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.

Spring‑Energized Seals vs O‑Rings: When to Upgrade for Cryogenic and Aggressive Chemistries

Canyon Components

Sep 3, 2025 • 5 min

Spring‑Energized Seals vs O‑Rings: When to Upgrade for Cryogenic and Aggressive Chemistries

Know when to replace O-rings with spring-energized PTFE seals for cryogenic, vacuum, high-purity and aggressive chemistries. Comparison, selection and design tips.

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.

Take a “PEEK”: PEEK Properties, Applications, and Advantages

Canyon Components

Jul 19, 2023 • 2 min

Take a “PEEK”: PEEK Properties, Applications, and Advantages

PEEK plastic exhibits remarkable properties that make it an ideal choice for demanding industries, including aerospace and medical.

Injection Molding: Design for Manufacturing

Canyon Components

Jun 22, 2023 • 5 min

Injection Molding: Design for Manufacturing

At Canyon Components, we’re experts in injection molded parts.

Exploring the Versatile Properties of PEEK Plastic: A Game-Changer in Modern Engineering

Canyon Components

Mar 31, 2023 • 2 min

Exploring the Versatile Properties of PEEK Plastic: A Game-Changer in Modern Engineering

Polyether ether ketone, commonly referred to as PEEK, is a high-performance thermoplastic material that has become increasingly popular.