PEEK plastic Posts

PEEK 101: Why Engineers Upgrade from Metal and Commodity Plastics

Canyon Components

Sep 11, 2025 • 8 min

PEEK 101: Why Engineers Upgrade from Metal and Commodity Plastics

Learn what PEEK is, how it compares to metals and common plastics, and how to specify parts for heat, chemicals, wear, and clean environments.

High‑Performance Plastics for Sealing and Components: Comparing PTFE, PFA, PEEK and UHMWPE

Canyon Components

Jul 24, 2025 • 8 min

High‑Performance Plastics for Sealing and Components: Comparing PTFE, PFA, PEEK and UHMWPE

A comparison of high‑performance plastics—PTFE, PFA, PEEK and UHMWPE—for seals and custom components. Learn how each polymer’s temperature range, chemical resistance and mechanical properties affect material selection and explore Canyon Components’ manufacturing capabilities.