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Welcome to the Polymer Society

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

The road to recovery

Recession or recovery?
The UK economy is said to have clawed its way out of its deepest recession since the 1930s, but are we out of the woods yet? Gary Price and Rachel Connolly talk to representatives from various technical communities about the difficult financial year that has passed and what may lie ahead.
Materials World Magazine, 01 Mar 2010

Call for papers for Materials Congress

Materials Congress 2010 – Materials for Extreme Environments and Times is inviting papers until 31 March. To be held from 20-23 September in Kuala Lumpur, the technical programme will explore materials and processes that can meet industry and society demand.
IOM3, 10 Feb 2010

Sign up to the Plastics 2020 Challenge

Plastics in our marine and beach litter negatively affect the public and media views and perceptions of plastic products. The British Plastics Federation has opened up dialogue with all stakeholders through the Plastics 2020 Challenge website.
Polymers, 05 Mar 2010
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Features

Special section – Sparking ideas for UK manufacturing

With concerns about the state of UK manufacturing, Meagan Ellis takes a look at niche fields where UK firms are making a name for themselves and the challenges that lie ahead.

Materials World Magazine, 01 Jul 2009

Polyethylene for water - polymer pipes

Polyethylene pipe systems may provide solutions for the global water challenge. It is argued that they are cost effective accross the lifecycle and that ease of laying offers environmental benefits.
Materials World Magazine, 01 Jan 2009

Studying polymers - neutron scattering and ISIS

Professor Dame Julia Higgins, former Principal of the Faculty of Engineering at Imperial College London, UK, explains neutron scattering  with reference to the £200m second target station to complement the existing neutron source at ISIS, UK, which will be optimised for the production of long-wavelength neutrons.
Materials World Magazine, 01 Jan 2009
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Events

PRIM Golden Jubilee International Polymer Conference

16 Mar 2010 - 17 Mar 2010, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
The Plastics & Rubber Institute Malaysia Golden Jubilee International Polymer Conference

SWWPG Dinner/ Lecture - Chocolate

16 Mar 2010, Swindon, UK
Meet with colleagues & friends for an excellent four course dinner followed by a short lecture on chocolate
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