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Plastic Materials has been distributing quality industry-recognized composite, specialty advanced materials and supplies since 1966. We provide our customers products and solutions in order to create stronger, lighter, more resistant substitutes for traditional materials. Through higher-performing, cost-efficient substitutes we partner with our customers to improve the manufacturing, fabrication and design process.

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Supplier Spotlight:
TR Industries

TR Industries is a leading manufacture supplying the composites market with a complete line of mold releases and related surface care products. We carry a range of TR products, which includes a variety of paste waxes, liquid waxes, polishing compounds and semi-permanent release coatings for both traditional fiberglass production & high temperature advanced composite applications.

Customer Spotlight:
Old Town Fiberglass

Old Town Fiberglass has been crafting quality planters and planter liners from the same Orange County location for the past 30 years. They have supplied top of the line products for landscape architects, building owners and contractors all over Southern California. Old Town Fiberglass has a color match department that is second to none. They have also developed a unique sand texture that has become extremely popular with landscape architects. This finish offers the beauty of traditional precast concrete or stone with the handling ease of light weight fiberglass.

INEOS Composites manufactures and sells a broad range of general-purpose and high-performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. Our composite materials meet the demands of today and sustainability goals of tomorrow in many end markets including; industrial construction, buildings, infrastructure, transportation, marine and energy.

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3M VHB TAPE 4930 WHITE $204.70/RL

Fast and easy-to-use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability. Virtually invisible fastening keeps surfaces smooth Can replace mechanical fasteners (rivets, welds, screws) or liquid adhesives.

3M COVERALL 4530 XL HOODED $15.95/EA

The 3M™ Protective Coverall 4530 is designed to help protect against certain light liquid splashes. Breathable material to help reduce heat buildup and promote comfortable wear, Three panel hood design for compatibility with complementary PPE, Flame resistant treatment offering secondary protection against heat and flames,

32 Oz. Paper Cup $13.30/SL

Karat paper cups are offered in multiple prints and sizes. Double Poly lined to prevent leaking and for added resilience.

ProWorks® Black Nitrile Exam Powder Free Disposable Gloves, 5 mil $35.00/BX

Resistant to many chemicals & blood-borne pathogens. 5 mil, Reduces hand fatigue, Examination grade, Latex-Free, Single Use, Excellent when working with grease and oils.

Full Length Denim Apron w/Logo $28.99

This full length market apron features two full pockets and wrinkle-resistance fabric in a midnight blue denim. It is embroidered with our logo. Great for protecting clothing and storing shop needs.

Cabosil Fumed Silica M-5 $160.00 Each

Cabosil M-5 untreated fumed silica is an excellent filler or thickening agent for polyesters, epoxies, adhesives and more. It can easily increase viscosity of the product your are working with.

TR 102 Regular Mold Release $15.04 Each

TR 102 is one of the most popular release agent for composite molding on all FRP tooling, metal and other hard surface molds. Easy application and heat and chemical resistance. 1 pound cans.

Acetone - 5 Gallon Pail $125.00

Acetone is a powerful solvent used in the composite industry as the standard for cleaning and degreasing. It will dissolve resins from tools, brushes, and surfaces. It will also effectively remove grease and wax for surface preparation prior to bonding or repair.

Pro-Lite Value Body Filler $22.99/GL

A large improvement in quality compared to commodity filler. Easier sanding. Proprietary resin blend and adhesion promoter additive delivers excellent adhesion to all surfaces including the new aluminum alloys. Faster curing than similar products in its class builds adhesion to the surface faster allowing technician to sand sooner increasing productivity.

3M™ Accuspray™ ONE Spray Gun System with Standard PPS™ $228.93

The 3M™ Accuspray™ Spray Gun System with Standard PPS™ combines the simplicity and easy maintenance of our Accuspray™ spray guns and with the material-saving, rapid clean-up convenience of PPS™. Replaceable atomizing heads afford the performance of a new gun, on demand and at a fraction of the cost. And the PPS™ disposable cup and liner system reduces solvent needed for cleanup by as much as 70%.

SR 100 Half Mask Silicone Respirator M/L $35.99

The SR 100 half mask air purifying respirator is intended for use when maximum safety and breathing comfort are required. The heat-treated silicone material offers a safe and comfortable fit that molds to the shape of your face. Extremely low breathing resistance makes this mask optimal for low to strenuous work activates.

Air Sander High Speed Grinder $82.00

Heavy Duty High-Speed Air Sander For small jobs and hard-to-reach places, the 317 is an economical high-speed sander, ideal for light sanding, feather edging, and rust removal. Great for light and heavy sanding. The 317G comes with two backing pads, 3 and 5 in., perfect for all of your high speed sanding needs.