Development of specific ceramic properties

We develop ceramics whose properties suit your requirements

The importance of the requirements specification

In order to develop suitable properties effectively, the first priority is a precise definition of your objectives.
The process begins by considering the requirements specification in terms of:

• target markets
• functionality/products
• forming processes

Developments tailored to your requirements

Our development work leads to:

• Improvements in the natural characteristics of the ceramic, such as: high hardness, low density, low thermal and electrical conductivities
• Increased resistance to severe and demanding environments: wear, high temperatures/thermal shock, ageing, climatic or chemical attack
• The introduction of new properties: water-repellency, antibacterial, etc.
• The bespoke colouring of ceramic parts: link
• Creating surprising properties for technical ceramics by integrating them into other materials: fabrics, varnishes, paints, solvents
• Adapting our formulation to its forming process

For information, the table below gives the natural properties of alumina and zirconia: