--- title: Plastic Engineering Blog | Intech Power-Core (7) description: Intech Thermoplastics Design and Engineering Blog outlines Plastic gear and Plastic roller design and applications for engineers looking to replace metal or improve plastic components (7) --- 250 Herbert Avenue Closter, New Jersey 07624 U.S.A. 1-877-218-2650 [![intech.power.logo.Power of knowledge.](https://www.intechpower.com/hs-fs/hubfs/intech.power.logo.Power%20of%20knowledge..jpg?length=300&name=intech.power.logo.Power%20of%20knowledge..jpg "intech.power.logo.Power of knowledge.") ](https://www.intechpower.com/) [![Browse Our Products](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/62516/08b25f71-daf5-4226-916d-2693bd171a1d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/62516/08b25f71-daf5-4226-916d-2693bd171a1d) [![Browse Our Products](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/62516/08b25f71-daf5-4226-916d-2693bd171a1d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/62516/08b25f71-daf5-4226-916d-2693bd171a1d) # Intech Power-Core Thermoplastics Engineering Blog [cast nylon 12](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/cast-nylon-12) | December 9, 2009 ## [Effects of Moisture on the Tensile Strength of Nylon 12](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48148/Effects-of-Moisture-on-the-Tensile-Strength-of-Nylon-12) Continuing the theme of our last blog entry, moisture absorption is also a factor in determining the tensile strength of... [cast nylon 12](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/cast-nylon-12) ** 2 minute read | November 25, 2009 ## [Moisture Absorption, Swelling in Nylons, except Cast Nylon Powercore](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48151/Moisture-Absorption-Swelling-in-Nylons-except-Cast-Nylon-12) Moisture absorption is a key factor to consider during nylon material selection. Design engineers need to take account of... [Power-Core](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/power-core) ** 2 minute read | November 16, 2009 ## [Self-Lubricating cam followers replace steel in outdoor applications](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48155/Self-Lubricating-cam-followers-replace-steel-in-outdoor-applications) Our customers have been asking us to help them with components for machines that will operate in ever harsher conditions.... [Power-Core gears](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/power-core-gears) ** 2 minute read | October 28, 2009 ## [Medical Latex Dipping Device for Easy Cleaning with Proprietary Gear Design](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48157/Medical-Latex-Dipping-Device-for-Easy-Cleaning-with-Proprietary-Gear-Design) Power-Core™ gears have been used to upgrade the design of a latex dipping gear cassette assembly in a unique arrangement... [Power-Core](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/power-core) ** 2 minute read | October 5, 2009 ## [Plastic Gear Train Design For Zipper Pouch Packaging Machine](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48227/Plastic-Gear-Train-Design-For-Zipper-Pouch-Packaging-Machine) During the developmental stage of a new zipper pouch packaging machine, Hayssen, a division of Barry-Wehmiller, the largest... [lubrication-free](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/lubrication-free) | August 18, 2009 ## [Wear life of Power-Core gears can be calculated in advance](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48228/Wear-life-of-Power-Core-gears-can-be-calculated-in-advance) The “Lewis Formula”, proven accurate in calculating the life of metal gears, often provides skewed results in plastic gears.... [Power-Core](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/power-core) ** 2 minute read | August 13, 2009 ## [Guide Rollers Provide Secure Fit Under Varying Loads & Temperature](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48230/Guide-Rollers-Provide-Secure-Fit-Under-Varying-Loads-Temperature) Intech was selected by Bombardier to provide replacement rollers for the platform safety door on the Orlando People Mover... [maintenance](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/maintenance) ** 2 minute read | August 7, 2009 ## [“Green” Manufacturing Initiative from Power-Core](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48233/Green-Manufacturing-Initiative-from-Power-Core) As manufacturers, transport operators, processors and service providers seek to achieve more environmentally benign... [Power-Core](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/topic/power-core) | July 13, 2009 ## [Power-Core Custom Helical Gear Drive For Food Processing Machine](https://www.intechpower.com/blog-old/bid/48245/Power-Core-Custom-Helical-Gear-Drive-For-Food-Processing-Machine) July 13, 2009 by intechpowerIntech Corporation is committed to lowering the impact of manufacturing on the environment. 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