The University of Engineering and Management of the Canton of Vaud (HEIG-VD) allows the transformation of knowledge into products and services with high added value, by articulating cutting-edge theoretical knowledge with the requirements of professional practice. It thus promotes innovation and the competitiveness of companies and participates in the renewal of the economic fabric of the canton and the regions, both through education, continuing education and R&D.

Research in the field of packaging and composite materials, carried out by the polymer and composite characterization laboratory, belongs to a development area directly linked to plastics.