Materials and Chemicals

Driving Sustainable Advances in Materials and Chemicals

Reliable materials information is a linchpin for the Materials and Chemicals Industry, influencing every stage of the product lifecycle from research and development to production, material quality control, and sustainability efforts. It is a fundamental asset for companies seeking to innovate, stay competitive, and meet the evolving demands of the market.

The industry bears a huge responsibility, as it plays a pivotal role in shaping the energy transition and socio-economic systems. With a focus on resilience, responsibility, low-carbon technologies, and circular economy initiatives, its role is critical in redefining global manufacturing and consumption patterns, thereby shaping a sustainable future.

Metals

This sub-sector focuses on the extraction, processing, and alloying of metals for diverse industrial applications, with an emphasis on creating more sustainable, lightweight, and high-strength metals.

Polymers

Dedicated to polymer production and innovation of synthetic polymers, this sub-sector is crucial in creating new plastic materials that are lighter, more durable, recyclable, and have a lower carbon footprint.

Advanced Materials Production

Development of materials with superior properties that are essential for high-tech applications to offer enhanced material performance, durability, and efficiency.

Materials and Chemicals Production Facilities

Specific materials for specialized applications keep manufacturing environments safe and limit downtime to drive efficiency.

Industry Challenges

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Developing materials that consistently meet the advanced performance and reliability standards demanded by customers and cutting-edge applications.

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Navigating complex worldwide standards and regulatory requirements while advancing towards greener and more sustainable practices.

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Managing risks related to raw material scarcity, and fluctuating market demands affecting material availability and cost.

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Balancing the high costs and resource-intensive nature of R&D activities necessary for developing advanced materials and sustainable alternatives.

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Solutions

Comprehensive Material Information

Access to accurate and up-to-date information on a wide range of materials to map production against global standards and apply material identification algorithms in quality control.

Sustainable Material Selection Tools

Utilize advanced sustainable material selection tools to minimize carbon footprint and find better-performing alternatives using the largest collection of cross-references available.

Regulatory Compliance Resources

Access over 300 monitored global regulations to help customers tackle complex compliance challenges, by providing reliable declarations for materials and product compliance.