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Helping companies in the polymers industry protect their innovations, tackle emerging trends, and overcome the challenges driving the future of materials and manufacturing.

At the forefront of materials science, polymers are reshaping possibilities across sectors, from sustainable solutions to advanced manufacturing breakthroughs. With extensive industry knowledge and decades of experience supporting innovators, we help clients protect and maximise the value of these groundbreaking technologies. More than just advisors, we deliver tailored, lasting support to help your business thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Trusted by leading business

We’re proud to work alongside some of the most innovative names in the polymers industry, from startups and SMEs to large multinationals.

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Protecting your innovation

We help companies, researchers and manufacturers in the polymers industry protect their innovations and intellectual property rights.

Identifying patentable innovations

Guiding clients through the patent landscape to find the best protection strategy for their innovations. Whether you’re a startup or multinational, technical innovator or sustainable pioneer, our expertise helps you identify which innovations to protect and how to safeguard them.

Addressing infringement issues

Navigating potential patent violations in the evolving polymers industry. Our legal and technical expertise helps prevent misuse, taking action to resolve infringements while also ensuring your business avoids infringing on existing patents.

Driving strategic patent monitoring

Implementing tailored patent strategies and leveraging government-backed schemes like WBSO and innovation box to reduce tax on R&D projects. Long term, we ensure compliance with regulatory changes so clients can adapt to shifts in the market.

Managing formalities and enforcing rights

Drafting detailed patent applications and defining invention claims for maximum protection. Our team manages the formalities across jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations to safeguard IP rights.

Working alongside an entire industry

Our attorneys are engaged across the entire energy sector, supporting a wide range of clients. Here’s a glimpse into the innovations we’re working on, with projects spanning several areas.

Sustainable solutions for polymers

  • Creating polymers from bio-based materials to improve biodegradability and reduce environmental impact

  • Enhancing the durability and reliability of recycled plastics to create high-quality, long-lasting materials

Advanced manufacturing and 3D printing

  • Developing plastics with additives for laser direct structuring, crucial for manufacturing high-performance components like smartphone antennas

  • Specialised filaments for 3D printing that improve quality, efficiency and precision

Medical device innovation

  • Coatings for medical devices like needles and stents that enhance visibility under ultrasound conditions

  • Materials for implants, surgical tools and diagnostic devices

Efficient waste management and recycling

  • Advanced processes for sorting and recycling household waste, ensuring valuable materials are reclaimed and reused

  • Projects focused on recycling agricultural plastic waste, such as hay bale wraps and super tie wraps

Scholle IPN

SUCCESS STORY

From patent to global growth: the innovation that transformed Scholle IPN

Scholle IPN transformed liquid dispensing with a refillable bag connector, reducing storage and transport space compared to bottles and jars. With our help in securing a patent, the innovation propelled the company into global expansion, including new international production facilities.

Growing trust: why customers choose us

View our success stories

"With EP&C as a partner, we can protect our advanced technology and stimulate innovation in the industry."

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Bart van Cleynenbreugel

Lampre

"Collaboration with EP&C has helped us protect our bio-based materials and build a strong foundation for growth."

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Anouk Boon

Avantium

"EP&C has been an invaluable partner for Sonocoat, helping us safeguard our innovative coatings and supporting our growth with their expert guidance and tailored solutions."

Jasper van Weerd Sonocoat

Jasper van Weerd

Sonocoat

Polymer patent protectors

Our attorneys have represented clients across a range of categories, from automotive to textiles, electronics and beyond. We ensure your innovations are not only protected but positioned for success.