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Laird Plastics Resource Center

Your go‑to hub for technical guides, videos and FAQs about plastics. Find answers quickly to common questions and explore our latest insights.

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3A Composites Presentation at 2024 Printing United | Laird Live

Join Laird Plastics guest speaker Steve Anderson from 3A Composites as he presents innovative and sustainable material solutions.

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Laird Plastics Kansas City: Open House 2024 Recap

Welcome to the recap of our exciting Open House event at Laird Plastics Kansas City!

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Discover how Laird Plastics has been a leading distributor of plastic materials for over 70 years.

Article Index

ABS Plastic? (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

Acetal

Aluminum Composite Material (ACM)

Cast Acrylic

Ceramic

Heavy Equipment

Graphics and Printing Industry

Life Sciences Industry

Machine Shops

Yard Signs, and Banners

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Banner Material:

Exploring The Benefits of Tecanyl VH2 PPE for Maximum Protection

Laird Plastics Custom Services

Choosing The Right Rigid Substrates

Glass Alternatives For Windows

Unlocking The Potential Of Sintra PVC Boards:

Polycarbonate Sheets: Everything You Need to Know (2025)

Corrugated Fluted Material

PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)

Foam Board

PVC and CPVC Pipes

Styrene Plastic

Material Handling and Conveying

Medical Equipment and the Medical Industry

Plastics for the Oil and Gas Industry (Energy)

Recreation Industry (Outdoor Playgrounds etc.)

Facts and Innovative Uses of Acrylic Plastic

Laird Plastics: Solutions for your environment

PETG: for Innovation in Design and Manufacturing

The Complete Guide to PVC Foam Board

The Complete Guide to Polycarbonate Sheets

Unlocking the Potential of Corrugated Plastic

HDPE Plastic? (High-Density Polyethylene)

LDPE Plastic

Nylon Cast

PBT Plastics? (Polybutylene terephthalate)

PFA Plastic

Polybenzimidazole (PBI)

Polycarbonate

Security and Protection Industry

Signage

Specialty Vehicles

Transportation Industry

Plastics in Architectural Design

Why Use Our Resource Center?

Our library is curated by material experts to help engineers, fabricators and designers choose the right plastics. Whether you're looking for product data, application guides or training videos, you'll find it here. We regularly update the center with new articles, case studies and interviews, so check back often.

  • Deep technical guides for common plastics
  • Application tips across industries, from aerospace to medical
  • Videos featuring supplier presentations and customer stories

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of plastics does Laird offer?
Laird Plastics supplies hundreds of materials including ABS, Acrylic, Polycarbonate, PETG and more.
How do I know which material is best for my application?
Our resource center contains application‑specific guides to help you choose the best plastic for your needs.
Can I use your plastics in medical applications?
Yes. Laird Plastics offers FDA‑compliant and USP Class VI materials suitable for medical and lab environments.

Need help finding the right material?

Talk to our plastics specialists today to discuss your application and get expert recommendations. We're here to help you succeed.

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About Laird Plastics

Laird Plastics has been a leading distributor of plastic sheet, rod, tube, film and associated products for more than 70 years. With locations across North America and partnerships with top manufacturers, we provide material solutions for almost every industry. Our team of experts can help you source, fabricate and deliver the right plastic for your project.