VIVAK is a transparent copolyester that offers a unique balance of physical properties and ease of fabrication. VIVAK is the ideal material for applications that require deep draws, complex die cuts and precise molded-in details without sacrificing structural integrity. It can also be easily decorated by painting, silk screening or hot stamping. VIVAK is heavily used in the POP display and store fixture industries.
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol(PETG) is a plastic resin of the polyester family that is used to make beverage, food and other liquid containers, as well as for some other thermoforming applications. PETG is a clear amorphous thermoplastic that can be injection molded or sheet extruded. It can be colored during processing.
Vivak sheets are a versatile range of high-quality co-polyester sheets with superior properties. They are equally successful in meeting the highest technical and design requirements. The Vivak brand´s consistently-high quality is based on the use of selected raw materials and the comprehensive quality management of all production processes certified to ISO 9001. Vivak sheets are made of PETG raw material. They are light, extremely resistant to breaking, and highly transparent. In addition, Vivak is resistant to weathering and, depending on the application, UV-stable. Their good fire behavior makes these co-polyester sheets a reliable solution in many fields of application. Easy forming at low temperatures saves energy and allows shorter cycle times, as well. So Vivak provides an added plus on productivity. The wide application spectrum of Vivak sheets ranges from deep-drawn parts to shop equipment up to protective linings. With Vivak a selection of co-polyester sheets is available which combines attractive appearance with convincing processing properties.
Special Advantages:
Compatible with foodstuffs odorless, Printable, Impact resistant at low temperatures, Good Clarity, More cost-effective than polycarbonate, Deep draws in Vacuum-Forming Application
Applications:
for medical applications, prostheses and special equipment, displays, shop fittings, cooling counters, protective glazings
Vivak is a transparent thermoplastic sheet that is the brand and market leader for all clear plastics in the point of purchase industry. Among its advantages, Vivak offers superior impact strength over acrylic and cost effectiveness compared to polycarbonate. Vivak offers deep draws, complex die-cuts and precise molded-in details without sacrificing structural integrity. It die-cuts and punches easily and can be bonded or fastened with adhesives, ultrasonic welding or rivets. In addition, Vivak is easily decorated by painting, silk screening, or hot stamping. Easy to fabricate, form, bond and decorate, it is well suited for a variety of point of purchase and sign applications. Also available, Vivak UV Resistant Copolyester Sheet offers enhanced weatherability in its UV designation for use outdoors. Vivak UV resists yellowing and hazing caused by exposure to UV radiation. Applications include outdoor displays and signs, advertising billboards, golf cart windshields and vending machines.
PROPERTIES
PETG can be semi-rigid to rigid, depending on its thickness, and it is very lightweight. The main virtue of PETG is that it is fully recyclable. Unlike other plastics, its polymer chains can be recovered for additional useIt makes a good gas and fair moisture barrier, as well as a good barrier to alcohol and solvents. It is strong and impact-resistant. It is naturally colorless with a high transparency.
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