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High-performance polymer compounds engineered for superior processing and exceptional product quality across diverse applications.

Polypropylene Rotomoulding Compounds

Speciality Rotomould

PSD Rotoworx polypropylene compounds for superior chemical resistance and processing performance

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MaterialPolypropylene (PP)
ColoursNatural, Black, Grey
SupplierPSD Rotoworx
  • Excellent chemical resistance to acids, bases, and solvents
  • Superior impact strength at low temperatures
  • Outstanding environmental stress crack resistance
  • Good thermal stability and heat resistance
  • Enhanced flow characteristics for rotomoulding
  • Excellent weatherability and UV resistance
  • Optimised particle size distribution
  • Excellent powder flow properties
  • Fast sintering and coalescence
  • Consistent wall thickness distribution
  • Reduced cycle times
  • Enhanced surface finish quality

Applications

  • Chemical storage tanks and containers
  • Industrial processing equipment
  • Automotive fuel and fluid tanks
  • Marine applications and boat hulls
  • Agricultural equipment and tanks
  • Technical moulded components

Tank-Grade Stone Effect Colours

Speciality Rotomould

hexene (C6) copolymer resin with Sanitized® anti-microbial technology, AS4020 & AS2070 compliant

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Base Resinhexene (C6) copolymer
ColoursGalaxy, Nebula, Star Dust, Satin Haze
ComplianceAS4020 & AS2070
  • Excellent UV stability for Australian conditions
  • Sanitized® anti-microbial protection
  • Outstanding chemical resistance
  • Superior impact strength and flexibility
  • Food grade - AS4020 potable water approved
  • Consistent stone effect appearance

Applications

  • Potable water storage tanks
  • Rainwater harvesting systems
  • Commercial water storage
  • Industrial liquid storage
  • Agricultural water systems
  • Municipal water infrastructure

Polyketone (PK) Compounds

Polyketone

High-performance copolymer with exceptional chemical resistance and barrier properties

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Melting Point220°C
Processing Temp180-240°C
Service Temp-40°C to 120°C
  • Excellent chemical resistance to acids, bases, and lubricants
  • Superior barrier properties against oxygen, hydrogen, and fuels
  • High impact strength and elasticity
  • Low moisture absorption (<0.5%)
  • High elongation at break (>200%)
  • Outstanding wear resistance

Applications

  • Automotive technical components
  • Rotomoulding applications
  • Chemical processing equipment
  • Oil and gas industry components
  • Food packaging applications
  • Fuel system components

Acetal (POM) Compounds

Acetal (POM)

Engineering thermoplastic for precision parts requiring high stiffness and low friction

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Density1.41-1.42 g/cm³
Tensile Strength~60 MPa
Service Temp-40°C to 120°C
  • High strength, hardness, and rigidity
  • Excellent dimensional stability
  • Low friction and wear resistance
  • Chemical resistance to solvents and fuels
  • High impact strength (up to 5 kJ/m²)
  • Good sliding characteristics

Applications

  • Fuel system components (caps, sender units)
  • Interior parts (stalks, switches)
  • Door lock systems
  • Power window components
  • Fuel pumps and rails
  • High-temperature engine components

ABS Compounds

ABS

Versatile thermoplastic combining strength, impact resistance, and excellent processability

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CompositionABS Copolymer
Processing Temp190-270°C
Shrinkage~0.8%
  • Exceptional impact resistance
  • High strength and rigidity
  • Excellent dimensional stability
  • Superior flow properties for moulding
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Lightweight alternative to metals

Applications

  • Dashboard components
  • Interior trim and panels
  • Door liners and handles
  • Instrument panels
  • Seat belt components
  • Exterior bumpers and trim

LLDPE Resin

LLDPE Resin

Linear Low-Density Polyethylene optimised for rotomoulding applications

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Density0.94 g/cm³
Particle Size3.5 - 50 mfi
  • High flexibility and impact resistance
  • Excellent environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR)
  • Superior toughness and durability
  • Chemical resistance to acids, bases, solvents
  • UV stabilised grades available
  • Linear molecular structure for strength

Applications

  • Water tanks (urban and agricultural)
  • Fuel and chemical tanks
  • Marine floats and buoys
  • Traffic barriers and safety equipment
  • Recreational boats and canoes
  • Technical and industrial components

Rotomould Compounds

Speciality Rotomould

Specialised compounds optimised for rotomoulding applications with superior flow and sintering properties

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Particle Size150-600 μm
Bulk Density0.35-0.45 g/cm³
Processing Temp180-220°C
  • Optimised particle size distribution for rotomoulding
  • Excellent flow characteristics and sintering
  • Superior impact resistance and toughness
  • Consistent wall thickness distribution
  • Enhanced with UV stabilisers and antioxidants
  • Low moisture absorption for stable processing

Applications

  • Large storage tanks and containers
  • Automotive fuel tanks and components
  • Agricultural equipment and tanks
  • Marine and recreational products
  • Industrial chemical storage vessels
  • Custom moulded components

Pipe Compounds

Pipe Compounds

Stripe and jacket compounds for pipe applications with AS/NZS4130 compliance and POP004 listing

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Base ResinPolyethylene
ComplianceAS/NZS4130
ListingPIPA POP004
  • Wide range of compounds comply with all requirements for stripe and jacket specified in AS/NZS4130
  • Verified as compliant by PIPA and included in their POP004 approved compounds list
  • Contact Apollo Plastics for details on compliant and POP004 listed colours
  • Apollo Plastics' stripe and jacket compounds contain HALS light stabilisers as per AS/NZS 4130 requirement
  • Ensures UV protection during transport and storage above ground
  • Highly UV stabilised white jacket compound available for long term aboveground applications
  • Contact Apollo Plastics for more information
  • Standard colour range built around AS/NZS4130 requirements for stripe and jacket on pipes used in Australia
  • Compounds for use in stripe/jacket in New Zealand available
  • Custom colours available - contact Apollo Plastics to discuss requirements

PSD Rotoworx Polypropylene Compounds

Apollo Plastics is the Australian distributor for PSD Rotoworx, supplying premium polypropylene compounds engineered for superior chemical resistance and processing performance in rotomoulding applications.

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