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Thermoset Composites

New Manufacturing: Injection Molding Leads the Way, 3D Printing Isn’t Far Behind

Injection molding and 3D printing are two headline-grabbing topics in the world of manufacturing. But beyond the...

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Renewable Energy and Composite Materials are a Perfect Match

We’ve reached a plateau for renewable energy products. But innovators believe the peak is still to come, and composite...

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5 Industries Ripe for Growth Thanks to Composite Molding

As raw materials become costlier and innovation drives new designs, composite molding is coming into vogue. Many...

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How Extensively Can Bulk Molding Compounds Be Customized?

We live in a world of custom everything, right down to the fundamental compounds used to make things all around us....

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Thermosets vs. Thermoplastics: Get to Know the Difference

If you’re planning on fabricating a plastic product, there’s a big decision to make. Does your application call for a...

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Proper Tooling Design Is Crucial for Prototyping

Rapid prototyping has become a staple in the process of producing thermoset products. Many molding companies focus on...

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Get to Know Bulk Molding Compounds

The right bulk molding compound (BMC) is at the core of every finished thermoset product. Before molding anything,...

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3D Printing and Prototyping

Advances in 3D printing have allowed its use to span across multiple industries including composites. Always striving...

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University Outreach

Mar-Bal's university outreach program allows student interns to receive firsthand experience while simultaneously...

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In-House Research and Development

Our state-of-the-art Research and Development Center is a key component in supplying employees with the best technology...

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Fire Safety On and Off Campus

UL® classified and made from thermoset material with fiberglass reinforcement, our Fire-Gard™ Waste-Safe™ Fire...

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Thermosetting Plastics Process: Start to Finish

The process of creating customized thermoset materials and parts to help solve complex problems is not an easy or quick...

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Industries That Use Composites

Composites help us solve problems, raise performance levels, and create endless opportunities for innovation. Learn...

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2018 Kitchen Trends

2018 is poised to be a year of change for all things around the home, especially the kitchen. See which trends to watch...

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Getting to Know Mar-Bal

Mar-Bal is more than a plastics manufacturing company. Learn what makes the company’s family approach to business a...

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Thermoset Composites Properties in HVAC

Thermoset composites are used in multiple industries. Learn how thermoset composites properties are used in the HVAC...

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What is Torque Strength?

Learn why it's important to know the specifications of torque strength in standoff insulators from the team at Mar-Bal,...

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Innovation at Mar-Bal

Mar-Bal leads in innovation by improving product design, manufacturing process, and administrative procedure through...

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What is a Thermoset?

A thermoset is a polymer-based material that is insoluble. They are generally stronger than thermoplastic due to their...

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[Infographic] BMC Molding Processes 101

There are 3 types of BMC molding processes: injection, transfer, and compression. Learn which BMC molding process is...

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Partnering for Success: Make it a Win/Win in Sourcing

Never discount the buyer when it comes to procurement. Sourcing can be an asset in order to save time and money for...

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Mar-Bal and EnterpriseIQ

Mar-Bal uses an ERP software, developed by IQMS, designed for advanced manufacturing and to produce a variety of...

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High Quality Tooling for Thermoset Composites

Design and construction of high-quality tooling for thermosets require a combination of experience, engineering &...

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Reasons to Use Thermoset Composites in Your Product

Learn why thermoset composites are the gold standard in terms of customization & usability in an ever-increasing...

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Fastener Choices in Thermoset: Part One Hi-Lo Screws

Hi-Low Screws go hand in hand with thermosets. There are a number of things to consider before recommending a hi-low...

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How to Design a Thermoset Composite Part [Infographic]

This is how to design a thermoset composite parts and the features and details to produce good part designs.

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Why You Should Consider Replacing Your Current Materials with Thermoset Composites

Learn 5 reasons why you should consider replacing your current materials with thermoset composites in order to keep up...

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Using Thermosets to Block Noise

Block noise by using SMC/BMC thermoset composites for your application.

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Tips for Using Thermoset Composites in the HVAC Industry

Learn why it's important to understand the positives of using thermoset composites & questions to answer when you are...

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Five Forms of Thermoset Processing

In addition to superior performance properties, thermoset plastics can be processed in various ways to achieve shapes...

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Benefits of Using Thermoset Composites

Thermoset composite parts are typically made from epoxy or polyester resins that are reinforced with glass fibers....

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Pros and Cons of Thermoset Injection Molding

Research the pros and cons of the molding process for your composites so you can determine whether it's the right...

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The Death of Thermoset Composites Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

See how the The Death of Thermoset Composites Has Been Greatly Exaggerated.

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3 Most Common Thermoset Composite Engineering Applications

These are the 3 most common thermoset composite engineering applications.

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