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Celebrating 35 Years in Plastic Film Business Development: Harold Von Spreckelsen When Harold Von Spreckelsen joined Achilles USA in January 1990, he saw an intriguing opportunity in marketing and business development that quickly grew into a long-term calling. Over 35 years, he has helped shape Achilles USA’s direction through meaningful projects, customer partnerships, and global collaboration in the plastic film industry. What began as “an interesting job” became a career

In environments where static control, visibility, and fire safety are critical, the Achilles Seiden series offers a high-performance solution. Engineered for use in cleanrooms, darkrooms, ESD-safe areas, and industrial partitions, Seiden films combine conductive technology , flame resistance , and optical clarity to meet stringent industrial standards. Unveiling the Seiden Product Types Let’s explore the different Seiden product types and their applications. Black Seiden-F

What Does UV Radiation Do to Plastic Films? Plastic films, especially those used outdoors, are constantly exposed to UV radiation from sunlight. Over time, this exposure can cause: Yellowing or discoloration Loss of tensile strength and flexibility Surface cracking or chalking Decreased transparency and performance These effects not only reduce product life but can also lead to safety or aesthetic concerns in end-use applications like marine enclosures, tents, awnings, signag