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SWANCOR FINALISTA – Ingles

Belen Vergara — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:24:52 +0000

Swancor: Top of Mind 2025 finalist

Swancor resins were recognized as finalists in the Vinyl Ester category of the 2025 ALMACO Brazil Top of Mind Awards, an achievement that highlights their strong presence and brand recall within the regional market.

This recognition strengthens Plaquimet’s presence in Brazil, reflecting the excellent reception achieved thanks to the combination of our specialist technicians’ work and product quality, positioning Swancor as one of the most popular choices in the region.

The Top of Mind Awards have become the leading indicator of brand recall in the sector, highlighting those who generate a real impact on the market and set trends within the industry.

Being among the finalists demonstrates a sustained commitment to innovation, performance, and reliability—attributes highly valued by the professionals and companies that participated in the national survey organized by ALMACO.

For Plaquimet, accompanying Swancor in this recognition is a source of pride and a sign that we are moving in the right direction: strengthening the regional offering, promoting cutting-edge technologies and contributing to the development of a more competitive and sustainable sector.

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Centro de Operaciones Córdoba – Ingles

Belen Vergara — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:23:10 +0000

The Cordoba Operations Center continues to advance

The Córdoba Operations Center, located on the outskirts of the provincial capital, continues to grow. The local team handles a constant flow of shipments of resins, gelcoats, fiberglass, and auxiliary materials, ensuring close and rapid service.

Construction is already underway on the Training Center, a space dedicated to technical training and professional development, designed to support clients and their employees. There, workshops and training sessions will be held focusing on the use of composite materials, production processes, and best application practices.

In the next phase, and always aligned with our goal of providing integrated solutions to our clients, we plan to add a Tool and Die Center, which will offer die repair services and adaptation to the VPI process.

With these initiatives, we aim to consolidate a value proposition that combines close customer relationships, technical support, and operational efficiency, helping our clients develop more robust and competitive processes.

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Reparar moldes es posible Ingles

Belen Vergara — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:20:38 +0000

REPAIRING A MOLD IS POSSIBLE

With use, molds wear down, affecting the quality of the parts. To solve this, Plaquimet combines Britec Tooling and Britec Repair.

Britec Tooling: A high-temperature resistant gelcoat, ideal for manufacturing molds with a better finish, lower costs, and greater durability. Its high heat resistance prevents cracking and reduces the need for constant repairs.
Britec Repair: Designed to repair gelcoat layers. Its low viscosity facilitates application, improves the surface, and saves sanding and preparation time. Simply mix it with the paint gelcoat, apply it to the damaged area, and then sand and polish as usual.

Our technical team can guide you step-by-step to ensure a flawless result.

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Posgrado ONLINE Ingles

Belen Vergara — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:58:03 +0000

Postgraduate course in composite materials ONLINE

The Latin American Association of Composite Materials (ALMACO), in conjunction with the Institute of Technological Research (IPT), announced the launch of a new postgraduate program in composite materials and polymers, which will begin in March 2026 and will be offered online.

The program is designed to provide participants with comprehensive training that will enable them to:

Understand the connection between technical and creative languages, developing common strategies for both the composite materials industry and team management, fostering understanding of the technologies and innovations in the field.
Master equipment, materials, processes, and methodologies to work in companies within the sector.
Provide a current and objective view of the importance of composites for the business market through classes, lectures, and technical visits.
Promote an understanding of manufacturing processes through theoretical and practical activities.

Encourage academic excellence and the generation of innovative knowledge that can be transformed into new products and patents, driving technological development and strengthening the composite materials industry.

Those interested can request more information and register through the link https://bit.ly/MateriaisCompositosPolimerosIPT by writing to cursos@ipt.br or by calling +55 11 3767‑4226.

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Plaquimet Chile se expande – Ingles

admin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:56:11 +0000

Plaquimet Chile is expanding

This year marks the first ten years of our integrated solutions in Chile, where our Polymet Resins and Britec Gelcoats are already synonymous with quality and reliability.

Seeking to broaden horizons and generate new links, Plaquimet chile will become the base to reinforce our presence in Peru and Bolivia.

This new channel of attention applies to all our commercial alliances, offering not only our products but also Swancor Vinylester Resins, Diab core materials and Akpa catalysts, among others.

In addition to the first line products, we always provide training and technical support to accompany each implementation and seek to strengthen the universe of composite materials in the region.

Adding this initiative to the start of activities of the Plaquimet Brazil Plant and the already consolidated position in Argentina. Plaquimet strengthens its position in the region and seeks to continue growing in new markets.

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Polymet renueva sus nombres – Ingles

admin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:51:57 +0000

Polymet renews its name

In 2025 our Polymet resins will renew their names, changing them to be simpler and more memorable. This change does not affect the characteristics and specifications, which remain unchanged.

Reaching more countries is the opportunity to re-order ourselves and continue growing. Bringing our integrated solutions throughout Latin America opens doors to new international alliances and encourages us to look for new ways to communicate our products.

For this reason, we will simplify the names of our resins to just four numbers. To give us time to remember them and facilitate the transition until December 31, the labels will continue to bear the names by which everyone knows them today.

But this is not the only change, the presentation of plastic bins will now contain 1100 kilos, contributing to the care of the environment and reducing the carbon footprint. In addition, now they will all be black, this responds to the search for continuous improvement, since it has been demonstrated that being dark maximizes the stability of the resins.

The Plaquimet team is here to accompany you in this process, providing technical data sheets or answering any questions that may arise.

Our customer service Whatsapp is active from Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm, to channel any questions or help. In our website you can find the link to contact us and the number is
+54 9 11-7600-3000.

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Nuestra alianza con DIAB – Ingles

admin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:02:58 +0000

OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH DIAB

For 75 years Diab has been a leader in the core materials industry, and now, thanks to this exclusive distributor agreement, we look forward to strengthening our position together throughout Latin America.

This alliance will provide the entire industry in the region with stronger, lighter and smarter cores, adapted to the needs of the market and with the technical support and advice to make the most of them.

Used transversally in sectors such as transportation, industrial, maritime, construction and wind energy, structural foam cores and composite materials are being integrated into almost all sectors to achieve structural, self-supporting and more sustainable parts.

Sandwich structures are lighter, stronger and easier to shape than traditional materials such as aluminum, steel and wood. Composite materials can be bent, curved and joined in a virtually unlimited range of configurations.

In addition, their durability and weather resistance translate into lower long-term maintenance and cleaning costs. These high-strength, lightweight materials are ideal for virtually any industrial application.

A key part of our integrated solutions is to bring together leading strategic partners to complement our products and help us develop the composites market together.

We are convinced that the alliance with Diab will be key to drive new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

What does this partnership mean?

Increased access to cutting-edge solutions.
A highly trained local team to provide support and advice.
Technical and commercial team at your disposal.
Training and laboratory.

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Nace Plaquimet Brasil – Ingles

admin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:58:41 +0000

Plaquimet Brasil is born

Britec is the benchmark gelcoat in the Argentine market. The model plant inaugurated in Burzaco two years ago increased its installed production capacity to 6,000 tons per year and continues to open new paths for growth in Latin America.

With high quality, efficiency and safety standards, the Britec line has become a protagonist in the region. These high performance gelcoats complement the Polymet line of polyester resins, two brands adopted by large customers in the Brazilian market.

But the “Integrated Solutions” model that defines Plaquimet is much more than quality products. The focus on customer needs, constant technical assistance and training are key elements to become a strategic partner for industrial development.

Thus, in response to the need for greater proximity to customers, Plaquimet Brasil was born. A team of experts in different applications of composite materials and professionals who develop customized products is added to a new local production plant.

The new subsidiary is located in the state of Santa Catarina and ensures greater efficiency in deliveries and proximity to customers, in addition to internationally recognized brands, with which there are regional representation agreements, with local assistance and stock: Swancor vinylester resins, Diab cores and Akpa catalysts, among others.

Plaquimet Brazil is already active and looking for our Integrated Solutions to continue growing in the region.

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Liderazgo Global en Catalizadores – Ingles

admin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:47:18 +0000

Global leadership in ACCELERATORS

Selecting the right catalyst is key to ensuring optimal curing, as well as the strength and durability of the material. For over 14 years, we have been working with AKPA, a leading Turkish company in the production of organic peroxides, polymerization initiators, and accelerators.

Since its founding in 1997, AKPA has established itself as a global leader in the chemical industry, with a presence in over 75 countries. Its Akperox line of accelerators offers a wide range of options, each designed with specific properties that optimize stability, reaction speed, and compatibility with different materials.

Its impact on the chemical industry is due to its capacity for innovation and its commitment to sustainability, constantly investing in research and development to offer more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions.

Selecting the right accelerators depends on several factors, such as the materials it interacts with, the application environment, and the production process.

As part of our integrated solutions culture, we not only develop product kits but also provide specialized technical advice. Our team analyzes usage and offers ongoing support to always ensure the best final parts.

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Seguridad Primero: Protección Personal – Ingles

admin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:34:51 +0000

SAFETY FIRST: Personal Protection

Safety when handling chemicals is essential to protecting workers’ health. At Plaquimet, we are committed to disseminating advice that contributes to building a safer industry for everyone.

Today we want to talk about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), a set of items, devices, and clothing designed to protect different parts of the body.

Key considerations:

PPE is for personal use and should NOT be interchangeable.
It does not eliminate the risk, but it does reduce its consequences.

For handling resins, gelcoats and additives, it is recommended:

Wear heavy-duty nitrile gloves.
Respiratory protection with a full-face mask and filters for organic vapors, as well as pre-filters for particles.
Safety glasses.
Appropriate work clothing: long pants and a long-sleeved shirt.

During application, it is recommended to do so in well-ventilated areas and use equipment similar to Tyvek Level B.

Industrial safety is not an option; it is the path to a healthier and more productive work environment. At Plaquimet, we not only prioritize safety, but we consider it a value that guides us every step of the way.

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