FORMING AND FABRICATING POLYCARBONATE SHEET

Forming and fabrication information for Tuffak polycarbonate sheet has been compiled in a 20-page, 2-color brochure from Elf Atochem North America, Inc. The polycarbonate sheet finds use in glazing, signs, point-of-purchase displays, and architectural/ construction markets.

The brochure covers forming, fabrication, joining, and health and safety considerations. Sheet can be thermoformed, cold formed and brake formed to shape in one-piece configurations. Fabrication techniques include machining, finishing, and decorating. Information ranges from the use of circular, band, and jig saws to techniques for sanding and polishing, flame polishing, and automatic edge-finishing equipment. The decorating section discusses surface preparation, paint systems, and screen printing. In addition, tips on how to join separate sheets through solvent cementing, adhesive bonding and mechanical fastening are included.

For more information, contact your Tuffak polycarbonate sheet distributor or Elf Atochem North America, Inc., 2000 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19103-3222, Web: www.elf-atochem.com.