75 Years of PLEXIGLAS®

In the Sky

It's thanks to the extraordinary durability of PLEXIGLAS® that flights at altitudes of 10,000 meters are at all conceivable. The breakproof plastic holds up magnificently against inside cabin pressure, double-digit subzero temperatures outside, and harsh UV radiation. more

Big City Lights

Signage is everywhere. Illuminated transparent elements are crucial to sophisticated design. Evonik's PLEXIGLAS® also appeals to architects, designers, and artists because it is transformable. more

Under Water

Vienna's Schönbrunn Zoo, the oldest zoo in the world, now offers yet another attraction for visitors. In an outdoor complex, designed to approximate natural conditions, visitors can experience the entire indigenous aquatic life of Austria—all thanks to PLEXIGLAS®. more

Digital Cue

The computer of the future is now within our grasp. Microsoft’s new SurfaceTM is controlled by movements on a touchscreen. Evonik supplies the vital element that makes this possible: a touch-sensitive display based on PLEXIGLAS®. more

A positive climate pays off

Natural light in the workplace is critical for the well-being and productivity of employees. New shading elements made from transparent PLEXIGLAS® molding compounds ensure bright rooms and an optimal indoor climate. more

Bright Perspectives

PLEXIGLAS® from Evonik has been on the market for 75 years and is helping shape modern living. And PLEXIGLAS® will continue to be used in new and innovative ways in the future. more