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Tips for Cutting Acrylic Sheet

When it comes to working with acrylic, precision cutting is essential for achieving clean edges and flawless results in your projects. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a DIY enthusiast, having the right tools and techniques at your disposal can make all the difference. In this guide, we'll explore some of the best methods for cutting acrylic effectively. Circular Saws: Circular table saws and handsaws equipped with carbide-tipped blades are excellent choices for cutting acrylic. Ensure the blades have a tooth pitch of 13 mm for optimal performance. Always use sharp blades dedicated solely to acrylic cutting to maintain [...]

2024-03-26T10:42:20+10:00March 26th, 2024|

Tips for Drilling Acrylic Sheet

Drilling acrylic sheets can be tricky, but with the right tools and techniques, it can be done easily. Here are some tips to help you drill a hole in an acrylic sheet without cracking or damaging it. Tips for drilling acrylic sheet Keep the masking film on the acrylic sheet while drilling to protect it from scratches and damage. Mark the position of the hole you want to drill on the sheet with a wax pencil or a permanent marker. The distance from the edge of the sheet to the hole should be at least 1.5 times the [...]

2024-03-14T08:55:05+10:00March 21st, 2023|

Understanding the difference between HDPE and UHMWPE

HDPE (high-density polyethylene) and UHMWPE (ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene) are two types of polyethylene, a thermoplastic polymer that is widely used in many industrial and consumer applications. Both materials have their own unique properties and advantages, but they also have some drawbacks that should be considered when choosing between them. Pros of HDPE: High strength-to-density ratio: HDPE is a strong and durable material that is lightweight and easy to handle. This makes it ideal for a wide range of applications such as pipes, tanks, and containers. Chemical resistance: HDPE is resistant to many chemicals and is not affected by most acids and [...]

2023-03-25T14:11:43+10:00January 24th, 2023|

Why Visual Merchandising Matters

Why visual merchandising matters: There was once a time when the bare minimum of stocking product inventory on shelves might have been all that took to invite a customer to walk into a store, but today how a store is created speaks volumes. When almost every market is saturated with products and services that intend on curating at least one customer need, a retailer is usually left with having to manoeuvre every resource he has to make sure they hold onto their piece of the highly divided pie that is; competitive advantage. More than ever, customers today shop with [...]

2022-06-20T21:49:55+10:00August 25th, 2020|

Vivid Sydney – Guess what we’ve done!

Vivid Sydney has arrived to light up Sydney skies, adding warmth and brightness as winter starts to kick in. Running from May 27-June 18, Vivid Sydney showcases amazing light installations, music concerts, and top speakers in creative industries. This year's event is your chance to experience some of the best of creative Australia today. And KF Plastics Australia is even playing our own part in the event. KF Plastics has long been known for innovative design thinking and cutting-edge technology -- from visual merchandising to shop fittings and digital displays. We've been in the space since the 1960s and have [...]

2022-06-20T21:51:21+10:00June 1st, 2016|

Giant card for Glenn Wheeler

TV and radio personality Glenn Wheeler was involved in a horrible scooter accident earlier this year and we worked with Courtney at 2GB to produce a giant get well card. Glenn was struck by a car while riding his scooter at Woolooware, leaving him with devastating brain injuries. Glenn had been working in Radio for Sydney radio station 2GB hosting a number of different shows including the Travel Show and Breakfast on 2CH. Glenn also did a number of TV appearances on The Morning Show as an infomercial presenter. The card on show in the 2GB Sydney Studio foyer [...]

2022-01-19T21:48:28+10:00May 8th, 2015|

Acrylic runway feature at the Jil Sander Spring 2014 fashion show

Jil Sander the minimalist German fashion designer and founder of the Jil Sander fashion house has used acrylic in spectacular fashion at her Spring fashion show in Milan. The acrylic runway feature uses simple shapes set on different angles creates interesting reflections and even a hologram like illusion for those in the right vantage point.

2022-07-21T21:26:32+10:00February 6th, 2014|

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