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Engineered Polymer Formulations
for Firearm Components
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This includes using our comprehensive
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components to help give you a competitive edge.
PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Colors, Special Effects, Color Stability
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants,
Pre-Colored Materials
POSSIBILITIES: Grips, Stocks, Frames,
Magazine Bases
DYNAMIC COMFORT
Shock Absorption, Vibration Damping
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers
POSSIBILITIES: Recoil Pads, Straps
TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft Touch, Wet Grip
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic
Elastomers
POSSIBILITIES: Grips,
Slides, Triggers
PERFORMANCE & FUNCTION
Custom Weight, Toughness,
Reduced Machining, Metal Replacement,
Thermal Management and Stability,
Wear Resistance
SOLUTION: Structural Reinforced
Formulations, Super Tough Formulations,
Composite Heat Release Technology,
High-Density Modified Formulations,
Internally Lubricated Formulations
POSSIBILITIES: Stocks,
Frames, Barrels
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