SCG Chemicals, or SCGC, a leading integrated chemical player, has joined hands with the Synchrotron Light Research Institute (SLRI), under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, to continue its academic collaboration aimed at developing polymer and chemical innovations.

Recently, both have jointly signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Service Agreement for the development of polymer and chemical innovations for decarbonization, circular economy, and future industrial applications.

Dr. Suracha Udomsak, Chief Innovation Officer and Executive Vice President of SCG Chemicals Public Company Limited (SCGC), said, "We are moving towards a low-carbon society with low waste and low carbon concept by continuously collaborating with globally leading organizations and research institutes. The Synchrotron Light Research Institute, the only facility in Southeast Asia equipped with the largest and most advanced synchrotron light source, is capable of analyzing the material structure at the molecular and atomic levels. SCGC utilizes synchrotron light technology to analyze the crystal structure of polymers at the nanometer level, which helps accelerate the invention and development of commercial innovations. Examples include the development of SMX Technology and the production of high-quality PE resins for manufacturing high-pressure resistant pipes.”

“Throughout collaborations with the Synchrotron Light Research Institute, SCGC has continuously developed innovations to produce high-value products for the global market, resulting in over ten patents being registered and research works being published in international academic journals, such as Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, ELSEVIER, and ACS Applied Polymer Materials," Udomsak said. 

Prof. Dr. Saroj Rujirawat, Director of the Synchrotron Light Research Institute, said, "The institute has a mission to research, provide services, promote, and disseminate learning on synchrotron light technology and its applications. This aims to enhance research quality and foster innovation to improve the country's competitive edge. For this reason, the institute has always placed a high priority on academic collaboration. This current collaboration between SCGC and the institute will involve research and development in polymer products using synchrotron technology and other areas related to the missions of both organizations."