About Polymers

A polymer is a so-called macromolecule - a 2-D chain or 3-D network built from a large number of small individual molecules. The individual molecules are called monomers and through a chemical reaction they form a polymer. This process is called polymerization. Through polymerization a material is created that can be used to make a tangible product. More common names for materials based on polymers are for example plastic, rubber, composite, paint, coating, fiber and glue. Polymers are seldomly used in their pure form. Formulations with other components, such as chemicals (additives), other polymers (blends) or filler or fiber components (composites), are necessary to yield a material that meets the demands of the specific application.

Polymeric materials allow for an ever-growing, almost endless number of opportunities. Their applicability and performance are constantly improved. They have moved far beyond their initial applications as ‘simple' construction or packaging materials. Today's polymers are high-tech. They can, for example, perform therapeutic functions by replacing or repairing damaged tissue in the human body. Polymers are able to conduct electricity and light. They can transform light into energy or vice versa. This is just to give you a taste of what polymers can do. Browsing through our site we hope you are inspired by polymers and their extraordinary properties. Triggered by what you see? Contact us and we gladly help you innovate.