Sintered Porous Plastic Archives

2024-06-05 | Brochures

Porex Inline Vacuum Filters Brochure

POREX® Inline Vacuum Filters filter dust and other small particles from the vacuum flow to reduce the risk of operation…

2024-06-05 | Automotive

Porex Lead Acid Battery Vents Brochure

In 1974, Porex introduced the very first porous plastic vent designed and engineered for use as a flame arrestor for…

2024-06-05 | Brochures

Porex Pneumatic Silencers and Mufflers Brochure

Porex® Porous Plastic Silencers, constructed of polyethylene, were engineered to balance noise reduction and acceptable backpressure in the pneumatic system.…

2024-05-14 | Articles

What Makes a Plug-In Air Freshener Work?

Check out a video that shows the porous polymers inside a plug-in air freshener and how they make it work!

2024-04-23 | Articles

Advancing Healthcare Safety Through Enhanced Viral Filtration in Medical Devices

In the realm of healthcare, where the lives and well-being of patients and medical professionals are paramount, the conversation about…

2024-04-17 | Absorb

Introduction to Pore Size & Flow in Porous Media

In porous plastics, pores are the solid surface openings through which gases, liquids, and smaller particles can flow. The morphology—size,…

2024-04-05 | Absorb

Improving Accuracy and Detection of Electrochemical Gas Sensors

Accurate detection and monitoring of gases are essential in industrial environments for various applications, including process control and environmental management.…

2024-04-05 | Absorb

Porex: The Perfect Fit

Experience the potential of customizable porous media by partnering with Porex. Our functional solutions help manufacturers overcome complex product design…

2023-08-24 | Filter

Porex Attains ACT® Label from My Green Lab® Paving the Way for Greener Laboratories

Porex, a global leader in porous polymer, proudly announces that My Green Lab® has granted the prestigious ACT® Label to…

2023-06-16 | Absorb

The Science of Ink Flow Management Brochure

With a legacy of over 50 years, Porex® nibs and reservoirs have set the benchmark for consumer satisfaction in writing…

2023-06-16 | Absorb

The Many Paths Towards Sustainability

You’ve no doubt heard the word ‘sustainability’ recently. It’s one of the latest topics concerning manufactured products. Can it be…

2023-06-15 | Articles

As seen in Clinical Lab Products – “Advanced Design for Filtered Pipetting”

Pipette design has taken a quantum leap forward. The modern pipette and its components have undergone significant evolution and practical…

2023-06-15 | Absorb

Chemical Compatibility Chart – Polymer Comparison

Our chemical compatibility chart is a valuable resource that provides information on how different polymers react with various chemicals. It…

2023-06-15 | Case Studies

p-BNC: Flexible Platform for Microfluidic Testing White Paper

Advances in lab-on-a-chip systems have strong potential for detection of a wide range of analytes with reduced sample and reagent…

2023-06-15 | Absorb

Portable Oxygen Concentrator Case Study

Our customer was developing a single portable oxygen concentrator that would offer both continuous flow and pulse-dose delivery and would…

2023-06-15 | Case Studies

Nasal Spray for Migraine Attacks Case Study

An application case study showcasing the exceptional advantages of customized multi-functional components in nasal spray devices for drug delivery. Our…

2023-06-15 | Case Studies

Partnering with Cerus to Set the Standard for Blood Transfusion Safety Case Study

CERUS Corporation needed a partner to supply components for the inactivation of pathogens in platelets and plasma. Porex has collaborated…

2023-06-15 | Absorb

Your Partner in Cosmetics Innovation Video

Discover the power of porous polymers in cosmetics innovation and hear firsthand from makeup artists as they share their experiences…

2023-06-15 | Absorb

Porex – Your Partner in Medical Innovation Video

Watch this video to see the breadth of custom healthcare component innovation made possible by Porex’s porous polymers and material…

2023-06-15 | Absorb

Porex – Your Partner in Innovation Video

Explore Porex’s engineering and design solutions as they bring customer product ideas to life. With a collaborative approach, Porex partners…

2023-06-15 | Membranes

UV Reflective Media Video Series: Simulated Integrating Sphere Comparison of Porex Virtek PTFE, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum

Witness the practical demonstration of a simulated integrating sphere reflectivity test, where we compare the reflectivity of Porex Virtek reflective…

2023-06-15 | Consumer Goods

Science Inside Video Series: How Does Your Sports Bottle Purify the Water Inside?

Learn about the porous filter using activated carbon cleverly positioned inside the sports bottle straw to efficiently eliminate chlorine and…

2023-06-15 | Apply

Science Inside Video Series: How Does Your Highlighter Marker Work?

Discover the engineering behind the porous plastic nib and reservoir combination precisely designed to manage the ink flow from inside…

2023-06-15 | Apply

Science Inside Video Series: How Does an Inkjet Cartridge Work?

Watch the porous fiber component that acts as a reservoir for the ink and skillfully delivers or wicks it to…

2023-06-15 | Absorb

Science Inside Video Series: How does a plug-in air freshener deliver fragrance to the room?

Learn about the ingenious porous plastic component that efficiently wicks the fragrance from the bottle to the device’s top, where…

2023-06-14 | Life Sciences

Medical Device Video Series: Urine Bag Vent

A visual guide to understanding how custom-engineered Porex urine bag vents work.

2023-06-14 | Filter

Medical Device Video Series: Self-Sealing Suction Canister Filters

A visual guide to understanding how Porex self-sealing suction canister filters work. Available in both standard and custom sizes.

2023-06-14 | Life Sciences

Medical Device Video Series: Safety IV Catheter Vent

A visual guide to understanding how custom-engineered Porex safety IV catheter vents work.

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Medical Device Video Series: Porex Fume Absorber

A visual guide to understanding how custom-engineered Porex fume absorbers work.

2023-06-14 | Apply

Material Technology Video Series: Understanding the Sintering Process

A visual guide to understanding the porous plastic sintering process used to make porous polymer components for filtration, diffusion, and…

2023-06-14 | Life Sciences

Medical Device Video Series: Arterial Syringe Vent

A visual guide to understanding how custom-engineered Porex arterial syringe vents work.

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Material Technology Video Series: Understanding Pore Volume

A visual guide to understanding pore volume.

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Material Technology Video Series: Understanding Pore Size Distribution

A visual guide to understanding pore size distribution.

2023-06-14 | Consumer Goods

How it Works Video Series: Porous Polymer Wicks for Plug-in Insecticides

Deliver insecticide formulation reliably and consistently with multiple materials and technology options developed to your unique specifications. See how it…

2023-06-14 | Absorb

How it Works Video Series: The Science of Ink Flow Management

Explore Porex cutting-edge nib and reservoir technologies for writing instruments, that deliver exceptional ink flow rates, smooth ink laydown, and…

2023-06-14 | Consumer Goods

How it Works Video Series: Plug-in Air Freshener

Uncover the science behind plug-in air fresheners as we explore the role of a porous plastic component that efficiently transports…

2023-06-14 | Filter

Fortress® Pipette Tip Filters Video – A New Era in Liquid Handling

Watch the video to uncover the capabilities of Fortress® pipette tip filters. These inert and additive-free aerosol and liquid barrier…

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Diagnostics Video Series: Porous Polymer Solutions for Microfluidic Tests

Experience the various ways – from filtration to venting – that porous polymers can help ensure performance, purity, accuracy and…

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Partnering with Crayola Video

This video showcases Porex’s longstanding partnership with Crayola. Our HR site manager at Porex Richmond shares an inspiring story about…

2023-06-14 | Case Studies

Partnering with Cerus for Global Blood Supply Safety

CERUS, a medical device manufacturer, partnered with Porex to create the INTERCEPT™ Blood System. This groundbreaking system is designed to…

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Wicks for Plug-In Insecticides Brochure

POREX ® engineered insecticide wicks offer a consistent density and pore structure throughout every wick in order to provide the…

2023-06-14 | Absorb

Wicks for Plug-in Air Fresheners Brochure

Wicks for plug-in air fresheners deliver fragrance reliably and safely over time. POREX wicks offer reliable emanation over time without…

2023-06-14 | Brochures

Self-Sealing Suction Canister Filters Brochure

Porex invented the first porous polymer self-sealing filter more than thirty years ago and elevated the safety standard for fluid…

2023-06-14 | Brochures

Serological Pipet Filters Brochure

POREX ® serological pipet filters eliminate aerosol bypass, sample carryover, cross contamination and the passage of aqueous-based liquid from sample…

2023-06-14 | Brochures

Safety IV Catheter Vents Brochure

The Safety IV catheter is a medical device that is used to access a patient’s vein, normally in the lowerpart…

2023-06-13 | Absorb

Medical Solutions Brochure

The changing global healthcare environment requires differentiated, reliable and reproducible medical materials to help provide precision, accuracy and consistency in…

2023-06-13 | Brochures

Liquid Handling Media and Filters Brochure

In light of recent technological advancements and market requirements, Porex initiated its CERTIFIED PURE POREX® program in 2009 to qualify…

2023-06-13 | Absorb

Life Science Applications Media and Filters Brochure

For maximum performance, purity, reliability and accuracy, turn to life science products from Porex Corporation, design optimized for use in…

2023-06-13 | Automotive

Porex Specialty Filtration Solutions

Filtration impacts every aspect of our lives. Filtration processes can be physical, chemical, or biological operations that separate one or…

2023-06-13 | Absorb

Electrochemical Gas Sensor Components Brochure

Protect and enhance your sensor’s performance with innovative porous polymers. POREX® Gas-Specific Absorbing Filters improve absorption capacity. POREX proprietary manufacturing…

2023-06-13 | Apply

Cosmetic Applicators Brochure

Porex makes complex cosmetic formulations easier with porous polymers. Porex offers a variety of cosmetic applicator products including Polyurethane Foam…

2023-06-13 | Brochures

Clinical Science Solutions Brochure

Clinical science products, media and filters from Porex Corporation are design optimized to help ensure performance, purity, accuracy and reproducibility…

2023-06-13 | Brochures

Chromatography Solutions Brochure

Supercharge your separation device with a single, more powerful frit! In addition to decades of experience engineering custom frits for…

2023-06-13 | Brochures

Fortress® Pipette Tip Filters

Unparalleled aerosol and cross-contamination protection with pure and complete sample retrieval FORTRESS pipette tip filters, representing the biggest advancement in…

2023-06-13 | Absorb

The Certified Pure Porex Program

Known for its innovative solutions, Porex brings a wealth of experience to the design and manufacture of porous plastics, porous…

2023-06-13 | Brochures

Arterial Syringe Vent Brochure

The arterial syringe is used to collect blood for blood gas analysis directly from an artery tomeasure oxygen and carbon…

2021-08-13 | Absorb

Porous Materials Enhance Microfluidic Applications

Learn more about how porous materials can enhance the performance of a microfluidic device by helping to manipulate small amounts…

2020-03-29 | Articles

Aerosol Barrier Pipette Tip Filters Lead the Way in COVID-19 Testing

March 27, 2020 POREX aerosol barrier pipette tip filters are required for all laboratory tests for COVID-19. Learn more about…

2020-03-18 | Articles

Welcome to the wonderful world of filtration

Filtration impacts every aspect of our lives. People are most familiar with the air dust filters in the HVAC unit…

2020-03-18 | Articles

Porex in your Pocket

Porous vents are used in many small electronic devices to help protect the components from water, oil, dust and other…

2020-03-16 | Articles

Why Manufacturers Should Stop Using Ceramic Wicks in Plug-In Air Fresheners

The demand for high-quality, long-lasting air fresheners is growing. As sales rise, many manufacturers are reconsidering the materials they use.…

2019-12-16 | Articles

Porex Takes Home 2019 Outstanding Corporate Innovator Award from the PDMA

Dec. 16, 2019 We were honored to accept the OCI Award from the PDMA along with the Gorilla Glue Company.

2019-12-13 | Absorb

What is Porous Plastic?

Explore what porous plastic means, the types of porous plastic, and what types of functions it can provide in an…

2019-12-13 | Articles

Protecting the Nation’s Blood Supply Line with Porous Plastic Components

Dec. 13, 2019 It's essential that the materials used in the devices that test, collect and analyze blood samples do…