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MAK Sohar Showcasing TPE and Engineering Polymeric Compounds at K 2025 in Düsseldorf

You can find us here!    MAK Sohar to Showcase Thermoplastic Elastomers at K 2025 in Düsseldorf Hamburg, Germany – 17.09.2025 MAK Sohar Chemical Industries (FZC) LLC will participate in K 2025 – The World’s No. 1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber, held from 8–15 October 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany. As a growing manufacturer of Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs) and

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The Different Types of TPE

Thermoplastic elastomers come in various classes, each offering specific properties suited to different performance needs. The choice of base polymer largely determines a TPE’s behavior in terms of flexibility, strength, and resistance. TPE-S (Styrenic Block Copolymers): Easy to process, soft, and cost-effective. Common in grips, toys, and seals. TPE-O (Polyolefin Blends): Durable and weather-resistant, ideal for automotive and cable insulation.

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What Are Thermoplastic Elastomers?

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are modern polymer materials that combine the elasticity of rubber with the processing benefits of plastic. Unlike thermoset rubbers, TPEs can be repeatedly melted and reshaped, making them more sustainable and cost-effective in production. Their internal structure features alternating soft and hard phases, allowing for efficient shaping through injection molding, extrusion, and other thermoplastic techniques. Their properties,

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Arabplast 2025

MAK Sohar proudly participated in Arabplast 2025, held from January 8 to January 10 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE. As one of the region’s leading events for the plastics, petrochemicals, and rubber industries, Arabplast 2025 gathered top industry professionals, innovators, and experts from around the globe.  

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