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Plastics in Construction Dossier

In the construction sector, plastics satisfy numerous functional, economic and ecological requirements. Well-known examples include window profiles, utility conduits and facade elements.

Application of pre-shaped formwork panels

This dossier provides an overview of innovative applications and current trends.

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Kunststoffe international 2016/12, PAGE 52 - 55

The Envelope Is Important

New Insulation Materials and Research Projects Combine Functionality and Aesthetics

60 years after the invention of the external thermal insulation composite system, insulation on building façades remains a crucial building... more
Kunststoffe international 2009/05, PAGE 48 - 49

Flexible Polyurethane Foam: Peace and Quiet in Open-Plan Offices

A concept for effective noise absorption in offices is based on flexible polyurethane foams. It reduces noise by 20 dB (A) and more and can... more
Kunststoffe international 2009/02, PAGE 10 - 11

Direct Extrusion: Extruded Wood

At the beginning of December, some 120 international guests were able to see for themselves the advances in WPC that Reifenhäuser and its... more
Kunststoffe international 2009/02, PAGE 40 - 43

Wood Plastic Composites: From Formulation to Finished Parts

If wood polymer composites are adjusted to meet target values during their preparation, they can safely be injection molded within a wide... more
Kunststoffe international 2008/12, PAGE 8 - 13

Trend Report: Flexible Extrusion Technology

The trend towards reduced stockholding and the wish for immediate delivery of small quantities are increasing demand for flexible... more
Kunststoffe international 2008/12, PAGE 50 - 54

Innovations with Plastics: Energy-Efficient Building

Whether for insulating, sealing, repairing, renewing, helping to save energy or making numerous building operations more efficient -... more
Kunststoffe international 2008/12, PAGE 55 - 58

PVC/PBT Window Profiles: More Economic and Warmer without Metal

Two flat, monoextruded strips made from specially developed, glass-fiber-reinforced PBT are being used in a new window frame profile... more

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Kunststoffe international 2008/10, PAGE 73 - 76

Above Average Growth: Polystyrene Rigid Foam (EPS, XPS)

Thermal insulation applications in the construction industry are the motor for continued above-average growth rates for polystyrene rigid... more
Kunststoffe international 2008/09, PAGE 94

Track Construction: Noise Abatement through Use of a Foam-Filled Ballast Layer

With the aid of a foaming system for flexible polyurethane, it is possible to completely fill the voids between the ballast rock in the... more
Kunststoffe international 2008/07, PAGE 39 - 41

Substitution: Foamed Frames for Solar Panels

Instead of the usual pure aluminum, the frame of a combined photovoltaic and solar heating panel consists of a steel frame coated in foamed... more
Kunststoffe international 2008/07, PAGE 72 - 73

Xenon Test: Artificial Weather for Textile Roofs

Polymer coated synthetic fibers are enjoying increasing popularity with architects and their clients as the covering material for... more
Kunststoffe international 2007/12, PAGE 19 - 23

Tubes and Profiles (Trade Fair Report K 2007): Not off the Rack

A large variety of products combined with specific requirements for individual customers means there is a wealth of approaches and... more
Kunststoffe international 2007/06, PAGE 51 - 53

Composite Construction: Formwork Panels Made of Plastic

Conventional plywood formwork panels absorb moisture, thereby altering the flexural and surface characteristics. This can have an adverse... more

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Plastics in Construction Dossier

New Insulation Materials and Research Projects Combine Functionality and Aesthetics