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London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan Polymer Centre (LMPC) is a core part of the Sir John Cass Department of Art, Media & Design (JCAMD). LMPC provides a range of academic support services to the polymer and allied creative and manufacturing industries through teaching, training, research, technical support and consultancy.

LMPC is recognised throughout the British polymer industry and has a worldwide reputation for its courses and expertise.

Equipment and expertise
LMPC boasts a comprehensive range of equipment for processing, testing & characterisation of plastics and rubbers. These facilities complement JCAMD’s extensive workshops and studios equipped to cover work from rapid prototyping, material technologies & design to applied and fine art. Together, they boast an extensive facility in materials processing for the creative industries.

The Centre’s staff have industrial experience and are able to keep up-to-date with the latest developments in the polymer field through continued contact with industry.

Polymer processing:			Polymer testing and analysis:
Injection Moulding			Physical & Mechanical Properties
Extrusion Processes			Thermal Analysis
ompression Moulding			Rheological / Flow Properties
Blow Moulding			Material Identification and Analysis
Vacuum Forming
Compounding
Recycling
Mould and Die Design
Rubber Technology

Research
LMPC undertakes R & D projects in collaboration with companies, some of which are sponsored by research funding organisations.

Recent projects have included developing guttering systems from recycled PET bottles, analysing the life of recycled polyolefins in outdoor applications such as garden furniture and developing lightweight beams for the construction industry.

Other projects include developing material and processing solutions for pharmaceutical and sports products and toys.

Gain qualifications whilst working
LMPC offers a full range of qualifications through flexible learning to help people combine study with their work commitments. Flexible learning opportunities include distance learning, short courses and day release. All courses have opportunities for hands-on practical experience.

Academic qualifications:
MRes, MPhil and PhD research qualifications are also available.

NC Polymer Technology
HNC Polymer Engineering
BEng Polymer Engineering
BSc Sports Product Design
MSc Polymer Science & Engineering
MSc Plastics Product Design
MSc Plastics Product Design with Management
MSc Plastics Product Design with Marketing
MSc Manufacture and Design for Polymer Products

Short courses:
The Centre offers an extensive range of short courses (3 - 5 day duration) including:

Introduction to Rubber / Plastics Technology
Principles of Injection Moulding
Introduction to / Advanced Injection Mould Design
Plastics Product Design
Plastics Properties and Materials Selection
Rubber: Design / Processing
Product Development & Recycling