Innovation support for a sustainable plastics value chain
Regulations such as ESPR, PPWR and stricter REACH requirements are changing the rules for the plastics industry, from material selection and design to what can be placed on the market. Most companies know what needs to be done, but making it work in existing products and processes is harder. RISE supports companies all the way from design and material selection to recycling and new business models, with expertise in plastics and polymeric materials, testing and innovation support.
We help you develop sustainable plastic solutions that work in practice.
Expertise
Design and material selection for sustainable plastics
Early decisions about polymer, additives and construction determine whether a product becomes a sustainable resource or an environmental liability. Smart choices reduce climate impact and simplify recycling. At RISE, we help you think it through from the very start.
Solution
Development and scale-up of sustainable plastic solutions
At RISE, we have processing equipment for compounding, injection moulding and extrusion. We test new material formulations, vary process parameters and produce samples for evaluation. Our equipment and capacity cover the laboratory to pilot scale, enabling us to support companies with both product d...
Expertise
Testing, validation, certification of polymeric materials and products
For a successful market introduction of new materials and products, a solid knowledge of function as well as safety and environmental performance is required today. The demand for labels and certificates that verify sustainability and circularity is increasing from both customers and regulations.
Solution
Plastic recycling
Do you have plastic waste that could become a new raw material, or a product that needs to incorporate recycled material? RISE helps you develop and verify plastic recycling solutions across the entire value chain – from recycling technologies and material development to testing, quality assurance a...
Network
National center for sustainable plastics
The National Centre for Sustainable Plastics brings together industry, academia, research institutes and industry associations to strengthen the competitiveness of Sweden’s plastics manufacturing industry.
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Circular and sustainable plastics - the newsletter
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Featured services
Service
Testing of plastic pipes according to European and International standards.
The Pipe Centre offers a variety of services that range from testing, evaluation and assistance with certification, to troubleshooting and R&D in materials, products and their use in pipe systems.
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RePolymer test program – measurable quality for recycled plastics
Reliable material data is key to replacing virgin polymers with recycled alternatives. RISE offers an industry-driven testing program delivering independent, comparable, and reproducible results, enabling confident decisions, faster product development, and more sustainable solutions.
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Characterization of plastic materials according to EN standards 2025
There are several new standards that define how traceability and recycled content in plastic products should be documented and verified. Examples of test standards are SS-EN 15345 (PP), EN 15342 (PS) and EN 15344 (PE).
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Karakterisering av polymera blandningar
Behöver du bestämma halten av en viss polymer i komplexa blandningar? Söker du efter metoder för att identifiera biobaserade polyestrar, tex PLA, eller vill du bestämma vilka olika polymerer som ingår i ett okänt eller kontaminerat material?
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Testing of cellular products and materials
Expanded polymaterial is used in a wide range of applications – from building insulation and packaging to vehicle components and technical solutions. To ensure that the products meet requirements for quality, safety and durability, thorough testing is essential. Examples of test methods are EN ISO 2...
Why choose RISE
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Independent, accredited data you can trust
– As an independent, accredited institute, RISE provides comparable, verified results – from testing piping systems to documenting material content – that stand up to scrutiny from customers, authorities and evolving regulations. 02
Access to funded innovation opportunities
– We can connect development projects to public co-funding opportunities, such as Vinnova, EU programmes and similar initiatives – helping you reduce the cost and risk of innovation. 03
A neutral meeting place for the entire value chain
– We bring product owners, material producers, recyclers, academia and public authorities together to drive cross-sector innovation. We believe this is essential to making the transition both realistic and faster. 04
Meet new EU and regulatory requirements
– New regulations are placing increasing demands on material content, chemicals and traceability. We help companies understand and meet EU requirements for plastic products through analysis, documentation and technical support. 05
Confident guidance through a changing regulatory landscape
– With PPWR, SUPD, WEEE, ESPR and REACH evolving rapidly, we help you understand what the requirements actually mean for your specific products and processes.Relevant areas for you
Circular transition
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Production and manufacturing
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Chemical products and processes
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Packaging
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Climate adaptation
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