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Caoutchouc
Caoutchouc (indian. cao = tree and ochu = tears) is a generic term for elastic polymers, from which rubber is produced. Caoutchouc can be vulcanised (cured), unvulcanised (uncured) or prevulcanised (semi-cured).
Co-extrusion
In extrusion engineering, the term co-extrusion stands for the merging of two or more plastic melts polymers of the same or different types before they leave the profile die. Coex film combines the positive properties of different film and/or foil materials with each other.
For example, by using Coex film, the barrier or welding properties can be tailored to a product.
Competent person
Who is a competent person? A definition of a competent person.
Compressor
A compressor is a machine which is used to compress air or chemical gases to a small volume with higher pressure. Compressors are used to transfer energy and supply air, as drives for piston-type steam engines, turbines, electric motors and also to increase power in motor vehicle engines.
Corrosion
Corrosion in general is the reaction of a material with its environment, which causes a measurable change in the material and can result in negative effects on the function of a component or system, i.e. a change in the chemical or physical structure of a material due to heat or light.