Thanks to the ongoing development of modern composite plastics, the transition from metal to plastic parts for industrial applications continues. Plastic components are being used in tools, gears, machine guards, control panels and other components. Because they do not require machine finishing, anodizing or painting, plastic components cut labor costs. And because they do not conduct electricity, oxidize, or decompose in harsh chemical environments, composite plastics are excellent choices for power tools, pumps, HVAC applications, construction, and fluids processing.