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Cartridge Paper

A thick, textured paper often used for drawing and painting. It provides a good surface for various media, including pencils, ink, and watercolor.

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Photocopy Paper

Smooth, lightweight paper designed for use in printers and copiers. It ensures clear and crisp text and images.

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Bleed Proof Paper

Specially treated paper that prevents ink from spreading or bleeding through, ideal for markers and technical drawings.

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Mounting Board

A thick, rigid board used for mounting photographs, artwork, and presentations. It provides a stable, flat surface.

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Foam Board

Lightweight, rigid board with a foam core, used for mounting, display, and architectural models. It is easy to cut and shape.

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Solid White Board

Smooth, stiff board used for packaging and crafts. It offers a high-quality surface for printing.

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Corrugated Board

Composed of fluted paper sandwiched between two flat paper layers, used for packaging and shipping due to its strength and durability.

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Duplex Board

A double-layered board with a smooth, coated surface on one side, commonly used for packaging and boxes.

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Lamination

Applying a plastic film to the paper or board to protect it from moisture, stains, and wear.

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Varnishing

Coating with a clear or colored varnish to enhance appearance and protect the surface.

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Embossing/Debossing

Creating raised or recessed designs on the surface for a tactile and visual effect.

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Beech

A hardwood with a fine, tight grain, pale color, and smooth texture. It is durable and used for furniture, flooring, and tools.

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Oak

A strong, durable hardwood with a prominent grain and rich color. Used for furniture, flooring, and construction.

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Balsa

A very lightweight, soft wood used in model making and crafts. It is easy to cut and shape.

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Jelutong

A soft, fine-grained wood used for carving, model making, and pattern making. It has a pale color and smooth texture.

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Scots Pine

A strong softwood with a straight grain and light color, used in construction, furniture, and paneling.

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Western Red Cedar

A durable, aromatic softwood with a reddish color, used for outdoor applications like decking, siding, and fencing.

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Parana Pine

A softwood with a fine, straight grain and pale yellow color, used for joinery, flooring, and furniture.

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Mild Steel

Contains low carbon content, making it malleable and easy to work with. Used in construction, automotive, and general manufacturing.

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Medium Carbon Steel

Contains higher carbon content, making it stronger but less ductile. Used for making tools, axles, and structural components.

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High Carbon Steel

Contains the highest carbon content, making it very hard and wear-resistant. Used for cutting tools, springs, and high-strength wires.

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Aluminum

A lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal with a silvery appearance. Used in aircraft, automotive, and packaging industries.

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Copper

A reddish-brown metal with high electrical and thermal conductivity. Used in electrical wiring, plumbing, and decorative arts.

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Brass

An alloy of copper and zinc with a yellow-gold color. Used in musical instruments, decorative items, and fittings.

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Galvanizing

Applying a protective zinc coating to ferrous metals to prevent rusting.

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Powder Coating

Spraying a dry powder that is then cured under heat to form a protective and decorative layer.

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Anodizing

An electrochemical process that thickens the natural oxide layer on aluminum, enhancing corrosion resistance and allowing for dyeing.

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Electroplating

Applying a metal coating (e.g., chrome, nickel) to enhance appearance and protect the base metal.

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Acrylic

A transparent plastic with high optical clarity, used in signs, displays, and lighting. It is lightweight and resistant to impact.

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Polythene (Polyethylene)

A versatile plastic used in packaging, containers, and piping. It is flexible, durable, and resistant to moisture.

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Polypropylene

A tough, heat-resistant plastic used in automotive parts, packaging, and textiles. It is lightweight and chemically resistant.

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Polycarbonate

A strong, impact-resistant plastic used in eyewear lenses, CDs, and safety equipment. It has high transparency.

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Styrofoam

A brand name for expanded polystyrene, used for insulation, packaging, and crafts. It is lightweight and has good thermal properties.

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ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

A strong, tough plastic used in automotive parts, toys (e.g., LEGO bricks), and electronic housings.

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PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

A versatile plastic used in pipes, cable insulation, and vinyl flooring. It is durable and resistant to chemicals.

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Nylon

A strong, abrasion-resistant plastic used in textiles, gears, and bearings. It has high tensile strength and elasticity.

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Urea Formaldehyde

A hard, brittle thermosetting plastic used in adhesives, finishes, and molded objects. It has high strength and heat resistance.

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Melamine

A hard, durable thermosetting plastic used in kitchenware, laminates, and countertops. It is heat-resistant and easy to clean.

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Epoxy Resins

Used in adhesives, coatings, and composite materials. They are known for their strong bonding and chemical resistance.

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Quantum Tunnelling Composite (QTC)

is a composite material that exhibits unique electrical properties. It consists of metal particles embedded in an insulating polymer matrix.

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Annealing

Heating metal and then cooling it slowly to remove internal stresses and soften the metal for improved ductility.

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Normalizing

Heating steel to a high temperature and then air cooling to refine the grain structure and improve toughness.

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Hardening

Heating steel and then quenching it in water or oil to increase hardness.

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Tempering

Reheating hardened steel to a lower temperature to reduce brittleness while maintaining hardness.

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Case Hardening

Hardening the surface of low carbon steel by infusing elements into the surface layer, making it wear-resistant while retaining a tough core.

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Hardwoods

From deciduous trees (e.g., oak, beech, mahogany). Generally denser, more durable, and harder than softwoods.

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Softwoods

From coniferous trees (e.g., pine, cedar, spruce). Usually lighter and less dense than hardwoods.

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Wood Pulp

The primary source for paper and board production. Derived from trees, particularly softwoods like spruce, pine, and fir, and hardwoods like eucalyptus and birch.

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Non-Wood Fibers

Alternatives include agricultural residues (e.g., straw, bagasse), and fiber crops like cotton, hemp, and flax.

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Recycled Paper

Made from post-consumer waste paper, reducing the need for virgin fiber and lowering environmental impact.

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