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polypropylene (pŏl'ēprō`pəlēn), plastic plastic, any organic material with the ability to flow into a desired shape when heat and pressure are applied to it and to retain the shape when they are withdrawn. ..... Click the link for more information. noted for its light weight, being less dense than water; it is a polymer polymer (pŏl`əmər) ..... Click the link for more information. of propylene. It resists moisture, oils, and solvents. Since its melting point is 121°C; (250°F;), it is used in the manufacture of objects that are sterilized in the course of their use. Polypropylene is also used to make textiles, ropes that float, packaging material, and luggage. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Innovia Films is a major producer of specialty Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) and Cellulose Films holding a leading global position in the markets for labels, high performance coated packaging, tobacco overwrap and biodegradable and compostable films. plans to select a location by the end of 2002 for a new Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene film production line. QPF manufactures and sells biaxially oriented polypropylene films and has offices and a production facility in Streamwood, Ill. |
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