The ResinKitTM’s extensive appendices, noted below, provide guidance on everything from melt index and cost calculation to commercial sources of resin. There’s even a simple method to test resins for contamination!
Easy To Use
The ResinKitTM uses the process of elimination to identify unknown specimens, based on just three readily observable properties; opacity vs. transparency; rigidity vs. flexibility; and surface “feel” (glassy, dull or waxy). The user simply notes the properties, then refers to the worksheet chart: it’s that easy! Results are confirmed with a safe and simple burn test, which can be done right at your desk: just a tiny sample is required to observe smoke, drip and flame properties.
In addition to east step-by-step instructions, The ResinKitTM includes sample chips, worksheet, and instruments to conduct the burn test: all you need in addition is a match or a cigarette lighter. Results can be obtained in just five minutes.
The ResinKitTM is more than just an identification tool. Every sample chip in The ResinKitTM is accompanied by technical data and applications guidance. You’ll know at a glance if a particular resin type is appropriate for a particular use.
In addition to the step-by-step resin identification system within the ResinKitTM, you also get helpful information on the following:
Guide to Recycling Plastic
The ResinKitTM can be used as a basic guide to recycling plastic materials. With the ability to identify unknown plastic specimens, and the additional information contained in ResinKitÔ, any user should be able to reuse, recycle, or sell most of his/her salvageable plastic waste.
Listing of Resin Manufacturers
The ResinKitTM also provides a handy guide to manufacturers of most major resins. The listing includes the name, address and phone numbers of companies such as:
- BASF Corporation
- E.I. DuPond DeNemours Co.
- General Electric Company