World hoping for new green wonder as cellulose structures – strength similar to steel

Technical innovations and discoveries are really on a high because Purdue University has recently uncovered a new mystery from cellulose, based in plants and trees in terms of strength which will be considered equivalent to steel. You might be thinking about the grapheme which was termed as the nanomaterial of the new millennium in 2010 but there is something special in cellulose nanocrystals. This would be really a wonder material as the latest research work in the university has revealed that cellulose crystals with dimensions 3 into 500 nanometers when modeled in atomic structure fetched stiffness or stress high of 206 gigapascals. Although the study seems to be in initial stages as confirmed by the researchers, they are looking for more hidden properties of the cellulose nanocrystal structures.

http://theenergycollective.com/tinacasey/318486/purdue-u-debuts-new-green-wonder-material has further confirmed that the improved stress and strength of the cellulose structures will find applications in reinforcing concrete, plastic and other materials, if everything goes fine in the study as expected. Purdue University has also given a list of some future applications for the strongest cellulose nanocrystals such as wound dressings, textiles, plastic bags, water purification filters, flexible displays, computer memory, special sensors and flexible batteries that can change our future lives. On the other hand, raw materials and feedstock to make cellulose structures will be readily available and low-cost trees, plants, algae; bacteria and tunicates producing cellulose, & waste from biofuel and paper industries.

Stora Enso emphasizes on bio-polyethylene as natural option for renewable barrier coating

Bio-polyethylene seems to be the future barrier coating material in place of the traditional fossil-based options, as per the claims of Stora Enso. Coating manly makes the use of polyethylene but efforts are now active to replace the conventional methods to the latest one which is not only natural but also renewable to full extent. Future of bio-based materials and techniques is really bright and there are possibilities of being multiple methods which may be unraveled in EU Bioplastics Conference to be held in Berlin, the polymer specialist from R&D section, Risto Vapola confirms. There is no doubt that bio-based materials will steadily grow in applications at global level whereas the study for fiber-based renewable materials are also going on.

All efforts are thus directed towards to capitalize and commercialize the bio-based materials which will boasts of 100% renewability in the near future. http://www.foodproductiondaily.com/Trends/Going-green/Bio-PE-a-natural-choice-for-renewable-barrier-coating says polymers are finding increased uses in function properties or barrier for sealing ability and material conversion methods. Vapola gives more explanation about the future use of fiber and bio-based polymers that must be at least recycled, compostable or may be used in energy production with incineration, reducing the landfills. On the other hand, EU supported study on green oil has been stopped by BillerudKorsnas due to unfavorable experimental results done on pyrolysis oil however; the company will emphasize more on sustainable packaging solutions.

Get into action to see Ford Lincoln MKX 2014 with light and natural wooden interiors

The present market of competitive luxury crossover is ought to witness a new high-tech change with Ford’s new Lincoln MKX which will bring interiors made of composite wood cellulose. Though it seems to be a tough and complicated experiment in the automobile industry, this wooden composite in the name of Cellulose Reinforced Polypropylene is six percent lighter than the traditional fiberglass. No doubt, Ford has been developing this prototype since last three years with Weyerhaeuser, timber giant and the tech leader along with car parts manufacturer, Johnson Controls. The company is targeting the auto sector with renewable materials and huge impact on the fuel efficiency of this very crossover, which will create a big difference.

As per the reports of http://cleantechnica.com/2013/12/24/fords-lincoln-mkx-luxury-crossove-made-with-wood/, Ford is further interested in achieving a makeover for car exteriors with recycled denim yarns, plastic storage components and seat cushions made of soy foam. Bio-based car parts will be seen in 2014 auto market because the company is further engaged in experiments with dandelion rubber. Adding cellulose into car interiors might be a starter for this sector but nanocrystals of cellulose are also in the pipeline to be used in vehicles which are being researched over by Purdue University, GM and Department of Agriculture, US.

Progress in commercial production of cellulosic ethanol – next milestone achieved in advanced biofuel technology

In a recent suggestion made by two federal government witnesses, present distribution systems and engines can safely handle the alternatives produced by next-generation transportation bio-fuels which are still under research. Since the demand for gasoline has reduced considerably and Renewable Fuel Standard has further signaled the asking rate of corn-based ethanol, this step will definitely remove the blend wall which recently hit US. This was clearly mentioned in the report submitted to Clean Air and Nuclear Safety Subcommittee and US Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Future progress in the fuel industry is completely dependent on the research work and development of advanced biofuels like cellulosic-based alternatives, http://www.ogj.com/articles/print/volume-111/issue-12c/general-interest/advanced-biofuels-could-remove-blend-wall-senate-panel-told.html confirmed this news from the office of Chris Grundler.

From Steven Chalk, deputy assistant secretary of DOE renewable power, bio-energy community and the Department of Energy are emphasizing more on the development, demonstration and research successes of cellulosic ethanol research so that algal ‘drop-in’ and cellulosic biofuel technologies become capable of replacing all types of petro-based diesel, jet fuel and gasoline. More and more investment, RD&D support from different departments has paved the way to yearn for improved basic knowledge about cellulosic ethanol development and production at universities and national laboratories. It should be noted here that five bio-refineries for commercial production of cellulosic ethanol are in progress.

Latest advancement in assessing sustainability and benefits of bioplastics – Today Platsic, Tomorrow Bioplastics

In an excellent and innovative approach for seminar training, you will find the HDT’s education program on Today Plastic, Tomorrow Bioplatsics – The Chances of bioplatsics in the industry at Berlin, dated February 20, 2014.

Existing as the most brained and talented human beings on this planet earth, we all know very well about the significance of plastics which surround the society from all dimensions. Right from the toys, car parts, packaging materials to electrical appliances, we can see plastics everywhere. We are finding it tough to produce petroleum-based plastics because of depleting sources of petroleum which has further made their production expensive. So, is it perfect and ripe time to go for bioplatsics? Simply put those plastics out and go for bioplastics! Well, conventional plastic has been a major source of pollution as you notice in the case of ‘plastic carpet’ on oceans.

In this future dated seminar, participants will be eager to know and explore more about the origin, nature, properties and sustainability of the bioplastics in contrast to the traditional plastics, based on petroleum.

According to http://www.openpr.de/news/767841/Heute-Kunststoff-morgen-Biokunststoff.html, this seminar will focus on the production technique and inherent benefits of bioplastics in different aspects such as technical, environmental and economical which will be further assessed comprehensively. Participants will be also required to make some decisions on the best places of use for bioplastics which are the future of this industry.

LanzaTech signed partnership contract with Evonik for specialty plastics and syngas

Two leading companies in the biotechnology field, namely LanzaTech and Evonik have signed a cooperation deal with each for three years which will be about the production of specialty plastics that are often waste-derived from synthesis gas. In fact, this treaty is being seen as the excellent combination of biotechnology platforms of Evonik with that of gas fermentation expertise and synthetic biology of LanzaTech. Agricultural residues, municipal solid waste and forestry wastes are the main sources of synthetic gases which comprise of carbon dioxide or monoxide and hydrogen. Microorganisms present in fermenters will simply covert syngas into fuels and other chemical products. On the other hand, LanzaTech has also gone for the partnership with Concord Blue USA whose incineration process will be used to produce syngas from waste biomass.

All the partnerships mentioned above will give LanzaTech an opportunity to derive maximum benefits from the sales and increasing demands of bio-based fuels, chemical products and specialty products. As per the reports of http://greenchemicalsblog.com/2013/12/20/evonik-lanzatech-bio-based-chems-activities/, Evonik has been successful in producing 2-HIBA which acts as precursor for the production of PLEXIGLAS and MMA, Methyl Methacrylate. It should be noted here that Plexiglas finds its uses in creation of soundproof walls, sheets, roofs, profiles and many other illuminating units of TV and monitors. Evonik is also targeting in investing millions of dollars in the business expansion of Biolys fermentation-based L-lysine plants in Russia and Brazil for increased lysine production.

Nirotec Evo Spacer profiles win annual Bioplastics Award for Helmut Lingermann presented by Bioplastics Magazine

Bioplastics Magazine has presented the annual Bioplastics Award to a German company named Helmut Lingermann Group, which is located at Wuppertal. The cause for the prize distribution for this company and its selection as the award winner can be attributed to the fact that this group has stunning and exceptional move of developing Nirotec Evo spacer profiles with which window glazing can be effectively insulated. It should be further noted here that this product is a brilliant combination of biopolymer with that of the stainless steel, which is rarely found in this industry. Of course, this is a new trend for potential applications witnessed in this industry with a newer essence of innovation as per the words of the magazine’s publisher, Michael Theilen.

The latest approach of this group has enabled specific and specialty manufacturers in this world to take thermal and mechanical benefits of the product as it will make use of bioplastic material at large scale. Since special and hidden properties of the bioplastics have been revealed through excellent combination with stainless steel foils, the current industry is ought to see future growths and market consumption up to 18000 tons, with high potential to meet demands and requirements. Nirotec Evo spacer profile is considered as a unique blend of variety of polymers that completely relies on additives, bioplyester and PLA, as being confirmed by http://www.europeanplasticsnews.com/subscriber/newscat2.html?cat=1&channel=620&id=3897. Insulating glass units are already using 2 million meters of this superb material developed by Helmut Lingermann, with amazing biopolymer ratio of 40%.

Turkish article related to topic can be found on the link below:

http://www.biyoplastik.net/2013/12/helmut-lingemann-8kuresel-biyoplastik.html

Future scopes for increased distribution of Bio-succinic acid in Europe as IMCD partners with BioAmber

The Plant Based Summit, recently held in Paris, was a great opportunity for IMCD to buildup image and contacts in the specialty products industry because it signaled partnership with BioAmber, a company with next-generation moves and innovations to produce everyday products from plant materials and stocks. This very partnership of IMCD strongly favors the distribution of bio-succinic acid for different purposes in Europe that include coatings, resins and synthesis. The move can be considered as an excellent window to commercialize the green solutions offered in the markets of personal care, plastics, food industry, coatings and synthesis of different products of daily use. It is compulsory to mention here that IMCD has achieved a consistent portfolio to offer bio based solutions in specialty product development and distribution.

Petro based products have received more focus on renewable alternatives which are ought to get seven synergetic suppliers to the business of coatings and resins. On the other hand, BioAmber has got a great profile record in the business of offering natural Bio-Succinic acid to specialty product developers. One of the greatest aspects of this partnership deals is that IMCD will be capable of offering more comprehensive and tailored solutions along with the excellent distribution management technique in Africa, Asia Pacific and Europe, with great focus on bio-chemicals.

Kingfa receives USD162700 funds for research and production work in biodegradable plastic industry

In a progressive and Eco-friendly scenario, Science and Information Technology Bureau of Luogang District in Guangzhou city has approved the program of Research, Development and Industrialization of Completely Biodegradable High-Performance Packaging material for Kingfa. The company is now eligible to receive funds of USD 162700 for this excellent program.

This program will emphasize on the commercial production and development of PBSA, which is nothing but an improved version of PBS which will be available for consumer needs at decreased price levels due to continuity in production. Kingfa has already achieved its production of 30000 ton per annum in 2011 from the past 5000 ton per year of 2007. Due to blending of PBSA with PLA and starch, it is ought to offer superb mechanical properties and process-ability due to which the product is best suited for use in packaging industry.

As per the reports of, China consumes lesser biodegradable plastic products rather manufacturing companies export more products to foreign market. It is estimated that future market of the biodegradable plastic industry is ought to grow rapidly in near future if it receives regular support from the local government.

No doubt, the Chinese government is bringing and implementing new policies and guidelines that will assist the research work, development and production of biodegradable plastic products and other packaging materials.

Major issues of 3D filaments addressed by NatureWorks to enhance quality and 3D printing experience

Poor quality filament in the industry of 3D printer movement is always a rough patch. In other words, the excellent image quality and better printing experience in 3D printing can be achieved with high-end quality of printer nanofilament when it comes to consistency, roundness and diameter. Due to lack of quality control equipment like online laser scanning and expertise, new entrants often face problems.

http://www.themoldingblog.com/2013/12/10/irish-startup-tackles-quality-problems-with-3d-filaments/ has recently reported that NatureWorks, bioplastics powerhouse, is giving support to an innovative technology in Ireland which boasts of advanced and talented research team in 3DOM Filament Limited that is targeted at PLA or polylactic acid.

This is nothing but a trademarked Ingeo whose logo will be allowed to carry with this nanofilament family for the first time in history. It was none other than NatureWorks which originally developed commercial manufacturing of PLA.

The company insists that although 3DOM is newer in existence but experience of the research team will allow the PLA to transcend all printing issues in the 3D market. This is also the company which will invest its manpower and efforts to develop additives, blends and enhancements for Ingeo logo as per the sayings of Dan Sawyer, Global Leader for the company utters.

The forum of International Ingeo Users will also include the topic of advancements in 3D printing technology with bioplastics.

Recent focus of DuPont on renewably sourced polymers improves sustainability and product cost behavior

In order to meet the increasing demands and needs of the end users, DuPont has decided to increase the product quantity of renewable sourced polymers. The company is trying to keep the costs at competitive level along with targeting the end consumers at the same time, said Dr Karlheinz Hausmann although it previously focused on compostable polyesters, sourced from non-renewable products.

As per his statements, end consumers also prefer recyclable materials due to which the company has emphasized on the renewable sourced monomers, without compromising with costs. Latest partnership with Braskem further ensures that DuPont will create different types of multilayer structures such as bio polyethylene & polyethylene including other barrier materials like polyamide, EVOH and cellulosic products.

According to http://www.foodproductiondaily.com/Trends/Going-green/DuPont-targets-renewably-sourced-polymer-increase, DuPont with further try to launch coupling agents completely based on wood composites and polyethylene which are renewably sourced at 95% level.

Both the consumer good and packaging industry are going to benefit with such partnerships which are aimed at improvement in sustainability, performance and downstream system cost of products. It should be noted here that Sorona EP, Hyrel TS, Zytel RS and Zytel RS HTN will be the top performance polymers in the renewably sourced portfolio, which has long term impacts.

Gevo makes 18.53 million common shares public to compensate for cash burn and see a better future in 2014 isobutanol production market

In order to restart the production of isobutanol at Luverne, Minnesota, Gevo needs instant cash influx to continue with the stats of 18 million gallon per year. As per the latest report, the company has publicly offered common shares of 18.53 million, rated $1.35 each which is targeted at raising funds of about $25 million that will be enough to go for the next 2-3 quarters although the share offering is ought to close on December 16. From the fund, $5.1 million will be expensed at long term debts because Gevo has already ended the last third quarter production at cash flow of $25.7 million. With two extra fermenters to be inducted in this year, Gevo is set up for the steady production of isobutanol with the help of total 4 fermenters in 1^st quarter of 2014.

The company has already signed a contract with IGPC ethanol to license GIFT systems, processing technology which will boast of ultimate flexibility in isobutanol production as per demands; with use of cheaper corn mash in contrast of expensive feedstock dextrose by October. In fact, Gevo is facing difficulties of cash burn in court litigations against Butamax due to patent infringement allegations. Khosla Ventures have already bought 1111111 common shares, which hold 40% shares of Gevo at $1.85 each. Hopes are still alive for the booming renewable and bio-isobutanol production with expectations of bigger turnover next year from companies such as Amyris, Gevo, Solazyme, Metabolix and Codexis targeting higher at the commercial level.

Companies merge to give rise to cheap bio butadiene

There has been a news round the town that is Braskem and Genomatica are planning to make bio based butadiene with commercial process technology in a joint development agreement, from a feedstock that is renewable. Though the press has not come up with the details, nor have they said which feedstock will they use, but both the names are planning to work jointly on it. In the whole venture Braskem is funding for construction, operation of pilot, research and development, and would also demonstrate its production using the required process. Braskem in turn is getting special rights and as it claims to be the world’s third largest producer of butadiene, it will get exclusive rights to use the technology in America. On the other hand Genomatica will get required funds and royalties for each commercial plant. This name also has a joint venture with an Italian firm named Versalis which produce butadiene from non food mass in Europe Asia and Africa.

Michelin, rubber tire manufactures have a project called BioButterfly which is being partnered with Tereos, which is the world’s fourth largest sugar producer to produce a power packed supply of bio butadiene. It has also collaborated with Axens and IFPEN (IFP Energies nouvelles) to put forward the BioButterfly process in market, with a future thought of laying a synthetic rubber plant in France too. EUR52 million and 8 years is what is involved in this process, with IFPEN bringing its expertise and Axen its technologies. Its main aim is to lower the costs, whether production and investment, and bring out bio butadiene at competitive rates and also lay down the future of synthetic rubber in France. Tereos also has an expertise in technologies including beet and carrots and in alcohol production of second generation.

Other partnership announcements that were made are-

·        Amyris and Kuraray

·        Global Bioenergies with Synthos

·        INVISTA’s partnership with Arzeda and LanzaTech

·        Cobalt Technologies in partnership with two Asian chemical companies

·        LanzaTech and SK Innovation

Wilmar, Unilever promises maintainable palm oil policies

The palm oil company has positive feeling that maintaining skill touch from the worldwide environmental group or community, large buyers like the multinational food companies, and even the buyers. Green Century capital management is an alliance of the institutional investors, they belongs from Europe and the US. They possess the major palm oil manufacturer, consumers and financers. They also ask the other companies to adopt the palm oil purchasing policies further than the RSPO standards like the purchasing palm oil visible to the suppliers verified, as it not engaged in the deforestation, exploitation of the people and communities, and development on peat. 

The huge raw material provider to Unilever, palm oil manufacturer recently followed the policy of “No deforestation, no peat, and no exploitation” and it is the part of the memorandum of understanding, it is also known as MoU with the Unilever company. That make sure that Wilmar will has its own plantation as well as companies from which the Wilmar basis its palm oil from that it only supply the maintainability as well as social responsibility related with the palm oil.  Wilmar know that there will be durable and rapidly growing demand is there for the traceable and deforestation liberated palm oil    

PLA foam from Synprodo is finally in the market

Germany in the month of September saw the FachPack 2013 exhibition where the world got to know a company which is based in Netherlands, has launched its first BioFoam made from Poly lactic acid or PLA as it is popularly known. Synbra Holding which is known for manufacturing expanded polypropylene, EPP, and expanded polystyrene, EPS, and this BioFoam is going to an alternative to both of these, as the materials which this uses is different than the above mentioned products, PLA, which is prepared from cassava starch and sugar cane which are renewable materials. Synprodo is a part of Synbra Holding.

Carbon dioxide is what is impregnated in PLA pellets, and expanded by a temperature change into BioFoam beads, which can directly be applied into various processes like the cavity fill insulation, or can be further processed for other purposes or packaging.

Since it is not degradable at room temperature and is still bio degradable BioFoam can be used and re used without any loss in the material or quality, said Synprodo. This BioFoam comes with a certification from Cradle to Cradle which is prestigious and according to Synprodo it is the very first time that a biodegradable foam as been entitled to this award.

Codexis leaves cellulase enzyme and detergent alcohol business but will continue with biocatalysis

In a stunning decision, Codexis is not going to develop franchise of CodeXol detergent alcohols along with that of its CodeXyme cellulose enzymes business for the present year. The company has announced it right at the call of third quarter earnings and the sole reason has been attributed to unsecured partnership for the business of cellulose enzymes. Cellulose is converted into fermentable glucose with the help of cellulose enzyme’s catalyzing effect which is further used in the production of CodeXol. This decision can be viewed in the context of battle between Codexis and Dyadic, enzyme producer which witnessed license agreement breach related to proprietary fungal expression technique of enzyme production. It is rather not interested in losing cash fees and thus; Codexis has decided to quit the business.

However, Codexis has focused completely on the biocatalysis business in order to supply and develop more enzymes so that chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers can enjoy cost reduction along with efficiency. By the end of year, the company is ought to reduce its operations costs. Recently appointed Vice President, Greg Hughes has worked at Merck in Process Chemistry for the last 11 years so that more research works can be outsourced in biocatalysis technology. On the other hand, LS9 which is known for its work on fatty alcohols and along with its newly hired CEO, Tjerk de Ruiter is hoping for some partnership in the commercial production of fatty alcohols which is completely sugar-based.

Groundbreaking demand for bioplastic resins in future years – consumer preferences rely upon sustainable products

It is going to be a good and robust phase for the production and consumption of bioplastics which has been recently favored by Freedonia Group survey prediction with 19% increase, reaching to 950000 metric tons until 2017. The study was based on the assumptions that these bioplastic products were either derived from plant-based raw materials or are completely biodegradable hence; some of the other resins such as oxo-biodegradable, adhesives, coatings, compounds and composites have been excluded from the demand total that are not considered completely biodegradable.

Bioplastic demand has sharply risen to a mammoth level at global stage which seems to be stimulated by three main factors –

·         Priorities for sustainable materials

·         Development of new biodegradable products

·         Massive acceptance of bioplatsic products by compounders & processors

No doubt, PLA or polylactic acid is the top choice of consumers for this stage but more biobased commodity resins like polypropylene & polyethylene will soon enter into bioplastic industry with increased demands although they can be easily attributed to the biobased content rather than biodegradability. Beverage container market will further see the demands for PET (polyethylene terephthalate) by 2022.

Western Europe leads the consumption market for bioplastic resins, quickly followed by North America and Asia/Pacific region. Bioplastic production level has reached new landmarks in countries like Brazil, China and Thailand, opposed to the past leaders such as Western Europe and US.

Enter into environment friendly wood-plastic composites with excellent quality – introduced by Green Dot

Green Dot has recently introduced Terratek WC composites which can be now used in wade range of fields such as furniture, toys, houseware and architecture. The size of the wood-plastic composites has been understood very much suitable for sheet extrusion and injection molding purposes. These pellets will fill the appetite of stylish consumers and designers that will never have to compromise with time taking and expensive mold modifications. You can consider these WPC as a token of gift and consumer commitment from bioscience social enterprise, Green Dot which boasts of offering excellent and fine pellets.

The pellets will comprise of fine wood particles along with recycled and reclaimed plastic which will bring wooden aesthetics and plastic processing capability. When compared to plastic alone pellets, the composites will gain some sort of strength and stiffness along with less warp age and shrinkage in contrast to traditional plastic. Since these wood-plastic composites have short life cycles and reduced melting temperatures, production costs will decrease a lot for OEMs and designers. It should be noted here that WPC can have maximum of 60% content from wood which can be derived from lumber industries and thus; help in saving excess deforestation with increasing demands. Wood-plastic composites can be created with woods from pine, oak and maple; with excellent customization solutions to leave no or very little environmental footprints and offer high quality products.

Reduction of environment footprints and carbon emissions by 2016 – LEGO Group join Climate Saver program of WWF

Environmental priorities have been on the top of the list for the recent partnership concluded between WWF and LEGO Group which shown concerns about getting engaged in positive activities and reducing the net carbon emissions on annual basis. Of course, with this partnership the toy maker company has joined the league of Johnson & Johnson, Volvo, HP, Sprint and Natura that are already active in the Climate Savers program of WWF. The company has to take test initiatives to deter carbon emission impacts from the supply chain and LEGO must reduce its energy consumption by 10% in the production of one ton elements by 2016. LEGO will also try its best to make use of 100% renewable energy sources by 2016 along with creating a strategy for the use of recycled products.

It should be noted here that LEGO is responsible for producing 10% carbon emissions at the initial stage of producing bricks while 90% of total emissions come from the final supply chain activities, which must be reduced immediately for a sustainable growth. LEGO has also take steps for ensured utilization of renewable wind power with the introduction of WindMade Product Label for increased electricity consumption and; commissioning of wind farm in Germany. WWF has already appreciated the move of LEGO to join the group of Climate Saver.

How your child will eat more – just add fun and personality to the complete eco-friendly feeding set!

An Eco-friendly cute Swedish Girl feeding set which is always loved by my daughter, which is simply unbreakable, robust and bright. The feeding set is further non-toxic in nature, not made of the conventional plastic materials and it can be stacked like shown in the picture which makes little boy’s appearance to your child which prompts her to eat more after plate is full of food. Yes, this is more like fun and play for a fussy child.

It was New York, 1964 when Walt Disney started this successful concept of Small World at the World’s Fair which was further reintroduced in 1966 at Disneyland.

Legendary, fully inspired and very talented illustrator Mary Blair was commissioned by Walt Disney for the crafting of It’s A Small World who presented the concept with utter simplicity and trendy style to which suited well for the iconic characters.

The stacking sets and achieve artworks was admired by Designed In London which tried to craft new collection for the original designs of Mary.

Stacked set comprised of elegant plates, bowls and cups was successful in cleverly representing ‘mini-people’. Just put the open-front and quite attractive stacked set in front of your child to add some value, fun and real-sensing personality at eating time.

What you will like here is the use of cent percent biodegradable and recyclable PLA crafting materials for the creation which has been completely derived from plant materials. The feeding set is safe for the dishwasher and microwave use!

AIMPLAS thanks to garlic molecules for biodegradable packaging and durable approach in fruit containers

AIMPLAS, the Spanish center for modification and manufacturing of plastic tech products is engaged in a joint European project in co ordination with PLA4FOOD containers; it is really an important step in the world of commercialization. The joint project has been established for the production of far durable fruits and vegetables containers. The production of these bags is based upon natural food additives such as garlic. One more important thing about the latest collection of fruit containers is its renewable property; the biodegradable bags can be easily renewed for cheaper manufacturing as well as environmental protection deals.

This is for the first time when AIMPLAS and PLA4FOOD both are working together in a joint project for the development of technical food packaging. The exclusively developed fruit bags and vegetable containers are made up of polyactic food for the packaging of sprouts, frozen food and salads etc.  Report is here that the special technique of production of these packaging bags improves the durability of the product up to 15 percent. Some nautrlichen extracts are used to bring this property. Garlic is the main extract in this series that employs antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant environment within the pack.

M&G Chemicals shall invest in Chinese Bio-MEG

According to the October month’s report of Tecnon Orbichem, there are many possibilities of launching second generation biorefinery soon by M&G chemicals in association with the leading Chinese company Guozhen. This $500 million project is expected to set up in Fuyang, China where PROESA technology will be employed for the conversion of about one million metric tons straw biomass into bio ethanol and bio glycols. This is an absolutely joyful production to meet a huge demand of bio fuel. Also, the Eco friendly disposal of waste products in this way is appreciable.

The project will be based upon biomass MEG technology in which efforts of beta renewable’s PROESA and Novozymes have been reported. These groups are reported to offer cellulosic ethanol facility. Guozhen is involved in the project for the supply of straw biomass and utilization of lignin, a byproduct of the refinery. For feedstock, a 45 megawatt congeneration plant will be established along with the project in the site. According to Guozhen, Fuyag is the most suitable place for set up of biorefinery as the city is rich of biomass resources. Also, it is suitable for site selection, biomass collection, land acquisition and easy transportation of biomass. In addition, Guozhen is highly experienced in collection and logistics of biomass.

Many chances are here that the project will be launched up to mid 2015. The agricultural area of Fuyang city is reported for the production of about six million tons straw biomass per year in about 1.2m hectare land.

Wal-Mart has launched fully bio-based cleaners

Wal-Mart announced about the natural cleaning product with the “Great value Naturals” brand that effectively reporting one of the leading conventional cleaners. This product is acclimatized through plants and other natural evolves used for the cleaning technology. This product is completely free from chemicals, toxin and uses only biodegradable as well as non allergic elements. It also uses recyclable material while packing that make it completely bio-based product.

The Florida based company named as Agaia established in 2011 evolve this product and it have been collaborated with the Wal-Mart for the cleaning product for 18 of months. Distribution of evolve based products is including the Asia, America, Europe and Australia. This technology outperforms the detergent, degreasers and petro based cleaners without costing much than other chemical cleaners. When review the safety data sheet of Evolve 100% of natural amphiphilic detergent, cleaner, deodorizer ingredients including the proprietary surfactants of plant based (72%), gras exempt ingredients (6%), dextrose/ glucose (10%), soy/ palm/ coconut oils (8%), natural fatty acids (4%) are in it.

Across the US one is able to acclimatize the “Great value Naturals” green cleaning product i.e. is available exclusively in more than 2000 of stores. This is completely bio based product that can be used for cleaning without any adverse affect as it is composed with great care.

Avantium’s Bio based T shirts from PEF bottles, a new step towards eco friendly commercialization

For the first time, Avantium is going to launch the collection of PEF T shirts. PEF bottles are recycled into PEF fibers first and then utilized for the production of bio based shirts through conventional processing of polyester. The technology and equipments employed for the job are same as applied for the processing of polyester. Polyethylene furanoate (PEF) resin is known as a completely degradable and recyclable product so that it can work well for Eco friendly commercialization.

According to Tom van Aken, the CEO Avantium, this exclusive step towards the development of bio based T shirts is really a good example of development and commercialization of PEF resin. The bio based T shirts processed out of this can be applicable for sportswear series and sports apparel in many reputed outlets. The high performing recyclable plastic material can give alternate for replacing non biodegradable plastic material in future.

Avantium tied bond with ALPLA, the European plastic converter for the development of PEF bottles and with Wifag Polytype thermoformed PEF containers. Those PEF bottles are produced by the combination of 2:5 furandicarboxylic (FDCA) and monoethylene glycol. Earlier, the company preferred employing PET product but soon they realized that PEF has better quality to beat PET such as better barrier for CO2, water and oxygen, decreased production cost and higher durability.

Sustainable Bio-based Plastics

After unlimited researches on environmental changes and crises of atmospheric layers, petroleum based plastics have been claimed to be the cause of multiple environmental and occupational health and safety stakes. Bio-based sustainable plastics have been replaced with the previous ones. These plastics were man-made from ever living plant materials such as starch, cellulose, oils like rapeseed oil, wood kinds: lignin, proteins and polysaccharides. Current scientific multiple progresses have proven that it is even achievable to utilize organic waste materials and petro-plastics (e.g. PET) to produce synthetic bio- based plastics (such as poly hydroxyl alkanoates or PHAs).

Bio-plastics are the ones in which reproducible feedstock provides carbon. It is quite likely for them to be or not be eco-friendly. Reproducible and fossil-fuel-based carbon brings forth the ingredients for Bio- based plastics. These plastics manufacture a wide range of products utilized for manifold services. A few of them include cups, bottles, cutlery, plates, bags, bedding, furnishings, carpets, film, textiles and packaging materials. These products are made from a variety of natural feedstock resigns and organic material taking account of corn, potatoes, rice, tapioca, palm fiber, wood cellulose, wheat fiber and bagasse.

With the awareness of recycling and ‘keep nature earth clean’ kind programs and slogans, the use of these materials and cautions for salvage has increased rapidly. These products contain the following certified qualities. They disintegrate and biodegrade swiftly during the composting conditions, they do not contain large volumes of harmful metals and will never diminish the worth or utility of the finished compost. Moreover, the humus developed during the composting process will hold up a new plant life. 

Despite many effective and exclusive benefits, bio-based plastics face progressing challenges too. They concern for an absolute sustainably developed and biodegradable biomass. They yet lack satisfactory labeling and desire to develop successful composting programs and infrastructure. The contamination of recycling systems is too a mission to be accomplished.

PlantBottle used in Ford Fusion

The coca-cola company is working in the field of bio-based materials, via which the forthcoming generation will not face any kind of problems. The bio-based materials are environment friendly and will not cause any sort of pollution. For spreading the concept, the coca-cola company arranges the presentation for the update of their PlantBottle product’s sale. The PlantBottle is the bio-based PET product that is prepared by the sugarcane based monoethylene glycol that is around to be 30 percent by weight and rest is of PTA i.e. Petroleum-based Terephthalic Acid, where as PET means Poly Ethylene Terephthalate. The coca-cola company works with the Ford Fusion company, both companies work for the welfare of the people as well as save the earth from the pollutant.

Using the PlantBottle Material

The bio-based material that is PlantBottle material is used in the renowned vehicle company that is Ford. PlantBottle is used as a part in the Ford’s hybrid research vehicle as the interior fabric. The PlantBottle material is highly durable and delivers the long-term service. The bio based PET fabrics are used for the seat backs, door panel inserts, headliners, seat cushions, head restraints. The bio-based PET fabrics are prepared by the plant ingredients, so it will deliver the superior service as well as durability.

Living Green with Biodegradable Plastics

For over 20 years now the concept of being able to live green has been a common process of accomplishment. But unfortunately, the production of crude oils and decomposition of petroleum plastics is still a trouble for lots. Petroleum-based plastics are reaching sky high prices due to the expensive oil costs, and plastic accretion in landfills, gardens and outside homes is a threat to human health while the environment also stays at a stake. The economic and biological shortcomings of such problematic plastic products have burdened the environmental and biological researchers with investigations related to an eco-friendly and biodegradable plastics as an alternative.

Let us take the example of the most nuisance; use of ordinary plastic bags that have bothered us everywhere. Their decomposition is not possible even after years of being kept buried. However, the use of plastic bags which biodegrade in manure and fertilizer makes the treatment of organic waste way more sterilized and opportune. The created chemistry today has made it possible to decay those bags just as biodegradable plastics unlike previous times and made composting neat, danger free, handy and efficient.

As discussed, most synthetic man-made polymers are made from petroleum derivatives, which mean that they increase fossil-fuel consumption: oils enhance expense. Biodegradable plastics such as PLA, PHBV and PHA are developed from biomass, trimming down the requirement for crude oil and other fossil fuels. These plastics possess the ability to reduce the heaps of municipal waste. When they are eventually composted, biodegradable plastics can be compiled up with food scraps or yard waste and used as garden or agricultural fertilizer. Unlike unadventurous petroleum synthetic plastics, they are easily decomposed into useful soil amendments. Moreover, since these plastics come up through an absolutely renewable and reproducible source, you have got handful of these products around the globe at cheap prices.

Bioplastic Feedstock Alliance Offers the Beneficial service That Helps the Forthcoming Generation

BFA i. e. Bioplastic Feedstock Alliance looks to assist and guide the people for the responsible selection of feedstock for bio-based plastics. The feed stocks are such as sugarcane, bulrush and corn as well as it also provide the guidelines for switch grass that is used to make plastics. BFA do that work to support a sustainable flow of the materials, as well as helping to make a long lasting value for existing generation and forthcoming generation. The various huge and brand companies like Coca-Cola, Ford, Nestle, Procter & Gamble, Heinz, Nike, and Unilever, all companies joined the WWF, that is World Wildlife Fund to initiate the Bioplastic Feedstock Alliance. All the companies possess the best experience after joining the BFA and share their experience in the field of Bioplastic area.

Provide Huge Development in Bioplastic Area

Bioplastic Feedback Alliance has a plan to bring all the leading experts across the several organizations and industries to assist and guide the estimation and sustainable improvement of the Bioplastic feedstock. WWF provide supports to the responsible management of the natural resources, and that is because of increasing the demands of growing population. WWF help to organize the BFA in an order to facilitate the progress on the way of realizing their important aims.