Polypropylene is the most widely produced type of plastic and one of the most widely used types of plastic. Polypropylene material is a material commonly used by the public for various needs. Polypropylene is formed through a polymerization process discovered by Robert Banks and Paul Hogan who are two scientists. Polypropylene materials only need to take about 6 years to be produced globally.
The surface of the polypropylene plastic material is smooth and durable. When comparing the two types of plastic, Polypropylene and PE plastic, it can be said that the Polypropylene material is much better able to withstand it in terms of material. Then in terms of high temperature strength, Polypropylene material is still better than PE plastic.
Apart from its strength to withstand high temperatures which is quite capable, polypropylene material can be your solution for choosing furniture that is strong and can last a long time. The reason is that the Polypropylene plastic material has a lower permeability to water than the PE plastic type.
Characteristics of Polypropylene (PP) Plastic
Almost the same as polyethylene plastic, polypropylene plastic is also thermoplastic so it still melts when heated and returns to hardness when the temperature returns to normal. Under these conditions, making polypropylene easy to recycle. Other characteristics include polypropylene, which has quite high elasticity and strength, is able to maintain static shape and is resistant to electric current.
Polypropylene (PP) Manufacturing Process
In the process of making Polypropylene, there is one important process, namely the polymerization catalyst. From hydrocarbon fuels it is distilled which is then broken down which will become fractions prior to the polymerization and polycondensation processes.
If you want to make a more specific plastic product, PP polymer which is in liquid form is then molded according to the mold. When the temperature starts to drop, the PP polymer will harden and follow the mold pattern. Finally separate the mold and ready to use.
