POLYPLASTICS DEVELOPS NEW PLASTRON® LFT GRADES BLENDED WITH RECYCLED PLASTICS FROM POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTION (PCR)

 

Polyplastics Co., Ltd., a global leader in engineering thermoplastics, has announced a launch of new PLASTRON® Long Fiber reinforced Thermoplastic (LFT) grades, blended with recycled polypropylene (PP) from Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). Both new grades under the development exhibit mechanical properties comparable to novel materials and are currently in the prototyping and performance evaluation stages.

 

Polyplastics is committed to developing sustainable material solutions. The newest grades, PLASTRON® RSG20011 and RSG20013, stand out because they contain more than 30% post-consumer recycled material and are reinforced with 30% to 40% fiberglass.These newly developed materials maintain excellent mechanical performance, including superior strength and impact resistance, comparable to commercially available products made from novel materials.

 

The reuse of PCR collected from the market in these newly developed grades is a key feature.It plays a significant role in helping reduce the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF), decreasing it by over 20% compared to products made from novel materials. Accordingly, this PCF is determined based on the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) and ISO 14067, utilizing operational data from a set timeframe together with reference values from trustworthy databases.  However, these figures are not certified.

 

Polyplastics plans to continue expanding its product lineup using recycled materials, as well as incorporating environmentally friendly reinforcing materials such as cellulose fibers. These commitments aim to meet increasingly diverse application needs and contribute to creating a more sustainable future.

 

Polyplastics will expand its product lineup to include both recycled materials and cellulose fibers to help reduce its environmental impact and enhance its ability to meet the diverse needs of its customers.