About Acrylic

Acrylic, often known by its brand names Perspex and Plexiglas, can be supplied in many colours and finishes. Clear acrylics are by far the most popular, however, also available is a full range of colours and tints in solid and semi opaque. Also available are anti reflective finishes, frosted and pigmented fluorescent. Acrylics can also be sold with a silicate green edge to give a plate glass effect.
 

Acrylic can be ordered in several grades including: Extruded - the most cost effective solution. Cast - The best mechanical properties for machining and optical clarity. Impact modified - For increased strength.

Acrylic can be ordered in a wide range of thicknesses from 2mm up to 30mm. 

The main advantages include:

Half the weight of glass

Impact resistant

Unaffected by sun or salt spray

Temperature range of -30 to 160° F for continuous service

Good outdoor weathering

Clear sheet optical clarity better than that of glass

Easy and cost effective fabrication

Fully recyclable

Excellent surface hardness and durability

Superb chemical resistance - better than most plastics

Food gradable

Easy to clean and maintain
 

Other materials that Luminati Waycon will use for fabrication include:

Polycarbonate - 200 times stronger than glass, used for machine guards, safety enclosures and IP65 rated fire proof components

PVC - Flexible material and very cost effective, used for ticketing and card channels

PETG - Good for machine guarding and fabrications requiring strength characteristics

ABS - Cost effective

HIPS - Cost effective and low weight