Covestro announced that it currently is developing a range of filaments, powders and liquid resins for all common 3D printing methods. The company recently opened a new laboratory for 3D printing at its headquarters in Leverkusen, Germany. According to Covestro, the lab will soon be receiving additional equipment and is used by the company and its partners to develop material solutions and test them under practical conditions.
Amongst others, Covestro offers filaments for the fused filament fabrication (FFF) process, from flexible thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU) to high strength polycarbonate (PC). TPU is well suited for additive manufacturing thanks to its good abrasion resistance and elasticity. Typical applications are sports, footwear or automotive. PC grades transformed into filaments by partner Polymaker show good temperature stability and toughness. 3D-printed products made from these polycarbonates can be used in lighting, design and other applications that depend on good strength even with exposure to …
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About Covestro:
With sales of about €12.1bn in 2015 and 15,800 employees, Covestro is a global player in the field of polymers. It has around 30 sites throughout Europe, Asia and America, eight of which are world-scale production facilities. In addition, there are dozens of smaller more specialized technical centers around the world, providing personalized support and customized solutions.
Over recent years there has been a significant investment program to provide for a modern set-up of production assets as well as leading-edge technology, both to ensure a competitive position for many years to come. This well-invested asset base operates at a competitive cost position.
Solutions for crucial industries
In keeping with its vision “To make the world a brighter place,” Covestro seeks sustainable solutions for the major challenges of our times such as climate change, resource scarcity, population change and urbanization – providing the backdrop for favorable industry dynamics and opportunities for further growth. The company’s innovative products and solutions are used in crucial industrial sectors such as automotive, construction, wood and furniture, sports and leisure,electrical and electronics.
As a global leader in polyurethanes, Covestro develops and produces the components for rigid and flexible foams as well as for solid materials. Diverse applications range from mattresses and car seats to insulating materials for refrigeration appliances and buildings.
Versatile materials
Covestro is also the leader in the development and production of polycarbonates. Lightweight, tough and easy to shape, these high-performance plastics can be used in a wide variety of ways, and have large-scale use in industries such as automotive and construction.
As a world-leading supplier of raw materials for high-value coatings, adhesives and specialty chemicals, Covestro supplies these high-value niche products to protect and enhance the appearance of anything from cars, via furniture and flooring, applications in the sports and leisure sector through to cosmetic, textile and medical products.
