DSM Elastomers manufactures synthetic rubbers (EPDM) for use in cars and other
transportation vehicles, white goods, various industrial products and
construction materials and as motor-oil additives. The group is one of the
global market leaders in EPDM rubber with a market share of 20%. DSM
Elastomers has production plants in Geleen (Netherlands) and Triunfo (Brazil).
DSM Thermoplastic Elastomers is the #2 global producer of TPVs (EPDM-based –
fully vulcanized – thermoplastic elastomers). These TPVs are used in a wide
variety of applications including automotive, consumer, electrical, food,
building, medical and industrial applications. DSM Thermoplastic Elastomers
operates plants in Genk (Belgium) and Leominster, Massachusetts (United
States) and has its global headquarters in Leominster.
Strategy
DSM Elastomers works to maintain its position as the
global development leader in the EPDM market by constantly renewing its
product range and maintaining the low cost position of its plants in Geleen
and Triunfo.
DSM Thermoplastic Elastomers’ strategy is to maximize the growth of TPV,
replacing thermoset rubber and PVC, through the development of new advanced
technology solutions.
