HIPS
High Impact Polystyrene — affordable, easy to thermoform and ideal for displays and packaging.
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HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene) is a lightweight, rigid plastic with good impact resistance. It's economical, vacuum-forms easily and prints well — making it the workhorse plastic for retail displays, signage and packaging.
Performance Characteristics
Excellent thermoforming behaviour
Lightweight and rigid
Good impact resistance
Easy to print and decorate
Cost-effective
Smooth, matte or gloss surface
Recyclable
Easy to cut and machine
Common Applications
Retail and POS displays
Vacuum-formed trays
Sign blanks and inserts
Packaging and trays
Internal partitioning
Photographic mounting
Model making
Promotional products
Sizes & Thicknesses
Available in 0.5mm to 6mm thicknesses in white and a range of colours.
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