Polypropylene (PP)
Polypropylene (PP) from El Sharq for Metals and Industrial Supplies is a lightweight thermoplastic polymer known for its unique mechanical and physical properties combination, making it a preferred material in various industrial and commercial applications. Also referred to as “Ertalon”, it offers excellent resistance to chemicals and corrosion, making it ideal for use in harsh environments.
One of the most prominent characteristics of Polypropylene (PP) is its relative durability while maintaining a lightweight profile, offering an ideal balance between strength and flexibility. It also has high resistance to moisture and chemicals, making it an ideal choice for manufacturing tanks, pipes, and equipment components used in the chemical and food industries. In addition, flexible Polypropylene (PP) sheets are used in various applications that require lightweight and easy formability.
Moreover, Polypropylene (PP) has good heat resistance without losing its properties, setting it apart from many other polymers. It is also easy to mold and manufacture, making it a perfect material for a wide range of industries such as packaging, medical applications, automotive, and mechanical tools.
On another note, El Sharq Company also offers Artilon plastic rods, known for their high mechanical strength and excellent resistance to wear, making them suitable for precise industrial applications and harsh operating environments.
Polypropylene (PP) Properties:
- Thermal Stability: Maintains stability at high temperatures up to 70°C.
- Ease of Processing: Lightweight and easy to process, ideal for automatic manufacturing.
- Chemical Resistance: Resistant to a wide range of chemicals.
- Friction Resistance: Provides adequate wear resistance in tough applications.
- Electrical Insulation: Functions as an excellent electrical insulator.
Low Water Absorption: Exhibits minimal water absorption, enhancing stability in humid environments.
Uses:
- Chemical Industries – Polypropylene (PP) from El Sharq Company Used in manufacturing tanks, chemical basins, and acid- and alkali-resistant pipes due to its excellent chemical and corrosion resistance.
- Water Treatment and Wastewater Management – Used in constructing water treatment systems and wastewater basins, as it withstands wet environments without corroding.
- Food Industry – Used in food processing facilities due to its antibacterial properties and easy-to-clean surfaces, making it ideal for hygienic applications.
- Mechanical and Engineering Applications – Used for manufacturing gears, bearings, and mechanical parts that require resistance to friction and wear while maintaining durability.
- Industrial Packaging and Storage – Used in the production of molds and lightweight yet strong packaging sheets to protect products during transportation and storage.
Electrical and Electronic Industries – Polypropylene (PP) from El Sharq Company is also used in manufacturing electrical insulators and protective sheets for electrical equipment due to its excellent insulating properties.
