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17 September 2025
PVC Tubes or PP Tubes? Which performance for which application?
In many industrial sectors — from construction to food processing, as well as transport, chemicals and logistics — plastic tubes play a key functional role. Among the most commonly used materials, PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) and PP (Polypropylene) stand out as leading solutions, each offering distinct technical advantages. Mechanical strength, chemical resistance, weight, cost, thermal behaviour, ease of processing: the choice between a PVC tube and a PP tube depends directly on the application’s technical constraints.
17 September 2025
ABI Profils strengthens its international team with the arrival of Else CARDEN
At ABI Profils, our commitment to international development is a core element of our growth strategy. As part of this ambition, we are pleased to announce the arrival of Else Carden within our sales team. Her international experience will be a valuable asset in supporting ABI Profils’ expansion across Europe.
17 September 2025
PVC as a technical material: properties, advantages and industrial applications
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is one of the most widely used thermoplastic polymers in the industrial world. Its versatility, durability and mechanical performance make it a key material for manufacturing technical tubes, profiles, mandrels and protective sheaths. Available in both rigid and flexible versions, PVC meets the requirements of various sectors such as construction, automotive, signage, packaging and medical.
15 September 2025
Rigid transparent plastic tubes: selection criteria for industrial use
Rigid transparent plastic tubes are essential in many industrial sectors. They are widely used in lighting systems, signage, medical applications or for design requirements. Their transparency combined with their mechanical resistance makes them indispensable components. But how do you select the right material? Which characteristics should be prioritised to ensure performance and durability in demanding environments?
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An expert in plastic extrusion and co-extrusion, ABI Profils operates across all sectors where technical plastic profiles and tubes are used, such as automotive, construction, para-medical, lean manufacturing, sports & leisure, point-of-sale advertising (POS), packaging and packing, marking and signage, and consumer goods.
Frequently asked questions
The choice of material depends on the specific constraints of your application: temperature, pressure, chemical resistance, food-contact or UV standards. The most commonly used polymers include HDPE, PP, rigid or flexible PVC, as well as specific formulations depending on the project. At ABI Profils, we help you select the polymer best suited to your application.
Plastic co-extrusion makes it possible to combine several materials within the same tube in order to bring together different mechanical, chemical, or aesthetic properties. This technology is ideal for meeting complex technical requirements, such as achieving a structure that is both rigid and flexible.