Low density polyethylene (otherwise, linear high-pressure polyethylene) is an indispensable material in many applications. Its uniqueness lies in its high dielectric and low absorbing properties. In addition, it is chemically neutral, highly durable and does not emit any odors. It also has a low level of vapor and gas permeability. Linear low density polyethylene is not soluble in organic solvents, it only swells slightly with long interaction.

Linear high-pressure polyethylene is made in the form of granules and has low water absorption and high plasticity. These properties of the polymer as a substance are the reasons for the following properties of objects that were made of linear high-pressure polyethylene:

Elasticity and softness;

The ability to produce perfectly smooth surfaces;
High resistance to various mechanical stress;
Resistance to frost and light exposure;
Air and moisture resistance.

It should be noted that the use of low density polyethylene does not cause any harm to people and the environment, because it cannot release any toxic waste. Due to this, this material is used both to create containers for products, and for various children’s products.

Low density polyethylene looks like a translucent material, the color of which has a slight white tint. One of the main qualities that allow the use of high-pressure polyethylene in the food industry is its environmental friendliness. Foods that are stored in such packaging are protected from any odors and do not change their taste properties. Polyethylene completely limits the flow of air to food, and this makes it possible to increase the shelf life.
From such polyethylene is made a unique stretch film. Its main feature is the ability to stretch and return the original form without changing the structure. During stretching the stretch film is able to elongate about 4 times. Due to this, a force appears that holds its layers together with each other.
In the case of rotational wrapping, this film guarantees the strongest fixation of objects on pallets, this makes it possible to greatly facilitate the transportation of manufactured products.

It can be concluded that linear low density polyethylene (high pressure polyethylene) has many unique characteristics that make this material indispensable in many industries.

Polyethylene is the most common polymer in the world. It has a stable bond of molecules, due to which it does not interact with other substances. Therefore, products made of polyethylene are used for food storage and as a container for preservation. About 33% of the world industry from all other polymers is involved in the production of this material. Granular polyethylene is a special form of this substance used for transportation, storage and as a material for further processing. It is possible to buy polyethylene granules at the resource of the company Polimers, which has been a reliable supplier of these products for two decades.

The use of granular polyethylene

The use of granular form is convenient in the manufacture of products that are composed of polyethylene. This allows with great accuracy to ensure the proportion when the initial components are asleep and to react faster under the action of temperature. The granules melt evenly, without creating problem areas with an untreated structure.

In most cases, granulated polyethylene is used for the production of packaging for food and containers for long-term storage. Applications of polyethylene can be clearly seen on the shelves of the store in the form of a material for sealing milk, a plastic bottle of carbonated beverage or vacuum packaging of cold cuts. Each person uses materials from polyethylene to transport purchased goods from the same stores, in the form of plastic bags with the logo of the trademark of the service provider.

Polyethylene is a raw material for the production of insulation of cables and wires, films for lamination of surfaces and low-pressure water pipes. Materials made of polyethylene tightly entered the life of man and in the near future are not going to give up their positions.

Polyethylene processing methods

Granular polyethylene is easily subjected to further processing, as a result of various types of exposure acquires new special properties:

extrusion processing method allows to obtain films, water pipes and an insulating coating for cables;
the method of extruded casting allows the equipment to “dress” in the body, to produce children’s toys and stationery;
extrusion blow molding will help produce tanks and other containers;
pneumatic method of formation is used to create products with complex relief.

With the increase of processing methods and the addition of other materials, it is possible to obtain new properties and characteristics of products based on polyethylene. From this area of ​​its application only increases.

Where to buy polyethylene granules?

The company “Polymers”, which is a recycler of secondary raw materials, provides services for the sale of granulated polyethylene in all regions of Ukraine. Years of experience in the market for the sale of polymers, allows us to successfully cooperate with various enterprises and fully provide them with high-quality raw materials.