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Manchester Polymer Group (MPG)

The Manchester Polymer Group (MPG) is a local society, affiliated to The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, focussing on meeting the needs of its membership with polymer and elastomer interests in the North West

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The Manchester Polymer Group (MPG) is a local society, affiliated to the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, focusing on meeting the needs of its membership with polymer and elastomer interests in the North West. It exists to advance and develop all aspects of science, engineering, technology, and design as applied to the development, processing, application and sustainability of those products containing significant polymeric and elastomeric content.

MPG also promotes and supports training and practice in the polymer and elastomer disciplines and disseminates knowledge relating to those materials within its boundaries. It aims to support its members in career and professional development, provide opportunities for networking and promote the benefits of membership of the Institute. The Group is also involved in encouraging school pupils to consider a career in the STEM areas as well as keeping the public informed in debates around polymers and elastomers based on sound science concepts.

Polymer and Elastomer applications

Polymers are used across almost every sector including packaging, medical, building and construction, textiles, consumer products, most modes of transportation, electrical and electronics and industrial machinery. They are also particularly suitable for recycling. In the UK, more patents are filed each year in polymers than for other materials combined. There are constant innovations occurring that can help revolutionise industries such as shape-memory polymers, light-responsive polymers, and self-healing polymers.

Elastomers or Rubbers are used across a large range of domestic and industrial applications based on either natural rubber or an extensive array of synthetic rubbers.  Examples are tyres, automotive, gaskets, seals, electrical insulation, hoses, and drive belts, particularly where oil and chemical resistance and high temperature performance is necessary.

Things to look out for

  • Conference
  • 15–17 March 2022

Global Research & Innovation in Plastics Sustainability (GRIPS) 2022

GRIPS 2022 will focus on the best of UK and international activities which will lead to plastics being less likely to reach landfill, end up incinerated, or become fugitive in the environment.

Online
  • Conference
  • 10–11 May 2023

RubberCon 2023

Abstract deadline 16 December 2022. International conference discussing and addressing the benefits and challenges of using elastomers in innovative, advanced and emerging technologies.

Edinburgh

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  • Conference
  • 27–30 June 2022

IRC 2021

IRC 2021 has been moved to 2022 due to COVID. It will be covering all subjects of rubber technology, from raw materials through processing and testing to future applications. Key topics include: tyre, sustainability and future mobility.

  • Free
  • Lecture/Seminar
  • 28 June 2022

Interference Colours on Titanium: From Science to Art

2022 Art Lecture

  • Course
  • 29 June 2022

Critical Structural Integrity Challenges for Wind Energy in the UK

Exploring the materials and structural integrity challenges facing this growing industry

Grantham
Clive Fenn

Clive Fenn

Chair & Webmaster

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[email protected]
Phone:
01204 708839

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David Baker

David Baker

Secretary

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Phone:
01772 451970

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Stuart Patrick

Stuart Patrick

Co Webmaster

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Phone:
07762 735231

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MPG past events and relevant papers can be found by following this link

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Relations with IOM3 Affiliated Societies are managed by the IOM3 Local Affairs Committee, which reports to the IOM3 Members' Board. The IOM3 Advisory Council has 7 members elected to represent each of our Regions.

Gemma Dixon

Gemma Dixon

North West Regional Representative, IOM3 Advisory Council

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Other local societies in the North West Region

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Materials Society of Cumbria (MSC)

The Materials Society of Cumbria's mission is to be the voice of the materials, minerals and mining community in Cumbria.

Local Society Group

Manchester Metallurgical Society (MMS)

The Manchester Metallurgical Society (MMS) aims to provide a friendly atmosphere for students and professionals alike

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