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Polymer Group

A community of professionals with a shared technical interest in polymers, supporting the development of sustainable polymer supply chains

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The IOM3 Polymer Group (formerly the Polymer Society) is a community of professionals with a shared technical interest in polymers, led by a team of volunteers. The group supports the development of future sustainable polymer supply chains by facilitating knowledge exchange and actively engaging in consultations and policy shaping. The group seeks to embed sustainability and circular principles into all aspects of production, processing, application and recovery and covers all technical, educational and professional considerations related to polymers. The group includes the former Polymer Processing & Engineering Committee. 

Latest polymer news & resources

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2 February 2023

Plastics, Rubber and Composites, Vol. 52, No. 2, ready to read

Papers include Improved mechanical and water absorption properties of epoxy-bamboo long natural fibres composites by eco-friendly Na2CO3 treatment, and Evaluation of lignin as potential green filler in an optimally designed solution grade styrene–butadiene rubber (SSBR) based tyre tread compound.

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1 February 2023

Characterising microplastics project calls for participants

International standardisation network VAMAS is leading a project to standardise methodologies for characterising microplastics.

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20 January 2023

IOM3 responds to proposed Deposit Return Scheme introduction

The Institute counters UK government's vision to introduce a Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers following member input.

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I believe the purpose and values of the Polymer Group have never been so important. Polymers will no doubt play a key role in the future of energy and resources, food, health, mobility & infrastructure and communication.

David Hughes

Polymer Group Chair

 

Join the IOM3 polymer community (logged in members only) and receive updates about the latest relevant news, technical content and events. 

 

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  • 16 February 2023

High Temperature Testing with HotPIP

Exploring a new technique for gathering mechanical property data at elevated temperatures

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  • 9 March 2023

Advances in Model-based Control for the Process Industry

Cross-sector fireside chat focussing on decarbonisation and process efficiencies in the polymer, steel and light metals industries. A collaborative project between IOM3 and the Nordic country Chambers of Commerce.

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  • 14 March 2023

An Introduction to Mechanical Testing 2023

An introduction of the principles of testing and its importance

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