Performance Plastics | A leader in polymer product technology

Performance Plastics

Saint-Gobain Research North America's Performance Plastics R&D team uses advanced knowledge of materials, processing, and design to exceed customer needs. We drive to deliver higher performance and more environmentally friendly products, leading the market in mechanical, optical and electromagnetic performance, chemical protection, insulation and durability.

 

 

 

PPL GROUPS AT Saint-Gobain Research North America

Seals

Seals group develops critical parts

The Seals group develops critical parts that are used in core systems with challenging conditions, keeping these system protected and worry-free.

Tape Solutions

PPL group in NRDC develop foams and tapes for aeronautics market

The Tapes Solutions team develops distinctive adhesive tape and sealing foam used for bonding, protection, and insulation in demanding applications and extreme environments in the aeronautic, automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries.

Aero, Films & Fabrics

The Films group develops high performance solutions

The Aero, Films & Fabrics group develops high performance solutions for the photovoltaic, automotive, paint protection and healthcare markets. Our extruded coated films and laminates deliver flawless performance in extreme environments.

 

Bearings

The Bearings group provides composite bearings

The Bearings group provides the highest quality, custom designed composite bearings and tolerance rings for use in an extensive range of applications.

Life Sciences

The Life Science group develops products for the laboratory

The Life Sciences team develops high-performance products for the laboratory, medical and pharmaceutical markets.

Process Systems

The Process Systems group develops products for fluid transfer

The Process Systems group develops products for fluid transfer, high purity applications and sealing solutions.

 

 

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