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Covestro’s thin-wall flame-retardant solution makes electronics thinner, lighter, prettier, and more durable

Thinner and Stronger, Smart Design Made Simple

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Managing Healthcare with Consumer Electronics

Covestro explores the combination of both style and reliability in consumer healthcare devices.

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Smarter consumer experience with high-heat resistant APEC

APEC® is the high-heat resistant polycarbonate co-polymer which can be applied to devices where high-heat resistance is required.

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Improved Chemical Resistance

Durable Materials for Medical Device Housings and Hardware from Covestro

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EV thermoplastics

A range of thermoplastic polycarbonates from Covestro meet requirements for electric vehicle (EV) battery enclosures.

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EV battery pack design

Steps are being taken today to make future battery technology a reality for electric vehicles.

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Blockchain traceability for plastics in the auto industry

Covestro worked with Porsche and Circularise, using digital blockchain technology to trace plastics in the value chain.

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Upcycling makes plastic waste the raw material of the future

Our mechanical upcycling transforms plastic waste into a traceable, high-quality material for new electronic products.

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Material solutions for high-performance 5G connectivity

Covestro can help optimize mmWave signal transmission and heat management with the versatility of Makrolon® polycarbonate.

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One material unleashing endless LED light possibilities

Covestro is innovating with a single plastic material to empower LED functionality – from security cameras to smart lamps.

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Recycled plastics: material solutions for cars of the future

Recycling high-value plastics and developing new material technologies help the car industry become more sustainable.

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Polycarbonates power new mobility and more sustainable solutions

As fully electric mobility solutions grow, versatile polycarbonates can help address new challenges for these applications.

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Agile approach to mobility manufacturing brings designs to lifeMicrofactories support creativity and innovation, putting future mobility designs on the fast-track.

Microfactories support creativity and innovation, putting future mobility designs on the fast-track.

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New mobility solution for the home stretch

Micromobility is emerging as an efficient, easy-to-use and cost-efficient alternative to walking and even driving for short-distance trips.

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Smart speaker all-material solution system

Covestro smart speaker all-material solution system can improve sound quality, and contribute to the Circular Economy.

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Covestro: tough, light materials for EV charging stations

Covestro is helping to ease the e-mobility infrastructure bottleneck with tough, light materials for EV charging stations.

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CMF design goes digital in virtual sample library

Our virtual sample library connects designers with a wide range of material solutions and new CMF design possibilities.

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Concept shoe with focus on more sustainability

Covestro develops technology for concept shoes

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Translating CMF trends into purposeful strategy and design

Alongside Chris Lefteri Design, we created 2021-2022 CMF trends brochures and aesthetic toolkits to inspire designers.

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Maezio® thermoplastic composites: robust in-car materials

Maezio® thermoplastic composites (CFRTP) offer a slim, lightweight, production-ready solution for in-car materials.

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Medical polycarbonate

Medical grade polycarbonate from Covestro supports a variety of established and emerging applications.

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Innovative technologies enabling secure identity documents

The latest technologies by Covestro enable both optimal security and efficient production of ID documents

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Advantages of Makrofol® ID polycarbonate films for identification documents

Identification documents require special substrate materials to help prevent counterfeiting; which is why more government agencies are turning to the advanced features of Makrofol®ID polycarbonate films for the manufacturing of ID documents.

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Rethinking the passport with innovative specialty films

In the passport arena, Covestro offers differentiated passport solutions leveraging its Makrofol® ID polycarbonate and Platilon® ID thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) films portfolio for the passport data page, hinge and booklet cover applications

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Makrolon® Rx3440 for better performing IV connectors

Covestro developed Makrolon® Rx3440 for better performing IV connectors.

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A tailored solution for LED headlamp housings and reflectors

Advanced materials are available today offering heat management, improved light output with weight and system cost reduction.

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Renewable mass-balanced raw materials for high-performance polycarbonates

Using renewable components, we’ve developed an innovative polycarbonate with the properties of conventional fossil products.

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Polycarbonates for battery thermal management

Fast-charging batteries require excellent battery thermal management – but what material solutions are available and how do they work?

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Reimagining forward lighting with mono-material headlamp

Drawing on legacy trends, yet firmly focused on the future, Covestro reimagines forward lighting with polycarbonates

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Polycarbonates: a designer’s dream for future car displays

PC materials and films from Covestro give automotive interior designers and engineers the freedom to follow their inspiration

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Polycarbonate materials for complex in-car displays

As in-car screens expand, we have developed advanced polycarbonate production technologies for seamless touchscreen consoles.

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Polycarbonate Resin

Engineering thermoplastic polycarbonate from Covestro enhances the design and functionality of products in a wide variety of markets.

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Materials form a strong bond for durable medical wearables

We worked with Teknor Apex to evaluate the adhesion and chemical resistance of medical-grade polycarbonates and TPEs.

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Polycarbonates bring new material possibilities for electric powertrains

Polycarbonates support new requirements for electric powertrains with innovative material solutions

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Taking charge of future EV infrastructures

Our Covestro team collaborated with young design talent to explore scenarios for future EV charging station infrastructures.

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High crash protection for EV batteries at low cost and weight

Covestro developed a crash absorber, based on Makroblend® polycarbonate blend, to protect EV batteries during collisions.

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Jochen Hardt’s insights on future mobility

Jochen Hardt, Vice President Global Marketing Mobility at Covestro, shares the latest trends and insights on must-have materials for mobility

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Introducing a new portfolio of low friction polycarbonates

Low Friction Makrolon® delivers smoother dosage of pharmaceuticals to your drug delivery device, while improving control and reliability for the patient or healthcare professional.

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When only strong will do

Introducing a new portfolio of medical glass-filled polycarbonates.

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In House furniture

Colorful polycarbonate creates chairs with style & strength

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From bumper to bumper

During K 2019, we showcased future-forward automotive concepts that meet new demands for emerging technologies.

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Initiating collaboration and inspiring innovation

At the renewed Innovation Center in Japan, Covestro customers can use cutting-edge tech to develop new automotive solutions.

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Reimagining front end design

Covestro is showcasing what’s next in front end design with a forward lighting demonstrator and front grille concept.

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Reinvention of seamless mobility with a premium interior concept

The Covestro interior concept illustrates the car of the future: a multifunctional, mobile living and working space.

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Going the distance with next-gen performance footwear

Athletic footwear combines comfort, performance and style with the help of Covestro materials.

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Polycarbonate made from recycled plastics

Covestro developed new grades of Makrolon® polycarbonate and Bayblend® polycarbonate blends made from post-consumer recycled plastics. It has been broadly used in consumer electronic devices, such as laptops and mobile phone chargers.

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The future of drug delivery is now

We’re pushing boundaries with our drug delivery concept that delivers needed comfort, dose accuracy, patient adherence and reliability.

Plastics

Covestro’s thin-wall flame-retardant solution makes electronics thinner, lighter, prettier, and more durable

Makrolon® AG front hood

Managing Healthcare with Consumer Electronics

Smarter consumer experience with high-heat resistant APEC

Covestro’s thin-wall flame-retardant solution makes electronics thinner, lighter, prettier, and more durable

Makrolon® AG front hood

Managing Healthcare with Consumer Electronics

Smarter consumer experience with high-heat resistant APEC

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Material for advanced injector design

Maezio® CFRTP bike parts

Driving innovation

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Polycarbonate shines bright

Li-ion battery cell holder

Pirouette Medical auto-injector

Animal drug delivery device

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Vortex Surgical Internal Delivery Device

Innovative composite seat backs

Resiliency and balance

Makrolon® diffusion grades light the way to enhanced design and sustainability

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3D Light guides for edge lighting

UVEX Welding Goggles

Panoramic car roof

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LED heatsinks

GreenPack® battery

Porsche Design suitcase

Capsule endoscopic camera

Arrow nocks

Wego New Life oxygenator

VLUX Futurix LED series

Urban e-vehicle

Single-part tailgate concept study

GERHARDI car tailpipe

Glass-like sunroof bezel

Kenall Manufacturing LEDs

LED heat sinks

Grammer railway seatback

Future interior concept

ARRI LED lampheads

Audi A7 tailgate

Alta Motors battery pack

Safepole

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Embr Wave

Enable Injections

BMZ home energy storage

Powerheart® G5 AED

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Latest Stories

Covestro’s thin-wall flame-retardant solution makes electronics thinner, lighter, prettier, and more durable

Managing Healthcare with Consumer Electronics

Smarter consumer experience with high-heat resistant APEC

Improved Chemical Resistance

EV thermoplastics

EV battery pack design

Blockchain traceability for plastics in the auto industry

Upcycling makes plastic waste the raw material of the future

Material solutions for high-performance 5G connectivity

One material unleashing endless LED light possibilities

Recycled plastics: material solutions for cars of the future

Polycarbonates power new mobility and more sustainable solutions

Agile approach to mobility manufacturing brings designs to lifeMicrofactories support creativity and innovation, putting future mobility designs on the fast-track.

New mobility solution for the home stretch

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