Carbon dioxide – AC Plastics secures contracts to supply components for luxury car brands 22-08-2024
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Borealis ties into carbon dioxide-to-plastics technology
European plastics and packaging producer says it will use collected and converted carbon dioxide made by California-based Infinium as polymers ingredient.
Austria-based Borealis AG and Sacramento, California-based Infinium have entered into an agreement to invest in the production of low-carbon-footprint plastics generated from CO2 emissions to create polyolefin plastics, which are commonly used in manufacturing consumer goods including packaging, appliances, apparel and medical devices.
“Many people aren’t aware that countless plastics products we use every day come from fossil-based components,” Infinium CEO Robert Schuetzle says. Carbon dioxide
“With Infinium eNaphtha, Borealis will create plastics with an ultra-low carbon footprint for customers and end consumers seeking more sustainable, environmentally friendly alternatives.”
Infinium is a supplier of commercial volumes of eNaphtha, which it says is a sustainable drop-in alternative to traditional fossil-based naphtha. The company says it is helping to decarbonize plastics production and reduce CO2 emissions globally. Infinium’s eNaphtha is manufactured at its Project Pathfinder facility in Corpus Christi, Texas. Carbon dioxide
AC Plastics secures contracts to supply components for luxury car brands
- AC Plastics announced the acquisition of two substantial contracts to injection mould components for upcoming models of two UK-manufactured luxury car brands.
- These contracts are set to run over the next seven years and signal a significant step forward in the company’s growth and development. Carbon dioxide
- This achievement follows AC Plastics’ transition to employee ownership earlier this year which not only secured the future of the company but also empowered its employees to take a more active role in its success.
AC Plastics announced the successful acquisition of two substantial contracts to injection mould components for upcoming models of two UK-manufactured luxury car brands. These contracts, set to run over the next seven years, reflect the company’s continued commitment to excellence in the automotive sector and signal a significant step forward in its growth and development. Carbon dioxide
The work will involve producing components for models scheduled for release in 2026 and 2027. The components supplied by AC Plastics will be integral to the next generation of luxury vehicles from two prestigious brands.
Building on a legacy of employee ownership
This achievement follows a significant milestone in AC Plastics’ history—the transition to employee ownership earlier this year.
This move not only secured the future of the company but also empowered its employees to take a more active role in its success. The new contracts further underscore the benefits of this model, as the commitment and expertise of the team have been pivotal in winning these important projects. Carbon dioxide
Neste expands chemical-recycling logistics at Finnish refinery, pioneering sustainable solutions
Neste is expanding its logistics infrastructure for liquefied, recycled raw materials at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland, including materials such as liquefied waste plastic and liquefied rubber tires. This lays the foundation to handling larger amounts of liquefied raw materials to support Neste’s strategic aims, to advance chemical recycling and transform the Porvoo refinery into a renewable and circular solutions hub. Carbon dioxide
The new logistics installations comprise dedicated unloading facilities: At the refinery’s harbour, Neste is building an unloading arm with a heating system as well as pipelines to connect the harbour with dedicated storage tanks. Unlike regular crude oil, liquefied waste plastic or discarded rubber tires require heating to stay liquid. At the same time, the systems need to come with higher resistance to corrosion. In addition to the unloading arm and pipelines, Neste is also building a vapour recovery unit, contributing to emission control of the operations.
“The transformation of our Porvoo refinery into a renewable and circular solutions hub will require many individual steps and adjustments,” explains Jori Sahlsten, Senior Vice President of Refinery and Terminal Operations at the Porvoo refinery in Neste’s Oil Products business unit. Carbon dioxide
“The new logistics infrastructure is one of these steps. It puts us in a good position to process larger and continuous volumes of liquefied recycled raw materials.
Heberlein Technology AG To Exhibit Technical Achievements At ITMA Asia + CITME 2024
Heberlein, a supplier of air interlacing and air texturing jets, aims to impress visitors at ITMA Asia + CITME 2024 with an amazing technical achievement in Drawn Texturized Yarn (DTY) and the latest components, including the brand new HemaJet-LB06. The jet housing shows great compatibility and makes the Swiss company a one-stop supplier for air-texturing processing. Carbon dioxide
In China, the ATY industry is an interesting niche of synthetic yarn production. The sector is exposed to strongly fluctuating cycles and recently at a peak level. Various industries, including fashion, home textiles, and industrial applications demand air-textured yarns for the local market and export. Heberlein reports satisfying ATY business in China. Heberlein optimistically look forward to upcoming ITMA Asia + CITME 2024 in Shanghai (China) where they expect an interested audience for ATY and their jet housing novelty.
Heberlein is also proud to present the latest DTY jet insert X44.29 with the smallest dimensions ever produced. This jet is designed for applications up to 30dtex – that’s super tiny. Carbon dioxide
American Fiber Services acquires Tennessee recycling business
The company has purchased Planet Recycling Co. of Nashville, expanding its reach into the Tennessee market.
American Fiber Services (AFS), a Smyrna, Georgia-based recovered materials supplier and services provider, has expanded into the Tennessee market with the purchase of Nashville-based Planet Recycling Co., a business AFS says is known for its “innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability.” Carbon dioxide
The acquisition will be effective Sept. 1.
“We are thrilled to welcome Planet Recycling, their employees and clients into the AFS family,” AFS President March Zachocki says. “This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide top-tier recycling solutions and drive positive environmental impact.
“Together, we will be able to offer our clients an even broader range of services and continue to lead the way in sustainable practices,” he adds. Carbon dioxide
Planet Recycling was established in 1995 as a full-service recycler and recovered materials supplier, conducting waste audits, sales and financing, resource matching, logistics and more. AFS says the acquisition will enhance its ability to provide comprehensive recycling services and that the combined resources of both companies will improve efficiency and allow for greater innovation and an “even stronger commitment to environmental stewardship.” Carbon dioxide
Freudenberg at Fachpack 2024
Guaranteeing the safe transportation of valuable components.
reudenberg Performance Materials will present a range of packaging solutions at Fachpack 2024, taking place in Nuremberg, Germany, from September 24-26, including Evolon microfilament textiles for the reusable technical packaging of sensitive industrial parts, including moulded plastics and painted components. Carbon dioxide
The durable microfilament fabrics, with high recycled fibre content, serve as viable alternatives to single-use packaging, particularly in the transportation of sensitive industrial goods such as automotive parts, reducing damage during transportation and lowering the rejection rates.
Evolon ESD materials meanwhile address the need for the specialised packaging of sensitive electronic components by providing customisable and permanent electro-static discharge protection, in addition to surface protection. Carbon dioxide
The Evolon Food Bag has been designed as packaging for food preservation in the home, extending the shelf life of vegetables, fruits and bread by providing excellent moisture and climate management.
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