EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles 20-03-2023 - Arhive
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-100% naturally sourced yarn: RadiciGroup launches Biofeel® Eleven
At Performance Days, the new sustainable product for luxury garments, sportswear and workwear
Biofeel® Eleven is a natural-sourced yarn born of a story that begins in India. In Hindi, “Eranda” is a small bean from which the perfect oil is extracted for the bio-polymer from which everything begins. And it is Castor oil that is the source of these new 100% sustainable yarns, which can be used for fabrics and fine garments in many sectors, from fashion to sports, from automotive to home textiles.
RadiciGroup, the only European producer of this material, has chosen the “Performance days” trade fair (that took place in Munich on 15 and 16 March) to unveil this yarn with excellent technical and environmental performance.
Today, 80% of the world’s castor-oil plantations are in India , particularly in the Gujarat region, due to its favourable climatic conditions. In this area, local people can earn an additional income by cultivating semi-arid land that does not compete with food production, and by applying the skills they have acquired over time to this work. Over the years, thanks to research, development and innovation in the value chain, the seeds from which the oil is produced have been selected and certified to ensure the finest quality, also in terms of end uses. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
Castor beans contain around 45% oil, rich in ricinolein, from which the bio-polymer polyamide 11 is derived. This is the polymer RadiciGroup uses for its Biofeel® Eleven yarn. What remains after the first pressing is a highly effective bio-fertiliser that is returned to the soil. In short, a true example of circularity and “zero waste”.
“Biofeel® Eleven – underlines Marco De Silvestri, sales and marketing head of the Advanced Textile Solutions Business Area. – has unique and special properties, such as low water absorption, increased lightness and improved strength properties. . This means being able to produce fabrics that are both durable and comfortable to the touch and skin. This translates into a wide range of applications, from sportswear to workwear, from fashion garments to textiles for luxury cars.”
-Holland Enters into Partnership to Stabilize Supply, Pricing of PCR Resins
The distributor of thermoplastic resins has partnered with Lavergne, whose portfolio of 100% recycled plastics is not affected by shifting petroleum prices.
Holland Co. today announced a new partnership with Lavergne, a global manufacturer specializing in the formulation of custom compounded engineered resins, to distribute post-consumer recycled (PCR) resins. This partnership will allow M. Holland, an international distributor of thermoplastic resins and ancillary materials, to provide clients with access to Lavergne’s certified PCR resins with increased supply chain security and pricing stability, said the news release. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
Sustainability is a primary focus for the plastics industry, and the demand for PCR resins has accelerated in recent years, noted Samantha Stone, global sourcing leader for sustainability at M. Holland. “Lavergne produces superior, renewed thermoplastic resins that we’re proud to offer our customers. Our partnership with Lavergne will help meet the demand for PCR resins for our clients in North America, where there is currently no viable solution. M. Holland’s customers should also benefit from more stable pricing because Lavergne’s portfolio is 100% recycled plastics and does not depend on shifting petroleum prices.”
Demand for PCR resins is growing as brand owners and OEMs seek to achieve the aggressive sustainability goals they have set. Demand is especially acute across several durable goods segments, including automotive, consumer electronics, home appliances, and office furniture and supplies. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
-Thus the tires will evolve thanks to the electric car
Goodyear tests Tesla Model 3 with airless tires
The manufacturers accelerate the development of the tires for the new electric cars: they could soon “converse” with the driver
When it comes to electric cars, motors and batteries are mainly considered. But it is also important to underline the role of tyres, which require growing attention from manufacturers and companies.
The instantaneous torque delivered by the electric motors, in fact, is accelerating the development of ad hoc tires more and more, capable of guaranteeing both grip on the asphalt and reducing rolling resistance to increase range.
Various brands are moving on this front, having created specific tires for electric cars, while others are reportedly studying even more advanced solutions.
Smart tires
As reported by Automotive News, Continental, Goodyear, Michelin and Bridgestone would be working on far more complex systems than the now classic and ubiquitous pressure monitoring. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
In practice, companies are refining advanced sensors capable of detecting temperatures and any punctures to provide an immediate warning to the driver, a bit like what happens on racing cars that “communicate” their conditions to the pit wall in real time.
Specifically, Goodyear is reportedly working on an even more sophisticated system capable of estimating grip on the asphalt and communicating it on the instrument panel.
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-Indorama and Polymateria sign hygiene partnership
Indorama Ventures (IVL) and technology specialist Polymateria Limited have signed an exclusive 10-year partnership to help household brands bring biodegradable nonwoven hygiene products to the market through biotransformation technology.
This collaboration aims to provide a new solution for dealing with essential items like facemasks and wipes once they have been used, ensuring they can return safely to nature without leaving behind any microplastics or toxic residue. It is specifically designed to tackle plastic leaking into the environment as unmanaged waste, meaning it is neither collected for landfill nor recycled.
Given that most of the plastic in our oceans originates as unmanaged waste on land, addressing the unmanaged waste challenge is key. This partnership aims to do just that for essential hygiene items. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
IVL’s exclusive right to use Polymateria’s unique biotransformation technology for nonwovens supports application in non-virgin resin recycling while providing a solution for ‘fugitive’ used articles, especially those items that end up in the natural environment. This biotransformation process involves the plastic transforming into a bioavailable wax in the open terrestrial environment, whereupon the wax is fully consumed by bacteria, microbes and fungi, leaving just carbon dioxide, water, and biomass. The pulp component is inherently biodegradable under similar conditions.
-UAE firm launches first locally made 100% recycled plastic water bottle
The recyclable material has better overall ecological balance than glass and single-use aluminium cans
UAE – A major water company in the UAE has launched a new water bottle, which is made of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET).
Al Ain Water is producing the new 100 per cent rPET bottle, which is the first to be locally produced by a UAE brand. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
PET is a highly recyclable plastic material, and after recycling it becomes rPET, a strong, durable and infinitely recyclable material that is commonly used for packaged foods and drinks.
Once reprocessed, rPET can be used to make new plastic bottles or other items. It supports the recycling industry, saves energy and resources, and diverts these plastics from landfills.
According to Global Standards, rPET generates 75 per cent less CO2 emissions, requires less energy compared to virgin PET production, and has a better overall ecological balance than glass and single-use aluminium cans.
Alan Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Agthia Group, said: “We have been in active conversations with the UAE government and other stakeholders to develop a system for the collecting, recycling, and reuse of PET-based packaging. We are delighted that these efforts are bearing fruit. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
-Polyplastics targets PLASTRON long cellulose fiber reinforced resin for automotive applications
Polyplastics Group has announced that its newly developed long cellulose fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) resin, PLASTRON LFT, is being targeted for automotive applications such as door module carriers, center consoles, and armrest cores, said the company.
PLASTRON LFT offers lower density and reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than short glass-reinforced resins while delivering the same mechanical properties.
Cellulose is a non-edible biomass raw material derived from organic resources other than fossil resources, and has the following characteristics: negative carbon influence (absorbs carbon dioxide in the air when manufactured) and is sustainable (raw material that can be procured sustainably unlike resources such as natural minerals).
Newly developed PLASTRON LFT long cellulose fiber-reinforced resin incorporates regenerated cellulose fibers made using the Solvent Method which produces hardly any waste. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
Polyplastics uses a Solvent Method cellulose fiber that emits less greenhouse gas when manufactured compared to typical glass fiber. Since it has nearly 10% lower density than glass fiber reinforced PP resin, its greenhouse gas emissions are also even lower when compared in equal volumes.
By nature, cellulose is extraordinarily difficult to dissolve in solvents. A significant majority of typical regenerated cellulose is manufactured using a complex process which involves modification of the cellulose followed by dissolving in solvent and spinning and finally restoring the original cellulose form. This process results in significant emissions of greenhouse gases including carbon dioxide. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
-Putin praises China relations as role model
Russia-China ties are the cornerstone of today’s regional and global stability and “a role model of harmonious and creative cooperation between major countries”, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
In a signed article published in People’s Daily on Monday, Putin said that Russia-China ties “promote economic growth and serve as a guarantee of the positive agenda in international affairs”.
“I am convinced that the Russia-China friendship and partnership based on the strategic choices of the two peoples will continue to grow, prosper and make Russia and China happy and prosperous,” he wrote. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
According to Putin, President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Russia is “significant” and it “proves once again the special nature of the Russia-China partnership, which is always based on mutual trust and respect for each other’s sovereignty and interests”.
Putin said there is no doubt that his meeting with Xi in Moscow “will give a powerful new impetus to bilateral cooperation on all fronts”.
He noted that the two countries’ political dialogue “is full of trust and marks a comprehensive strategic collaboration in the new era”.
Putin endorsed the “constructive role” of the China-proposed Global Security Initiative, saying that it fits with Russia’s position in this area.
“Russia and China have always been committed to building a regional and global security architecture that is equal, open, inclusive and not targeting third countries,” he said.
On the Ukraine conflict, Putin thanked China for its “balanced approach” on the issue, as China understands its historical background and real causes.
“We welcome China’s willingness to play a constructive role in resolving the crisis,” he wrote. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
He added that Moscow “remains open to a political, diplomatic solution” to the crisis.
As for Russia-China ties, Putin said they have “progressed amazingly” and “have reached the highest level ever and continue to consolidate and flourish”.
The relationship transcends the military-political alliances of the Cold War era, as it has no leaders or followers, and no boundaries or restricted areas, he added.
Noting that all COVID-19 response measures restricting people’s visits have been lifted, “cultural and tourism exchanges should be promoted as soon as possible to strengthen the social basis of the Russia-China partnership”, he said.
On bilateral cooperation on international issues, Putin noted that Russia and China, along with other like-minded countries, are constantly advocating the building of a more just and multipolar world order based on international law.
The two countries “maintain close cooperation on international issues in a stormy world, standing shoulder to shoulder, like rocks in turbulent waters, effectively coordinating foreign policy and addressing common threats and contemporary challenges”, he wrote.
Both Moscow and Beijing are “bridge builders”, “unlike some countries that seek to gain hegemony and dismantle global harmony”. EV-Car – PCR-Resins – rPET-Bottles
He noted that the two countries actively promote the development of multilateral institutions such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and BRICS, which are increasingly influential and embracing more partners and friends.
