Our materials expertise is the basis for all further production steps
As a technology leader in the field of particle foams, we combine in-depth knowledge of materials with state-of-the-art technology to develop high-performance molded parts and complex housing systems with exceptional properties for you. The thermoplastic granules, which consist of 95 % air, impress with their low density (15 to 400 g/l), high mechanical strength and excellent thermal insulation properties. They therefore offer enormous potential for lightweight construction.
The granules are made either in a reactor (suspension polymerization) or on an extrusion line with gas loading and underwater granulation to generate beads that are as spherical as possible. Either way, we use granulates that are perfectly tailored to your specific requirements. Our material expertise creates solutions that are both technically and economically convincing. It forms the basis for sustainable and innovative products in a wide range of industries.
Innovation through material modification and new development
The development of new materials begins with knowledge of their limits. Only when we understand these can we select the right material based on specific applications. But what if the requirements go beyond the known material properties? In such cases, innovative solutions are required. Through material refinement and close cooperation with our network partners, we offer numerous approaches for the further development of materials.
The right choice of material for optimum product solutions
A crucial factor for a product’s success is selecting the right material. It must not only meet the specific requirements of the final product, but also comply with regulatory standards. At RUCH NOVAPLAST, precise material selection is at the core of our work. Thanks to years of intensive research and comprehensive material characterization, we are able to compare the various materials based on their properties and find the best solution for each individual project. This process is further enhanced by the extensive expertise of our specialists, whose experience plays a key role in material selection and ensures you receive well-founded, expert consultation.
We do not allow ourselves to be limited by the boundaries of existing materials for our product solutions. Instead, we push the boundaries of materials to produce our innovative product solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Materials Expertise
Learn more about the production of granules, the unique properties of cellular foams, and the possibilities for further developing materials to meet specific requirements.
Cellular foams such as EPP are among the highest-performance lightweight construction materials available: They consist of 95% air, giving them an extremely low density of just 15 to 400 g/l. Nevertheless, these lightweight materials offer high mechanical strength and excellent thermal insulation properties. This combination of lightness, stability, and insulation makes cellular foams one of the most versatile lightweight materials.
In the production of thermoplastics for particle foam, pellets are produced in two different ways: either through suspension polymerization in a reactor or on an extrusion line with gas injection followed by underwater pelletization. Both polymer production processes aim to produce beads that are as spherical as possible, which can be optimally processed into particle foam molded parts. RUCH NOVAPLAST relies on granules that are precisely tailored to the specific requirements of each project.
Yes. RUCH NOVAPLAST does not allow itself to be limited by the constraints of existing materials, but rather expands their capabilities specifically for individual customer projects. Through years of material characterization and research, the right solution is developed or adapted for every requirement.
RUCH NOVAPLAST maintains a broad network of partners from research and development, industry associations, raw material suppliers, and regional partners. This also includes participation in publicly funded research projects.
