Automating chemical polymerization with synthetic resin making equipment

Even though some synthetic resins have the same physical features as natural resins, they are chemically different. You can produce them by polymerization process. To produce epoxy resins with synthetic resin making equipment, mix bisphenol A (BPA) and epichlorohydrin (ECH) to form an epoxy resin monomer. Then heat at 24-30 ºC (75.2 to 86 ºF) using a disc dryer, as it helps heat the mixture gently to give quality to the end-product.

Production of synthetic resin with a synthetic resin making machine involves different kinds of chemical reactions. You can use condensation polymerization process or addition polymerization depending on your product. The former produces larger molecules and releases water or methanol as a byproduct, in nylon production, for instance. The latter occurs in presence of a catalyst, such as ziegler-natta, and doesn’t form byproducts, such as in the production of acrylics.

The effect of heat on thermoplastics and thermosetting resins

Based on their reaction when exposed to heat, thermoplastic and thermo-setting resins act differently. The former softens when heated and hardens when it’s cool, while the latter retains its form when you apply heat. Thermoplastics are highly recyclable because they retain their chemical properties, unlike thermo-setting resins. Yet, thermosetting resins have strong structural integrity and greater heat resistance. A significant disadvantage of thermoplastic resin is that you can’t use it in certain industries because of its ability to readily melt when you apply heat. For example, you can’t make some heavy construction equipment and motor vehicle parts with thermoplastics. This is because the change in temperature alters the product.

You can also use plaster of Paris and clear UV- glue for coating as sustainable options for resin. Have in mind that they don’t act like resin, though, as they have different drying times and conditions, as well as chemical and physical properties.