
Shaping the Future
of Medical Polymers and Materials
Join a global community advancing innovation in medical devices and the healthcare industry.
Who We Are
The Society of Plastics Engineers – Medical Plastics Division is a global network of professionals dedicated to advancing the use of polymers in medical devices and pharmaceutical applications.
Our mission is to provide a platform for the exchange of technical knowledge and to foster collaboration across the MedTech ecosystem. Through our programming at events like our annual MiniTec programs and ANTEC, we deliver cutting-edge insights and practical knowledge on emerging materials, processing methods, and regulatory trends.
Quick Stats:
- 450+ Members
- 23 Countries
- Leading companies represented: Eli Lilly, Johnson & Johnson, DuPont, Covestro, AstraZeneca
What We Do

Technical Conferences
ANTEC, MiniTec at MD&M West, MiniTec at MD&M MidWest

Networking
Network with industry leaders and experts, career connections

Knowledge Exchange
Publications, webinars, white papers

Academic Outreach
Student poster sessions, university partnerships
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News & Insights
- Glenn Beall: A Legacy of Innovation in Plastics Design
- SPE – Happy Hour Speaker Series: Thermoplastic Hydrogel-Elastomer Composites Through Compatibilization with Common Copolymer End-Blocks
- Call for Posters for MD&M Midwest 2025 – Medical Polymers Conference
- Medical Polymers – Call for Speakers 2025-2026
- 2024 – Thank You to Our Sponsors