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The Polymer Society exists to support the polymer supply chain by providing a focus for the exchange of knowledge on all aspects of polymer production, processing and applications. The Society's interests cover all technical, educational and professional considerations relating to polymers and materials where polymer content is significant. All individuals and companies in the polymer industry, as well as other individuals and companies who have an interest in materials, are encouraged to join the Institute to take advantage of the many benefits of individual membership or company membership. Read our mission statement

News

Last opportunity to enter IOM3 Medals and Prizes 2009

Candidates have until 19 December to submit nomination forms for the IOM3 Medals and Prizes 2009.
IOM3, 20 Nov 2008

Concorde Visit 21st June 2008

SWWPG and friends visit to Concorde at Airbus, Filton on Saturday the 21st June 2008.
SWWPG, 19 Nov 2008

Bursaries available for Boost your Career event

Student bursaries are available for the Boost your Career in Science and Engineering event, to be held in London on 21 January 2009.
IOM3, 05 Nov 2008
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Features

Leading the way in flexible packaging and films

David Read is determined to secure a fair trading environment for flexible packaging in the face of regulatory burdens and rising environmental awareness. The Chairman of the Packaging and Films Association talks to Gary Price about providing a voice for industry.
Packaging Professional Magazine, 17 Nov 2008

Sporty polymers — polymer use in sports equipment

Sporting performance is a complex mix of mechanics, physiology and psychology, which makes it difficult to ascribe improved performance to specific aspects of the equipment. While much sports apparatus must be light and stiff, favouring composites and polymers, the athlete is intimately connected to the equipment and so the transfer of force from product to athlete needs to be considered. The ability to alter dynamic properties in polymeric and polymer-matrix composites allows better optimisation of these materials for sporting applications, provided that the sporting action and hence materials merit indices can be determined.
Materials World Magazine, 01 Jun 2008

Paint scheme — A new process for automotive paint shops

A new in-mould painting process, called ‘IN-SPIRE’, it coats injection mouldings with a thermoset paint during production. The process is likely to find application in many sectors, with the automotive industry a major beneficiary.

Materials World Magazine, 01 Mar 2008
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Events

British Excellence in Composite Materials

11 Dec 2008, London, UK
One-day conference and poster exhibition showcasing the best research at the forefront of UK composites.

Recycling of Rubber

12 Dec 2008, London, UK
This event is suitable for those involved in designing rubber formulations and in the manufacture of rubber articles.

Multilayer Packaging Films 2008

24 Nov 2008 - 26 Nov 2008, Cologne, GERMANY
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Jobs

Materials Engineer, Bombardier

Excellent Salary + Benefits,Derby, UK
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