First vs Second Surface Mirrors

First vs Second Surface Mirrors

Mirrors may come in a range of shapes, curvatures and sizes and they are furthermore distinguished as either first-surface or second-surface mirrors. Knowing the difference between the two, and understanding their different applications, is vital to choosing the right...
Here Comes the Sun: Can Your Playground Domes Handle It?

Here Comes the Sun: Can Your Playground Domes Handle It?

It’s fair to say that manufacturers of playground equipment are generally looking for durability and long-lasting functionality, to keep kids safe and parents happy. One of the important decisions to be made surrounds the ordering of those clear plastic domes that...
Two Types of Thermoforming: Free Blowing vs. Molding

Two Types of Thermoforming: Free Blowing vs. Molding

There are two predominant methods of thermoforming that can be used to create shapes out of plastic substrate: free blowing and molding. The overwhelming majority of Replex mirrors are created by free blowing. Free Blowing: Vacuum Pressure vs. Air Pressure During the...
FAQ’s: Acrylic

FAQ’s: Acrylic

Concern with Breakage of Acrylic vs Glass vs Polycarbonate:  The impact strength of Acrylic is 0.4 ft lbs/inch.  The impact strength of tempered glass is very dependent on the geometry of the object impacting the glass as well as the edge condition of the glass, so...