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High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)

HIPS

(High Impact Polystyrene), also known as PS (Polystyrene), is an amorphous thermoplastic material, used in lower heat applications. It is categorized as a standard material, and offers ease of processing, high impact strength, and stiffness.

    • Point-of-purchase displays
    • Printed graphics
    • Thermoformed machine housings and parts
    • Models and prototypes
    • Shelves
    • Kiosks
    • Fixtures
  • High impact strength
  • Good machinability
  • Easy to glue, paint, and print
  • Outstanding thermoforming characteristics
  • Injection Moulding
  • Extrusion
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