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HIGH PERFORMENCE PLASTIC IN DUBAI

HIGH PERFORMANCE PLASTICS

High-performance plastics are integral to the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) sector, particularly in the oil and gas industry. These advanced materials are used in various applications due to their exceptional strength, chemical resistance, and durability under extreme conditions. Commonly utilized high-performance plastics include Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK), Polyamide (Nylon), Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP), and
perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) each selected for its unique properties.

In the oil and gas industry, these plastics are employed in components such as seals, gaskets, pipes, and valve seats, where they must endure high pressures, temperatures, and corrosive environments. Our company supplies a wide range of these high-performance plastics, ensuring they meet stringent industry standards for reliability and longevity. By providing these materials, we help EPC contractors enhance the safety, efficiency, and lifespan of their critical
infrastructure projects.

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Polyethylene (PE):

  •  High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) are commonly
    used for piping systems, tanks, and containment vessels due to their excellent chemical resistance, durability,
    and ability to withstand abrasive wear.

Polypropylene (PP):

  • Polypropylene is favored for applications requiring corrosion resistance, such as piping systems, storage tanks,
    and linings for chemical processing equipment. It offers good mechanical strength, thermal stability, and
    resistance to various chemicals.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC):

  • PVC is used in piping systems for transporting water, chemicals, and gases in oil and gas operations. It provides
    excellent corrosion resistance, chemical inertness, and flame retardant properties, making it suitable for both
    aboveground and underground installations.

Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF):

  • PVDF is valued for its exceptional chemical resistance and mechanical properties, making it suitable for
    demanding applications such as piping systems, valves, fittings, and pumps. It can withstand exposure to a
    wide range of aggressive chemicals and high temperatures.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET):

  • PET is utilized for manufacturing components such as bottles, containers, and films used in the packaging and
    transportation of fuels, lubricants, and other petroleum products. It offers good chemical resistance, clarity,
    and barrier properties.

Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK):

  • PEEK is a high-performance thermoplastic that finds niche applications in the oil and gas industry, particularly
    in downhole equipment, seals, bearings, and connectors. It exhibits excellent mechanical strength, chemical
    resistance, and thermal stability, even in harsh operating conditions.

Polyamide (Nylon):

  • Nylon is used for various applications in the oil and gas industry, including seals, bearings, gears, and filtration
    components. It offers good abrasion resistance, toughness, and chemical compatibility with hydrocarbons and
    other fluids encountered in oil and gas operations.

Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) and perfluoroalkoxy (PFA):

  • FEP and PFA are fluoropolymer resins similar to TEFLON (PTFE) and are used for lining pipes, tanks, and
    vessels in chemical processing plants and refineries. They provide excellent chemical resistance, non-stick
    properties, and thermal stability.
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MANUFACTURERS AND BRANDS

Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics

• TEFLON (PTFE):

  • Brand Name: Fluoro-Plastics®
  • Grade: Teflon® PTFE 7A, Teflon® PTFE 9A, Teflon® PTFE 62N, etc.

• Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF):

  • Brand Name: Solef®
  • Grade: Solef® PVDF 1000, Solef® PVDF 6008, Solef® PVDF 8000, etc.

• Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP):

  • Brand Name: Fluoro-Plastics®
  • Grade: Fluoro-Plastics® FEP, Fluoro-Plastics® FEP HP, Fluoro-Plastics® FEP 500, etc.

• Perfluoroalkoxy (PFA):

  • Brand Name: Fluoro-Plastics®
  • Grade: Fluoro-Plastics® PFA 340, Fluoro-Plastics® PFA HP, Fluoro-Plastics® PFA 350, etc.

Solvay Specialty Polymers

• Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF):

  • Brand Name: Kynar®
  • Grade: Kynar® 740, Kynar® 720, Kynar® 2850, etc.

• Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK):

  • Brand Name: KetaSpire®
  • Grade: KetaSpire® KT-820, KetaSpire® KT-880, KetaSpire® KT-825, etc.

• Nylon:

  • Brand Name: Amodel®
  •  Grade: Amodel® AS-1133, Amodel® AS-4133, Amodel® AS-1933, etc.

DuPont

• TEFLON (PTFE):

  • Brand Name: Teflon®
  • Grade: Teflon® 62 X, Teflon® 62N X, Teflon® 62 X-NS, etc.

• Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK):

  • Brand Name: VICTREXTM PEEK
  • Grade: VICTREXTM PEEK 150G, VICTREXTM PEEK 450G, VICTREXTM PEEK 450CA30, etc.

• Nylon:

  • Brand Name: Zytel®
  •  Grade: Zytel® 42A, Zytel® 70G33L, Zytel® 73G33L, etc.

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