Plastics

Makrolon® and Makrofol® show off smart surfaces that are both interactive and eco-friendly

Makroblend® UT helps Bear Robotics food service ‘bots run strong and last long

Covestro and MINTH provide Polycarbonate solutions for HiPhi X’s smart exterior design

Cooperating with Minth, the tier 1 auto supplier, Covestro provides Makrolon® and Bayblend® polycarbonate materials for the “smart B-pillar” of HiPhi X.

Makrolon® AG front hood

Toyota chose transparent Makrolon® AG polycarbonate for a car hood that changes from a black panel into a colorful display.

Makrolon® LED5302 LED lenses

Covestro worked with R. STAHL to create an explosion-proof luminaire using Makrolon® LED5302 transparent polycarbonate for lenses

Strong and sanitized

Ultraviolet C (UVC) light has a potent germicidal effect, and polycarbonate-based materials stand up to frequent disinfection.

Covestro APEC® 1745 helps improving dental care efficiency

APEC® 1745 is a medical high-heat polycarbonate specifically designed for steam sterilization at higher temperatures, whereas standard medical polycarbonate resins withstand lower temperature which require longer time to achieve sterilization.

High-performance dialyzer production

Rx2440 is a medical-grade polycarbonate specifically for device which needto be sterilized in oxygen free packaging using high-energy radiation (gamma or e-beam).

Makrolon® TC LED technology for swimming pool luminaires

Thanks to Makrolon® TC, Ecopyre Lighting was able to produce excellent luminaires for swimming pools

Material for advanced injector design

PC+ABS Bayblend® offers environmental-friendly flame retardant formula and pre-coloring choice for future connected injector.

Maezio® CFRTP bike parts

Maezio® CFRTP enables Ensinger Composites Schweiz to produce high-performance carbon crank levers at a competitive pricing and high volume

Driving innovation

GM’s 2019 Sierra 1500 LD Truck features a headlamp with a thick light bar formed with Makrolon® LED2245 polycarbonate from Covestro.

Smart automotive touch screens

Polycarbonates offer new design freedom for large, multi-touch screens that redefine the driving experience

A table for driving

New lightweight design with multi-functionality created in a partnership of three – based on Maezio® thermoplastic composites

Polycarbonate shines bright

Makrolon® TC polycarbonate delivers weight savings while reducing complexity in the LED fog lamp housing.

Li-ion battery cell holder

Materials from Henkel and Covestro deliver an innovative approach to large-scale cylindrical li-ion battery module assembly.

Pirouette Medical auto-injector

Makrolon® 2458 polycarbonate meets design, manufacturing and end-use needs.

Animal drug delivery device

Covestro polycarbonates lend chemical and impact resistance to RxActuator’s wearable infusion pump for animals.

Active compression device

Tough, lightweight Covestro polycarbonates give a leg up to smart, wearable, active compression device prototype from ElastiMed.

Vortex Surgical Internal Delivery Device

Makrolon® for a disposable biocompatible ophthalmic surgical device.

Innovative composite seat backs

Maezio®-based composite seat backs offer lightweight performance and sustainability benefits for electric vehicles

Resiliency and balance

Tough and chemical-resistant Makroblend® M525 PC+polyester blend helps create the durable yet lightweight Apollo wearable.

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

LED technology enables lighting OEMs to design lighting concepts that are sustainable, but there is always room for improvement. The diffusion properties of Makrolon® DQ5162 polycarbonate helps lighting OEMs push the boundaries of design … and sustainability.

Easy home cleaning

A cute but strong robotic vacuum made from Covestro materials

Large curved display console

Reinventing the interior display with thermoplastics

3D Light guides for edge lighting

Microstructured 3D light guides made of Makrolon® LED unlock innovative LED luminaires

UVEX Welding Goggles

Makrolon® FP3087 lets welders distinguish colors while welding

Panoramic car roof

Makrolon® AG was the high-performance choice for the panoramic roof of Bugatti’s Veyron

GERHARDI strips

Creating customizable car interiors with thermoplastics such as Bayblend®

LED heatsinks

A thermally conductive Makrolon® TC especially for LED heatsinks

GreenPack® battery

Two Bayblend® resins enable quick and safe battery replacement

Porsche Design suitcase

Makrolon® improves travel with light and rugged Porsche Design suitcase

Capsule endoscopic camera

Makrolon® supports high-resolution diagnostic imaging per capsule endoscope

Arrow nocks

Makrolon® 2805 supports unerring quality in archery equipment

Wego New Life oxygenator

Makrolon® makes Wego New Life’s oxygenators safe and durable

VLUX Futurix LED series

Makrolon® outdoor LED lamp covers for VLUX withstand the elements

Urban e-vehicle

Urban e-vehicle concept convinces automakers with innovative thermoplastics

GERHARDI car tailpipe

Expanded auto part design possibilities with light, heat-resistant Apec®

Single-part tailgate concept study

Makrolon® enables lighter automotive components like tailgates

Glass-like sunroof bezel

Extra-large sunroof bezel made with black Makrolon® AX 2675 polycarbonate

Kenall Manufacturing LEDs

Makrolon® provides superior light dispersion for parking garage LEDs

LED heat sinks

Rethinking LED heat sinks with thermally conductive Makrolon® TC

Grammer railway seatback

Railway seat backed by flame-retardant Bayblend® FR411 MT

Future interior concept

Customized, connected automotive interior with innovative polymers

ARRI LED lampheads

Makrolon® lenses for next-gen ARRI LED entertainment lighting

Audi A7 tailgate

We offer design support and premium materials for exclusive automotive exteriors

Alta Motors battery pack

Creating sturdy EV battery housing for Alta Motors with Makroblend®

Safepole

Bayblend® PC resin promotes safer healthcare settings

Hella Eco StreetLine LED

Makrolon® LED grade optimized for energy saving streetlamp

Enable Injections

Makrolon® and Bayblend® enable on-body drug delivery innovation

More sustainable plastics

Alternative raw materials, new recycling methods, design approaches and joint solutions are making plastics more circular.

Shaping a circular future for electrical and electronics

Covestro is committed to providing a full range of more sustainable solutions for electrical and electronics industry.

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

Thinner and Stronger, Smart Design Made Simple

Managing Healthcare with Consumer Electronics

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

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.

Improved Chemical Resistance

Durable Materials for Medical Device Housings and Hardware from Covestro

EV thermoplastics

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

EV battery pack design

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

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.

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.

Material solutions for high-performance 5G connectivity

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

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.

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.

Polycarbonates power new mobility and more sustainable solutions

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

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.

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.

Smart speaker all-material solution system

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

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.

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.

Concept shoe with focus on more sustainability

Covestro develops technology for concept shoes

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.

Maezio® thermoplastic composites: robust in-car materials

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

Medical polycarbonate

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

Innovative technologies enabling secure identity documents

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

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.

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

Makrolon® Rx3440 for better performing IV connectors

Covestro developed Makrolon® Rx3440 for better performing IV connectors.

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.

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.

Polycarbonates for battery thermal management

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

Reimagining forward lighting with mono-material headlamp

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

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

Polycarbonate materials for complex in-car displays

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

Polycarbonate Resin

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

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.

Polycarbonates bring new material possibilities for electric powertrains

Polycarbonates support new requirements for electric powertrains with innovative material solutions

Taking charge of future EV infrastructures

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

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.

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

When only strong will do

Introducing a new portfolio of medical glass-filled polycarbonates.

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.

In House furniture

Colorful polycarbonate creates chairs with style & strength

From bumper to bumper

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

Initiating collaboration and inspiring innovation

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

Reimagining front end design

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

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.

Going the distance with next-gen performance footwear

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

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.

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.

Maezio®brings lightweight strength, scale and sustainability to instrument cases

Thermoplastic composites open up new possibilities for premium hard-shell instrument cases