What is Corrosion? When metals are exposed to oxygen and moisture, a natural process called corrosion happens. However, the damage done by corrosion can be costly and even lead to serious safety issues. “The global cost of corrosion is estimated to be $2.5 trillion, which is equivalent to 3.4% of the global Gross Domestic Product [...]
The Effects of Static During the Printing Process Did you know that a buildup of static electricity during the printing process can result in misprints and missed deadlines? Here are a few common issues caused by static build-up: Substrates & films can stick together - Static can cause sheets to cling to one another, which may [...]
Recognized for commitment to taking sustainability seriously Vycom, a market-leading manufacturer of highly innovative plastic sheet products, is proud to announce that it has received the SGIA 2020 Sustainable Business Recognition Award for its ongoing commitment to stewarding sustainable practices that support a circular economy. The awards were announced by SGIA on April 22, 2020, [...]
Our goal at Vycom is to increase the benefit of our products by creating solutions for customers while protecting our planet. It is for this reason that we are continuously working to increase awareness of our sustainability initiatives including the benefits of using recyclable PVC. Polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, is a plastic that may also [...]
Orbiting at the optimal distance from the sun to maintain life, Earth holds many benefits and wonders that we can’t ignore or take for granted. Perfectly sustained with a balanced gravitational pull from the sun and moon, covered with enough water to ensure life, with a vast array of beauty and mystery that keeps us [...]
At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas this January, technology, and electronics businesses were confident about the coming months. Although there was a cyclical dip in demand in the semiconductor manufacturing industry in 2019, analysts predict strong growth in 2020. At CES, the experts from computer and technology companies discussed the coming expansion [...]
Vycom® introduces new fire-resistant Flametec Thermax XL PVC, a high-aesthetic sheet that meets FM4910 criteria and is ideal for various applications in demanding industrial and cleanroom environments. Thermax XL PVC is a next-generation material, delivering a bright white surface with outstanding aesthetic value for a variety of exacting production environments, including semiconductor, cleanroom and labs. [...]
#MakeSheetHappen Check out Vycom making sheet happen at the 2019 Printing United show! We previewed our new Celtec DigiLite and launched our NEW PVC recycling program.
Parks and outdoor public facilities in New York City are enjoyed by millions of residents and visitors every year - it is more popular than ever to sit on a park bench, walk on the new High Line Park, the classic Coney Island Boardwalk, or to gather for a meal at one of the city’s [...]
To be truly sustainable a product must meet the requirements of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. This is important to Vycom and we proved it when unveiling our newest effort in economic and environmental sustainability. Making its debut at the Printing United Show on October 23rd in Dallas, [...]
