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An Ocean of Opportunities

An Ocean of Opportunities
Seawater is brutal on equipment. The salt, the pressure and the regular use all add up to a harsh environment that wears metal and other ROV components down quickly leading to downtime and failure. ROVs are expensive pieces of equipment and every minute of downtime means costs and lost revenue. Metal parts can't stand up…
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Types of Nylon

Types of Nylon
The most common type of Nylon are Cast Nylon (Type 6) and Extruded Nylon (Type 6,6). The largest applications for Nylon are bearings, cams, valve seats, gears and other bearing and wear applications that require quiet operation, wear resistance and low coefficients of friction. Nylon is typically not preferred for wet applications as it absorbs…
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Join Nylatech at the IAPD Annual Convention!

Join Nylatech at the IAPD Annual Convention!
Mark Your Calendars! There’s always that one event every year that stands out and becomes the talk of the industry. For professionals within the performance plastics industry, it's the IAPD Annual Convention! This year, it promises to be bigger, better, and more informative than ever. Why the IAPD Annual Convention is a Must-Attend: The IAPD…
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Committed to Our Community

Committed to Our Community
The Miracle Food Network (MFN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing food waste and fighting hunger. The team at Nylatech is proud to support the network to help alleviate hunger and improve living conditions for hundreds of households across Whatcom County. Nylatech and the Miracle Food Network is a shining example of what is…
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Cast Nylon Delivers in Energy and Alternative Energy Applications

Cast Nylon Delivers in Energy and Alternative Energy Applications
To some, alternative energy refers to energy sources that do not rely on fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas. This can include bio diesel, nuclear power and hydroelectric dams. To others, alternative energy is known for sources of power that do not deplete our natural resources or harm the environment. Such sources…
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Black Acetal is on Sale

Black Acetal is on Sale
Get ready to seize an unbeatable opportunity as we slash 25% off our premium quality Black Acetal Sheets! Sizes on Sale: 1.75" thick, 4'x10' 2.25" thick, 4'x8' 2.5" thick in both 4'x10' and 4'x8' 3" thick, 4'x8' 4" thick, 4'x4' Acetal stands as a reliable choice across many industries, from automotive and consumer electronics, to…
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Agriculture’s Need for Nylon

Agriculture’s Need for Nylon
Despite the images the term agriculture conjures up for others, those in and related to the industry know it is far more fast-paced and involves a great deal more mechanical aspects than the commonly idealized scene of a cow lazily standing in a field. Farmers and growers work hard and need their equipment to stand…
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Why Blue is Better in the Heat

Why Blue is Better in the Heat
Industrial dryers have one thing in common with fast moving manufacturing lines, overs and kilns. Heat. Lots of it. And when heat meets regular wear and tear, problems are the result. That's why we created Nylatech BLUE. This heat-stabilized grade of cast nylon was developed to take the heat of bushings, rollers, wear pads and…
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Nylon Cleans up Wastewater

Nylon Cleans up Wastewater
Few things have the chemical toxic load of wastewater. It isn't just the areas the waste is "supposed" to go that are affected by the chemical interactions - it's also all those places where the waste seeps, creeps and splashes. It's mandatory to ensure all aspects of a facility can handle heavy duty flow as…
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Why Use a Nylon Bearing?

Why Use a Nylon Bearing?
Nylatech Nylon Bearings are lighter than steel and have excellent wear resistance with a high load capacity. Switching to a nylon bearing doesn't have to be a trial. We have experience with a variety of applications that take the guess-work out of replacing traditional materials with Nylatech Nylon. Click here to download this short presentation…
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