Christopher Isar

If materials could talk, Christopher Isar would be their interpreter. Since February 2011, he's helped builders, fabricators, and engineers turn "Which plastic should I use?" into "Here's exactly why this works." An IAPD Level 2—certified guide with a soft spot for shop-floor reality, Chris writes the kind of clear, no-nonsense resources he wishes he'd had on day one.

He believes great advice starts with straight talk and ends with follow-through. That's why his pieces read like a conversation with a trusted friend: honest about trade-offs, quick to respond to the what-ifs, and always chasing a better way to do the job. He's endlessly curious, and he brings that curiosity to every guide, comparison, and how-to he publishes.

Ask his favorite material and you'll get a different answer every season. Today it's Boltaron, because watching customers turn it into unique, beautiful parts never gets old. Tomorrow? Whatever helps someone out there solve a real-world problem faster.

Chris calls Las Vegas home, but you'll often find him wandering the aisles and ideas at Interstate Plastics' Sacramento headquarters. There, he pressure-tests explanations, trims jargon, and turns complex specs into plain-English choices that save people time, money, and headaches.

His north star is simple: earn trust, stay curious, move quickly for customers, and continually improve. Page after page, project after project, that's the work. And if you've ever wondered whether PTFE beats UHMW for wear, or when PEEK is worth the splurge, Chris has a story (and a solid reason) to share.