the medical industry. When lives are literally on the line, you can't risk the chance of arming medical professionals with equipment that's anything less than perfect.   There's also the burden of choice to deal with. The medical device industry has seen plastics soaring in use due to their numerous benefits, but it’s those same qualities that can make them so... Read More

Keeping it clean with precision polypropylene medical devices   Polypropylene (PP) is a versatile, low-cost thermoplastic often used for medical devices where sustainability and multiple steam-sterilizations are necessary. Along with its resistance to moisture and steam, polypropylene offers durability and strength, even after several uses. These qualities are what make it an excellent lifesaving material in medical settings.   For the last 38 years, AIP has been machining precision plastics... Read More