Solegear and Ex-tech signed partnership for increasing reach to the US bioplastic market

Solegear Bioplastics situated in Vancouver has signed a partnership with Ex-Tech for manufacturing and distribution of it’s next generation TF bioplastic. This kind of bioplastic is good for high performance in rigid packing application; it is also good as it can resist high thermal shipping conditions. In the agreement, both the companies agreed for sharing profit percentage from market strategies, business opportunities and technology. The companies have decided to put all their efforts for promoting the market of Traverse bioplastic.

Read more about this matter here - http://www.bioplasticsmagazine.com/en/news/meldungen/20150311Solegear-partners-ExTech.php

According to the statement given by Toby Reid, the CEO of Solegear, the company is pleased to become partner of Ex-Tech as it is a reputed leader in the bioplastic sheet extrusion. Ex-Tech has not only track record of ultimately high standard of quality but also fulfill customers’ demand in every possible manner. Solegear is believed to reach new customers of Traverse bioplastics through this partnership as Ex-Tech will definitely catch lots of possibilities with it’s capacity of scaling order fulfillment with great perfection.

The traverse TF bioplastic has been designed for replacement of Polyethylene terephthalate packaging applications. It has been composed of about 45 percent bio-content and fulfills all the global shipping requirements.

Valio works with Tetra Pak to launch the biobased carton packaging

Valio, the Finnish dairy producer has become the first company on international level to sell products in carton packaging made completely of bio-based materials. Customers can enjoy shopping new cartons from retails stores in Finland from this week. Tetra Rex, the new bio-based carton has been prepared completely from the combination of plant derivatives and paperboard. This is a significant step on the growth of Tetra Pak regarding bio-friendly performance throughout it’s operations and portfolio.

According to Elli Siltala, the marketing director at Valio, the company is fully dedicated for increasing shares of renewable resources in packaging products. Further, he states that the company works in collaboration with Tetra Pak to meet the common goal with same vision. Valio is proud to be the first group in the world for availing products totally in renewable carton packages.

Read more about the Valio’s new invention here - http://www.bioplasticsmagazine.com/en/news/meldungen/20150114-Tetra-Pak.php

Bio-based cartons in Tetra Rex are low density polyethylene which are utilized for creation of laminated film for packaging materials while the cap is produced with high density polyethylene; both kind of polyethylene materials have been derived from sugarcane. This completely degradable Tetra Rex packaging is recognized from the word ‘Bio-based’ printed on the pack.

SK Chemical to Launch a New Product, Green Ecozen Tray

SK Chemical is planning to enter into a new venture with it’s bisphenol – A free Ecozen material. This new bio-friendly tray has been prepared with the high performance PETG; a polymer developed with natural green elements. PETG i.e. polyethylene terephthalate has been launched during the last month. The trial lot of 3K Ecozen Trays has been developed by SK Chemical with it’s associates. Good promotional campaign is carried out by the company for meeting the next year’s target of catching various clients. The main objective of the service group is to avoid use of bisphenol-A for the production of meal trays as it has been researched to leave negative impact on health of children.

Read more about this new product in bioplastics industry here - http://www.bioplasticsmagazine.com/en/news/meldungen/20150112SK-Chemical-Ecozen-meal-trays.php

Spokesperson of SK Chemicals states that the Ecozen Material provides extra benefit to the ‘eco friendly’ profile of the company. Ecozen is good as it is free from bisphenol as well as possesses heat resistant properties. In this way, the tray resists distortion in shape and size when it comes in contact of warm food. The material also works for maintenance of top class chemical resistance as it avoids discoloration. By 2018, Ecozen is expected for boosting market share up to 65 percent of the total domestic meal tray material.

Asia will produce up to 75 percent of bioplastic by 2018 as per predictions

The capacity of bio-based plastic production has been planned to hike up to 1.6 million tons in 2013 to about 6.7 million tons by 2018. As per the conclusion of the annual market data update of European Bioplastics, the market has been predicted for over 400 percent growth in the mid-term. The compiled data with respected scientific partners, IFBB and the Nova Institute, this result has been represented during the 9th annual conference of European Bioplastics in Brussels. According to the chairman of European Bioplastics, Francois de Bie, bio-based plastics such as PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) and PE (polyethylene) are earning more profit in terms of productions.

Read more about the deal here - http://foodnewsinternational.com/2014/12/08/world-asia-us-invest-in-creating-market-ready-bioplastics-products-finds-report/

Bio-degradable and renewable plastics manufactured are supposed to be benefitted from the innovative EU directive in case of decreasing of shopping bags. PLA has become the leading growth booster for compostable and bio-based plastics. The recently developed projects have been planned for implementation on India, China and Thailand. Flexible and sturdy packaging has special role to play in the field of bioplastics. In this entire scenario, Asia will extend its role as a leading manufacturing hub. By 2018, over 75 percent of bioplastics will be manufactured in Asia. Surprisingly, despite of being active in research and development, Europe will remain behind with about 8 percent of production efficiencies.

Coca Cola awarded ABRE 2014 beverage packaging prize for using Tetra Pak’s bio-based cartons

Tetra Pak is currently in discussion for the discovery of bio-based cartons prepared with LDPE i.e. Low Density Polyethylene films developed from sugarcane. Now, Del Valle Reserva Juice of Coca Cola has been awarded with the 2014 ABRE awards Beverage packaging prize for being the first brand to utilize tetra Pak cartons. The important fact to be taken under consideration in this series is that this brand in Tetra Prisma has over 200 million customers in Brazil per annum. As per the business strategy, Del Valle Brand of Coca Cola has been introduced with bio-based cartons 13 billion packs to over 150 customers in April 2014. According to a report, utilization of LDPE promotes the renewable content up to 78 percent in tetra Aseptic packing by Coca Cola.

Read more about the deal here at -  http://www.asiafoodjournal.com/article/coca-cola-bags-packaging-award-for-use-of-tetra-pak-bio-based-plastic-cartons/11215

According to the Technics and Logistics vice president of Coca Cola, Brazil, Rino Abbondi, Tetra Pak is reputed for its leading position and expertise in application of renewable resources. This makes the company outstanding in the series of groups using green technology and eco friendly strategies to save environment. Del Valle, is an effort for participation in innovative environment friendly deals. The company’s management is pleased to know that Coca Cola won this prize.

Resin Trade Ltd selected Duo for being the first green mailing bag supplier in UK

Resin Trade Ltd. Chose Duo UK, the Manchester based polyethylene bag developer for becoming the first UK based developer to manufacture bio-based bags. For the production of these mailing bags, thermoplastic resin made up of sugarcane ethanol will be used. The America based petrochemical developer Braskem developed green polyethylene; the company has signed a contract for partnership with Resin Trade recently for distribution of its products in Ireland and UK. According to the explanation given by the commercial director of Duo, Anthony Brimelow, the company is enjoying great increase in demand of its bio-based products. The customers of the company are supporting well by playing their part in social responsibilities policies. One of the most impressive things about bio-based PE is that it is eco friendly and sustainable product to extend all the way down the production chain. 

Read more about the matter here at - http://www.4-traders.com/BRASKEM-SA-6493438/news/Braskem--Resin-Trade-chooses-Duo-UK-as-first-UK-producer-of-sugarcane-mailing-bags-18921703/

Although, the process and machinery employed for production of green PE is same as the standard polyethylene goods but the major outcome comes in the form of biodegradability which depends upon the use of bio-based raw material. On the other hand, Richard Lambart, the Sales Manager of Resin Trade stated that Green PE is an awesome product and the company is pleased to introduce it to the UK mailing bags market through Duo.

Avantium declared planning of investment of €36 million for PEF plant

Avantium has announced that it has secured €36 million from the private sector to build a plant for the commercial production of the bioplastic polyethylene furanoate (PEF). Numerous high standard companies such as Swire Pacific, Coca-Cola, Danone, Alpla are engaged in production of PEF and preparing to plan the venture with investment of Avantium. Advancement in this direction can take within three years. According to the expected production, 50 million kg PEF is to be manufactured till 2017. In this way, packaging companies will be able to carry out special tests for using components. Avantium set up its priority for development of next generation feedstock to produce plastic.

According to Tom van Aken, Avantium’s CEO, the company is taking great step for broad level commercial development of PEF. That’s why the significant investment for set up of PEF plant is being taken so that the goal of industrial development of the plastic can be met. Read more about the set up of PEF plant by Avantium here at – http://www.observatorioplastico.com/detalle_noticia.php?no_id=371649&seccion=actualidad

The YXY technology of the company is capable of manufacturing the totally recyclable PEF from complete feedstocks. The current production of Avantium is 20 tons annual from the company’s Netherland based production series.

PE suppliers aiming for oxo-biodegradable technology in Mexico

Mexico City enjoyed announcement of oxo-biodegradable technology by three leading polyethylene providers but now the project has been denounced. Actually, the company feels that this technology is not supportive for maintenance of sustainability and eco friendly conditions. According to the spokespersons of these companies, use of degrading additives is not guaranteed for meeting the demand of sustainable and eco friendly polyethylene supply. Also, there is no proof that the selected biodegradable additives can be subjected for landfills and recycling.

In a letter sent to various departmental stores of the country, chairmen of all the three leading polyethylene suppliers stated that they wrote to ANTAD after knowing that some affiliated members had been specifically mentioned in their report about the oxo-biodegradable additives in their packaging bags and products. The reports indicated towards inefficiency of oxo-biodegradable plastics for being degraded completely. Damaging the waste and recycling of products become complicated in this way. Read more about this matter here at -
http://www.plasticsnews.com/article/20140731/NEWS/140739968/pe-suppliers-go-after-oxo-biodegradable-technology-in-mexico#email_sustain

According to Symphony’s Stephens, the parliament was asked for commenting on the proposal on tax free recyclable bags; then a representative of the organization even proposed to impose ban on the suggested technology. This can be one of the reasons that companies suspended the idea of working with oxo-biodegradable technology.

Braskem Displays Benefits of Green Plastic in Interpack

Green plastic is earning good popularity among people nowadays as it is completely a renewable material made up of polyethylene (a production of sugarcane ethanol), this product is found in various kinds of materials people use daily such as food beverages, cosmetics, personal care products, home care industry etc. use of the green plastic explains innovation in designing, focus on lifestyle and efforts for sustainable growth.

To offer rigidity and flexibility to plastic products, various industries are employing their attention in the use of HDPE and LDPE i.e. low density polyethylene and high density polyethylene. In 2014, LDPE was subjected to offer additional packaging and covering deals. Read more about this matter here - www.packagingeurope.com/Packaging-Europe-News/58567/Braskem-Showcases-Advantages-of-Green-Plastic-at-Interpack-.html

Braskem served its customers with the help of its regional partners that offer assistance for evolution of new products with enhanced quality. The innovative packaging of products is good for increasing sustainability and eco friendly deals. According to the Director of Braskem’s Renewable Chemicals dept, the company’s portfolio of green polyethylene is efficient enough to meet demand of customers. Under a trade fair, the company will represent possible applications developed by it for innovative deals. Moreover, Ecover, a packaging brand will be displayed on the company’s stand. Ecover is a renewable and recyclable product to be used for contamination free packaging.

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.