The New Norm

Challenge: 

Recycling of plastics, specifically party cups

Conducted at The Polymers Center: 

Trials were conducted and the process developed to transform plastic cups into yarns and fabrics

Result: 

The company successfully creates clothing from plastic party cups 

Burlington Medical

Challenge: 

Improve performance and 

radiation protection products

Conducted at The Polymers Center: 

Trials were conducted to evaluate performance of new elastomer formulations

Result: 

The latest trial produced a new sheet elastomer with enhanced shielding properties and better aesthetic appearance. 

Aversion Technologies

Challenge: 

Create anti-rodent additives

for electrical wiring

Conducted at The Polymers Center: 

Trials were conducted for the development of masterbatches that repel rodents.

Result: 

Aversion products are sold all around the world. Aversion continues to work with The Polymers Center.

University of Virginia, Astronomy Department

Challenge: 

Development of telescope lens 

technology

Conducted at The Polymers Center: 

Trials were conducted to assist UVA’s researchers in creating compounds 

Result: 

Results to be published when 

research is completed

The Perfect Partner For Polymers Training

Challenge: 

Finding the perfect facility for polymers training is not easy

Conducted at The Polymers Center: 

Provides an environment highly conducive to learning, in the classroom and in the lab

Result: 

The Polymers Center has

become a preferred facility for the top polymers training companies

TerraSafe Materials

Challenge: 

Develop biodegradable food packaging products

Conducted at The Polymers Center: 

Tests and trials were conducted to evaluate new biomaterials

Result: 

Evaluation will determine which formulations should progress to next stages of development