Elastomer Competence Centre | University of Twente

What is the ECC?

The Elastomer Competence Centre (ECC) as expertise center combines the knowledge of applied elastomer with thermoplastic technology. We are active in the field of material and process development, filler and coating technology, characterization methods and recycling of polymers.

Material Characterization

Are you looking for a service centre that is doing all tests for you?

Is a specific analytical question of your interest?

Our laboratories are fully equipped for a wide range of compounding, testing and characterization of Elastomers, Thermoplastics and TPE´s.

Research and Innovation

Are you aiming to drive your project from idea to prototype?

Is the next innovation step your target and you need professional support?

We support innovation from the idea to prototype with outstanding scientific expertise and professional project management.

Individual Consulting

Do you need the experts from a high-tech University to discuss your ideas?

Is your company approaching new markets and you need to brainstorm new concepts?

With scientific know-how, long-time experience and a broad network we build a powerful link between research and applications.

Our Mission

With broad and well-proven know-how and a network throughout the polymer value chain we build a powerful link between the academic world and applied technology environment.

We support and facilitate customer demands by providing full service for small and medium-size projects. These projects benefit from a wide range of equipment for rubber and thermoplastic compounding, testing and characterization providing excellent value-added services.