these are materials that can be heated and shaped repeatedly, and are able to be recycled.
Acrylic is hard with good plasticity when heated, so it can be bent and folded easily. Acrylic resists weather well, but it is easy to scratch and can be brittle.
uses of acrylic
It is popular for car headlights, protective visors and baths.
Polypropylene (PP) is a lightweight polymer that is strong and tough, with good heat and chemical resistance.
uses of polypropylene
It is used to make computer game cases, patio chairs, children’s toys and food wrapping film
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a low-cost polymer. It can be flexible or rigid, glossy or matt, and has good strength, chemical and weather resistance.
uses of polyvinyl chloride
It is used to make window and door frames, guttering and building cladding
High density polythene (HDPE) is a stiff and lightweight polymer that provides excellent chemical resistance. It has good plasticity when heated.
uses of high density polythene (HDPE)
buckets, bottles, pipes and washingupbowls.
Polystyrene (PS) is an inexpensive sheet or foamed polymer. It is available in a range of opaque colours as well as transparent.
