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  1. BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

    Black Friday

    Black Friday Deals


    Our Black Friday Sale starts today! Discover amazing savings across our range of thermoplastic sheets and reels.


    There is no better time to shop, with great deals on HIPS, ABS, PVC reels, and more. Save up to a whopping 70% off selected items plus free delivery.


    Grab these deals while you can by calling 01727 863138 and quote: Black Friday.

     

    HIPS WHITE

    • 107231 White Matt  - 1372x660x0.25mm
    • 144462 White Gloss - 1830x1220x3mm
    • 107129 White Gloss - 1372x660x4mm

    HIPS BLACK

    • 107057 Black Gloss - 1220x915x2mm
    • 107069 Black Gloss - 1600x1080x2mm
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  2. COMPARISON GUIDE: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PVC AND POLYPROPYLENE?

    PVC vs ViPrint Polypropylene

    Comparison Guide: What is the difference between PVC and Polypropylene?

    PVC, otherwise referred to as Polyvinyl Chloride and ViPrint Polypropylene are both popular sheet plastic materials that are commonly used in printing but what are the key differences?

    1. Composition:

    PVC is a rigid PVC film calendered to give a high gloss or matt finish on both

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  3. PICK A COLOUR - ANY COLOUR

    PICK A COLOUR - ANY COLOUR

    Pick a colour - any colour...


    At SWP, we understand how crucial it is to use the right colour, which is why we provide a free colour-matching service. Simply send us a sample, or give us a RAL, RGB, HEX or Pantone code.

    We will keep in touch with you throughout the process to let you know how the match is going and will send you a chip sample for approval.  Colours will be matched to the desired

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  4. COMPARISON GUIDE: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HIPS AND ABS?

    HIPS VS ABS

    Comparison Guide: What is the difference between HIPS and ABS?


    High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) and Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) are both popular thermoplastic materials and whilst they offer some similarities there are key differences in terms of composition,

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  5. WHAT IS VACUUM FORMING?

    WHAT IS VACUUM FORMING?

    What is Vacuum Forming?

    Vacuum forming is a manufacturing process used to shape plastic sheets into various three-dimensional objects. It is a form of thermoforming in which the desired shape is produced by vacuum-forming a heated plastic sheet around a mold. The process is widely used to produce a variety of products and components, ranging from packaging materials to automotive parts and custom-made items.

    The vacuum forming process typically involves the following steps:

    1. Mold Preparation: A mold is created, usually
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  6. COMPARISON GUIDE: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PETG AND PET?

    Comparison Guide

    Comparison Guide: What is the difference between PETG and PET?


    PETG and PET are two different types of plastic materials with distinct properties and applications. Here are the key differences between PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) and PET (Polyethylene

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  7. PLASTIC USE IN THE SIGNAGE AND DISPLAY INDUSTRY

    Supermarket

    Plastic use in the Signage and Display Industry


    Plastic materials play a significant role in the signage and display industry, offering a wide array of benefits that make them popular choices for various applications. From indoor displays to outdoor signage, plastics provide versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Here are some common types of plastic used in the signage and display industry:

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  8. WHAT IS FLAME RETARDANT ABS?

    Flame Retardant ABS

    What is Flame Retardant ABS?


    Flame Retardant ABS plastic sheets boast a vertical burn test classification UL94 V,0 making them the ideal plastic sheet material for fire safety-critical applications such as in airports, public buildings and garages. It is also suitable for automotive

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  9. APPLICATIONS AND KEY FEATURES OF CONDUCTIVE HIPS

    HIPS Conductive

    Applications and Key Features of Conductive HIPS


    Black matt conductive HIPS is a thermoplastic sheet that offers high impact strength, long-lasting conductivity and excellent mechanical properties.  It boasts excellent forming capabilities, making it easy to extrude, vacuum form, mould and bend into shape. 

    The

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  10. PLASTIC SHEET CUT-TO-SIZE SERVICE

    Cut to order plastic lettering

    Plastic Sheet Cut-to-Size Service


    Our state-of-the-art CNC will custom cut your plastic sheet materials to any shape, size or wording for a completely bespoke cutting service. Whether it's lettering, hearts, triangles or circles (and everything in between) we can help. Why not add a sheet of mirror HIPS behind for a truly striking feature?

    Cut-to-order plastic sheets can be used for a wide variety of

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