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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Roller coasters: A thrill of a lifetime
Calvin Petersen is general manager of Nylatech Inc. For further information, contact Nylatech, Inc., 406 Lincoln Street, P.O. Box 455, Everson, WA 98247 USA; (800) 506-9566, (360) 966-2838, fax (360) 966-5319, e-mail: nylatech@nylatech.com. www.nylatech.com.
Keep Cranes Stable and Crews Safe
Outrigger pads are essential when working with heavy duty cranes or equipment on any surface. Not only do outrigger pads need to provide stability for the protection of surfaces and maintaining a level vehicle, they also need to be lightweight, portable and have an excellent crush rating to withstand the pressure of outriggers and significant…
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Marine Safety with Nylon
There is no environment harsher than the open water. With salt, wind and water all at play in varying weather patterns, outfitting boats properly is an important aspect of safety. In the past, many boat elements like rope liners and rollers have been made of rubber, but there is a more durable option - nylon.…
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Optimal Construction Components
Think plastics aren't tough? The right performance plastic material can outlast and outperform bronze, steel and aluminum in many applications. Nylon 6, also known as polyamide 6, is a synthetic thermoplastic material that has several benefits for use in construction components. Here are some of the main benefits of Cast Nylon for construction: High strength…
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Reducing maintenance and wear of mining equipment
Mining is an important industry and one not without challenges. Equipment in mining is expensive, and equipment downtime can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars each day the equipment is out of service. One way to reduce maintenance costs is to reduce the wear and tear on parts by making them in cast nylon. Cast…
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What sets Nylatech apart from the competition?
We’re proud of our reputation for both quality and reliability. We know you have many cast nylon manufacturers to choose from, but only Nylatech offers you these five benefits: Fast order fulfillment: No more waiting weeks or months for your order. Most of our manufactured orders are shipped within a week. When you order stock…
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Cast Nylon for Construction Applications
As the nation rebuilds post-COVID, we’re helping the construction industry literally rebuild. Did you know cast nylon is a popular material for many construction building supplies and applications? Keep reading to learn more about how cast nylon is used in this vital industry. Applications The typical applications for cast nylon in construction and building are…
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What’s the right Cast Nylon for my project?
We're often asked, “What is the best cast nylon for my project?” Cast nylon plastic is widely used and highly versatile. At Nylatech, we have nine standard formulations of tubular bar, rod, disk, and plate cast nylon to meet any need: Nylatech Natural: This formulation is ideal for the food processing industry because it conforms…
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National Safety Month: Increasing Safety with Cast Nylon
June is national safety month, making it the perfect time to discuss all the safety qualities and characteristics of cast nylon performance plastics. Increasing safety by minimizing part failure Cast nylon plastic has excellent abrasion and wear resistance, so they don’t wear down as quickly as traditional metal parts. This means the chance of premature…
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