Short for Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene , UHMW is a thermoplastic material that is known for a wide range of beneficial properties. Not only is it both FDA and NSF compliant, but when compared to alternatives it also offers far better abrasive resistance as well. Filled varieties are also available - including those with both gas and oil - making it versatile and ideal for any applications that require an extreme level of strength. UHMW has been growing in popularity for quite some time and now, a recent report has all but confirmed it. According to the experts at Corporate Ethos , the global UHMW market is looking quite prosperous between 2022 and at least 2028 for a variety of different reasons. The Future of UHMW: An Overview The good news is that this market rebound comes at a much-needed time, when the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted production in both the United States and Europe. Organizations that are having their manufacturing duties handled in China have bee...