PET (polyethylene terephthalate) is a familiar material used for bottles, foil and sheeting. PET has scarcely been used for profile extrusion due to the challenges this poses. We want to change this by developing a process to enable the use of PET in profiles.

Properties:

  • Self-extinguishing
  • Suitable for foodstuffs
  • Can be sterilised

High impact resistance

Transparent

UV-resistant

Compare the characteristics of PET with the other raw materials in this overview.