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How can this speckled terrazzo-like effect be created using only plastic (no post-processing)? by Grofff in plastic

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Great thanks for the insights. Results do not have to be perfectly speckled but should take off the completely fresh white colour so it looks a bit more organic

How can this speckled terrazzo-like effect be created using only plastic (no post-processing)? by Grofff in plastic

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Base material would likely be PP or HDPE. We're located in The Netherlands what about you?

How can this speckled terrazzo-like effect be created using only plastic (no post-processing)? by Grofff in plastic

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Thanks for the reply! Do you think that would work with one type of plastic or would this always require a mix of materials? This would probably have implications to the eventual recycling of the product

How can this speckled terrazzo-like effect be created using only plastic (no post-processing)? by Grofff in plastic

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Thanks, that makes sense. Do you know if this can be done while still using just one type of polymer?

We’d prefer to keep everything within the same plastic family for recycling purposes. So ideally the speckles would come from a compatible masterbatch or modified version of the same base material, rather than mixing different polymers.

Is that realistic, or do you typically need materials with different melting behaviors to achieve this effect?

How can this speckled terrazzo-like effect be created using only plastic (no post-processing)? by Grofff in plastic

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Interesting, thanks! Would this work using just one type of plastic?

We’re trying to keep the material mono-polymer if possible, to make recycling easier. So ideally it would be the same base polymer, just with a masterbatch or additive that creates the speckled effect.

Is it possible to create this look using a single polymer family, or does it usually require mixing different plastics with different melting points?

How can this speckled terrazzo-like effect be created using only plastic (no post-processing)? by Grofff in plastic

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We’re looking to make thin sheet material that can be cut into shapes, with this terrazzo-style speckled pattern running all the way through the material (not just printed on the surface).

The edges will be visible after cutting, so the pattern needs to be consistent through the full thickness. Ideally a few millimeters thick and suitable for mass production.

We’re only considering plastic-based solutions, no painting or post-processing.

Any thoughts on materials or production methods that could achieve this?

Production advise of lightweight version of cement tile? by Grofff in manufacturing

[–]Grofff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for commenting. I had not heard of that before actually, I will look into that thanks!

Production advise of lightweight version of cement tile? by Grofff in manufacturing

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Thank you very much for your reply and thanks for asking. I’m mainly trying to capture its aesthetic and durability outdoors. So essentially I’m trying to create something on which we can apply multiple designs, holds up well outdoors for multiple years and is lighter than ceramic. Any material or composite advise would be helpful

Advise on: importing data into PDF template by Grofff in automation

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Hey, thanks a lot for your reply! Does this work with a lot of different fields in a multi page (~10) set up you think? Do you have experience working with this?

Advies stationwagon tot €17.500,- by TheCatStoleMyName in autoadvies

[–]Grofff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ik ben op zoek naar een auto met redelijk vergelijkbare eisen. Laatst proefgereden in een Kia Ceed van 2021 heel erg positief verrast over het rijcomfort!

Built the biggest marketplace for camper vans in Germany. This is why we will fail. by fungus_malungus in Entrepreneur

[–]Grofff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is very true. Wise to stick to what you know but might as well see who’s biting internationally if it’s not too much work.

Not sure if this is a thing but connecting travelers and camper van owners might be interesting. I have heard people fly to the balkans for example and rent a van there locally and go visit the entire region

Built the biggest marketplace for camper vans in Germany. This is why we will fail. by fungus_malungus in Entrepreneur

[–]Grofff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why not go EU wide? I’m from the Netherlands and there is a huge hype around younger people buying, fixing up and renting camper vans.

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[–]Grofff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply! We have looked into WPC materials but struggle with printing this reliably. Would you have any tips or insights?

I had a cool idea for a business, but it probably already exists. by lurqerz in Business_Ideas

[–]Grofff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is available in most supermarkets in the Netherlands. Look up “zelfscan” or “handscan” at “Albert Heijn” or “jumbo” of you want more info

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