CAPCE's seven laboratories have extensive capabilities in polymer and composite processing and related technologies. The CAPCE laboratories include:
•    Injection Molding Laboratory
•    Composite Processing Laboratory
•    Extrusion Laboratory
•    Snap-Fit Laboratory
•    Rheology Laboratory
•    Analytical Laboratories
•    Microfabrication Laboratory

OBIC recently submitted two Wright Project proposals related to key bioproduct initiatives. If these programs relate to your business initiatives, please contact OBIC to learn more about how you can participate.

Industrial collaborators may be able to utilize cutting edge technologies, train future employees, and lessen costs associated with bioproduct projects by collaborating on one of OBIC's Wright Project proposals. This program provides capital funding ($1.0 – $3.0 million) with no more than 25% or $500,000 allocated to operating costs). Proposals are currently being developed in three areas; a) pilot scale biorefining, b) nano-tailored, bio-based composites, and c) integrated applications development.

 There are many exciting opportunities for innovation in areas of overlap between biotechnology and nano-technology. OBIC works closely with the Center for Multifunctional Polymer Nanomaterials and Devices (CMPND). An Ohio Wright Center of Innovation, CMPND includes six major universities helping to commercialize polymer nanotechnology. Current projects for CMPND include nano-reinforced polymer foams for insulation and structure markets. They are working to develop a new generation of light-weight, high-strength, insulation-efficient and fire-resistant polymeric foam with the use of innovative nanomaterials and supercritical fluids technology.