--- title: Blog | high-temp description: high-temp | --- [![Slideways-30-years-logo](https://info.slideways.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Slideways-30-years-logo.png?width=280&height=77&name=Slideways-30-years-logo.png "Slideways-30-years-logo")](http://www.slideways.com/) - [ABOUT](https://slideways.com/pages/about) - [FAQ](https://slideways.com/pages/faq) - [BLOG](https://info.slideways.com/blog) - [DOWNLOAD CATALOG](https://info.slideways.com/hubfs/Shopify%20Print%20Catalog%20PDFs/Slideways-2016-Full-Catalog.pdf) - [(508) 854-0799](tel:+15088540799) [![REQUEST QUOTE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4175061/7b7e01c2-9a33-4e90-a313-5f60de994c4f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4175061/7b7e01c2-9a33-4e90-a313-5f60de994c4f) - STANDARD PRODUCTS - [Guide Rails](https://slideways.com/pages/guiderails) - [Conveyor Components](https://slideways.com/pages/conveyor-components) - [Extruded Profiles](https://slideways.com/pages/extruded-profiles) - [SlideTrax](https://slideways.com/pages/slidetrax) - [Chain Guides](https://slideways.com/pages/chain-guides) - [Belt Guides](https://slideways.com/pages/belt-guides) - [Wear Tape](https://slideways.com/pages/wear-tape) - [Wear Strips](https://slideways.com/pages/wear-strips) - [Bearings](https://slideways.com/pages/bearings) - [Mounted Bearings](https://slideways.com/pages/mounted-bearings) - [Pulleys](https://slideways.com/pages/pulleys) - [Plastic Roller Chain](https://slideways.com/pages/plastic-roller-chain) - [Plastic Roller Chain Sprockets](https://slideways.com/pages/plastic-roller-chain-sprockets) - [Wastewater Components](https://slideways.com/pages/wastewater-components) - CUSTOM SOLUTIONS - [Custom Parts Builder](https://slideways.com/pages/custom-parts) - [Process](https://slideways.com/pages/process) - [Applications](https://slideways.com/pages/applications) - [Material](https://slideways.com/pages/materials) - [Fabrication](https://slideways.com/pages/fabrication) - INDUSTRIES - [Beverage](https://slideways.com/pages/beverage) - [Bakery](https://slideways.com/pages/bakery) - [Dairy](https://slideways.com/pages/dairy) - [Food Packaging & Processing](https://www.slideways.com/pages/food-packaging-processing) - [Bottling, Canning, & Packing Plants](https://www.slideways.com/pages/bottling-canning-packing-plants) - [Package Handling & Distribution Centers](https://www.slideways.com/pages/package-handling-distribution-centers) - [Poultry](https://slideways.com/pages/poultry) - [Pharmaceutical Packaging Equipment](https://www.slideways.com/pages/pharmaceutical-packaging-equipment) - [Agriculture](https://slideways.com/pages/agriculture) - [Electronics](https://slideways.com/pages/electronics) - RESOURCES - [Downloads](https://slideways.com/pages/downloads) - [Blog](https://info.slideways.com/blog) - [Case Studies](https://www.slideways.com/pages/speedy-sprocket-exceeds-expectations) - [Videos](https://slideways.com/pages/videos) - [FAQ](https://www.slideways.com/pages/faq) - CONTACT - [Contact Us](https://slideways.com/pages/contactus) - [Request Quote](https://slideways.com/pages/request-quote) - [Find Sales Rep](https://slideways.com/pages/reps-locator) # Blog ![](https://info.slideways.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/sep_title.jpg?width=123&height=8&name=sep_title.jpg "sep_title.jpg") [![](https://info.slideways.com/hubfs/Which-UHMW-Properties-are-best-for-you.jpg)](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-properties-which-are-best-for-you) ## [Which UHMW Properties Are Best for You?](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-properties-which-are-best-for-you) Jul 23, 2021 10:12:10 AM / by [Slideways, Inc.](https://info.slideways.com/blog/author/slideways-inc) posted in [uhmw](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/uhmw), [conveyor systems](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/conveyor-systems), [high-temp](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/high-temp), [temperature stable](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/temperature-stable), [heat resistant](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/heat-resistant), [impact strength](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/impact-strength) [0 Comments](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-properties-which-are-best-for-you#comments-listing) UHMW (ultra high molecular weight polyethylene) plastic is the choice material for conveyors and packaging machinery. Its unique properties, ease of fabrication, and low-cost make it the optimal selection for this industry. Its ability to handle abrasion, impact, corrosive cleaning solutions, and wet environments enables UHMW to stand up to extensive wear and tear. Additionally, its dampening properties reduce conveyor noise and vibration. Made in large sheets for big or long parts, UHMW machines easily and can be extruded into complex profiles with thick or thin cross-sections. All these attributes make UHMW a great option for machine builders and maintenance personnel that are concerned with price, extending the life of initial installations, and repairs. [Read More](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-properties-which-are-best-for-you) ## [UHMW vs Teflon™ in Packaging Machinery and Conveyor Applications](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-vs-teflon-packaging-machinery-conveyor-applications) Apr 2, 2021 1:39:57 PM / by [Slideways, Inc.](https://info.slideways.com/blog/author/slideways-inc) posted in [uhmw](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/uhmw), [conveyor systems](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/conveyor-systems), [high-temp](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/high-temp), [temperature stable](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/temperature-stable), [heat resistant](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/heat-resistant), [impact strength](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/impact-strength) [0 Comments](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-vs-teflon-packaging-machinery-conveyor-applications#comments-listing) ### ![blog-images-2](https://info.slideways.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-images-2.jpg?width=770&name=blog-images-2.jpg) ### Slippery Plastic Smackdown! Slideways frequently fields quote requests for parts made of Teflon™, the brand name for PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene). Once learning more about the application, we usually determine a UHMW (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) part is needed. Teflon has a place in packaging machinery, but it is not the go-to material until some specific operating conditions are met. [Read More](https://info.slideways.com/blog/uhmw-vs-teflon-packaging-machinery-conveyor-applications) ## [Heat Resistant Plastic: How to Select the Best Material](https://info.slideways.com/blog/heat-resistant-plastic) Aug 11, 2015 9:32:00 AM / by [Slideways, Inc.](https://info.slideways.com/blog/author/slideways-inc) posted in [plastic](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/plastic), [conveyor systems](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/conveyor-systems), [friction](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/friction), [high speed](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/high-speed), [high-temp](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/high-temp), [heat resistant](https://info.slideways.com/blog/topic/heat-resistant) [0 Comments](https://info.slideways.com/blog/heat-resistant-plastic#comments-listing) ![Heat resistant plastic belt guides](https://info.slideways.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog/Belt-Guides1.jpg?width=220&height=140&name=Belt-Guides1.jpg)Plastic compounds come in a staggering array of formulations and materials for a wide range of industries, applications, and products. Selecting the right plastic material that offers excellent heat-resistant properties is critical for any application in which thermal properties can be adversely affected by the environment. 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