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Guenther Klammer New CTO of Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen Gmbh (NGR)

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Guenther Klammer New CTO of Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen Gmbh (NGR)

Ing Guenther Klammer is responsible for the research and technical developments of Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH as the new technical manager (CTO). With this reinforcement in the management, the team of plastics recycling machine specialists will ensure the technical progress of products and services also in the future and further expand their position as a technological pioneer.

Guenther Klammer studied general mechanical engineering at the TU Wien. For the new position at NGR, he brings his profound technical expertise as well as many years of industry experience in plastics recycling. “Implementing innovative and sustainable solutions in plastics recycling is my passion, and I am looking forward to the new tasks at NGR,” says Klammer, who intends to continue driving the Feldkirchen-based mechanical engineering company’s growth course at the highest technical level.

Professionally, the creative tinkerer with management expertise has worked at Cincinnati Milacron, Erema, and as CEO of MAS Maschinen- und Anlagenbau Schulz GmbH, among others. Most recently, he headed the Plasticizing Systems & Recycling division at Engel Austria GmbH and was responsible for numerous patent applications during his career. In his private life, the enthusiastic mountain and water sportsman is the father of three grown-up children.

“In recent years, NGR has made a steady progress from a start-up to an internationally successful machine builder, not least due to technically innovative products,” explains Josef Hochreiter, CEO of the next genration group. “But we certainly don’t want to rest on this success. Because the requirements in plastics recycling are becoming more and more complex worldwide. In order to meet precisely these increased requirements and to continue to offer one step ahead solutions, we have once again strengthened our forces.”

The entire NGR management welcomes the personnel reinforcement and is convinced that the company is ideally equipped for future challenges thanks to Guenther Klammer’s technical know-how and experience. With the new appointment, NGR has reated ideal conditions to realize its mission “working for a better future” with a top motivated team and to continue developing innovative solutions and highly efficient recycling machines in the future.

 

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Visitor Registration Launched for West Africa’s Largest Manufacturing Event

Julie Fernandes
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Visitor Registration Launched for West Africa’s Largest Manufacturing Event

Propak West Africa opens its doors in just ten weeks’ time with visitors now able to register for their badges and be the first to receive updates about the exhibition.

With a record number of over 5,000 visitors expected through the doors at Propak to witness the growth and innovation that the exhibition has gone through since 2021, exceeding its previous largest edition in 2019, it promises to be a catalyst for ideas across the industries served.

The focus of Propak remains on the packaging, printing, plastics and processing industries and the auxiliary services and sectors that tie into them, with sustainability and green technologies having a rightfully larger presence for both the exhibitors and the conference agenda.

The ninth edition is sponsored by Epson, Skysat and Neofyton and will take place from the 22nd – 24th November 2022, once again returning to the purpose built exhibition venue, The Landmark Centre that sits at the centre of commerce in Africa’s largest city of Lagos, Nigeria.

Propak West Africa will see a large number of international companies arrive in Nigeria to showcase their product innovations and services to key buyers, business and factory owners from across West Africa. With substantial pavilions from Austria, Egypt, Italy in attendance alongside companies from 14 other countries, it will be a truly international event. Not to be out done by the international representation there is a strong and varied attendance from Nigerian companies who represent a broad range of household names and inspiring start-up companies in the sector. With more than 150 brands already confirmed Propak is bustling with opportunities, see the full exhibitor list online now – https://www.propakwestafrica.com/exhibitor-list.

Retaining its importance more than ever is the conference theatre, where industry leading commentators and operators will be sharing their insight and experience with those who attend. With Prof Pierre Pienaar, President, World Packaging Organisation, Princess Layo Bakare, Managing Director/CEO, FAE Limited and Amith Sukhnundan, Head, Markem-Imaje Dept, SBA Group already confirmed to speak, the line up in 2022 will surpass previous editions in its depth and focus. The sessions will cover key topics that are affecting the industries today, along with panel discussions covering green technologies, Intra-Africa trade and capital finance. These will be bolstered with presentations on specific areas of the industry including recycling, regulatory changes and industry 4.0.

With so much lined up for November, be sure to register to attend now and make sure you are the first to know about new developments and opportunities to boost your experience at Propak West Africa.

To find out more information on how to get involved, either by taking one of the final stands or sign up to attend as a visitor please visit – https://www.propakwestafrica.com/visiting/register2022

 

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Moog X700 Series 2-Way Servo Cartridge Valves With Superior Flow Performance

Julie Fernandes
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Moog X700 Series 2-Way Servo Cartridge Valves With Superior Flow Performance

Moog’s new X700 Series Servo Cartridge Vales serve as robust throttle valves in electrohydraulic flow control systems, especially those requiring quick dynamic responses and high flows. Typical applications include die-casting, metal sheet forming, and presses, as well as other types of heavy industrial equipment.

The X700 Series Servo Cartridge Valves provide users with numerous advantages over other throttle valves. These include a flow-optimized design with a huge leap in flow performance compared to alternative products, and a robust design enabling a maximum main stage operating pressure of 420 bar (6,000 psi). For maximum flexibility, customers can choose between three interface options an analog or fieldbus interface – or both, combined in the same valve –to be prepared for Internet of Things (IoT) requirements.

Three sizes according to ISO 7368 are available: Size 32 (X702), size 40 (X703) and size 50 (X704). All valves are equipped with integrated electronics and closed-loop position control for the main stage cartridge poppet.

“The significantly increased flow performance of our new product family enables customers to reduce valve sizes and save costs and space, which results in a more economical machine design”, says development team leader Joerg Wagner. “Combined with the higher dynamics of a smaller sized valve, these products also allow a higher machine performance.”

A Moog D636 Direct Drive Valve is used for the pilot stage, offering superior dynamics and high energy efficiency, thanks to its minimal internal leakage. Due to the innovative main stage design, a sleeve alignment in the manifold is not required, providing flexibility in manifold design. For applications with particular safety requirements, fail-safe options are available that ensure a defined, safe main stage position to avoid uncontrolled machine movements.

 

 

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Milliken Launches Production at World-class Clarifier Plant

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Milliken Launches Production at World-class Clarifier Plant

The recent launch of production at Milliken & Company’s impressive, new clarifier plant in Blacksburg, South Carolina, will enhance access to the Millad NX 8000 additive for customers worldwide. This facility will enable Milliken, a leading global manufacturer of plastic additives and colorants, to meet increasing demand for these products well into the future.

”We’re pleased to report that the plant has begun manufacturing product, and we plan to reach full operating capacity by the end of 2022, allowing us to increase Millad production by 50 percent,” said Cindy Boiter, president of Milliken’s Chemical Business. Announced earlier this year, “this represents the largest clarifier plant investment in Milliken history.”

Millad NX 8000 helps reduce carbon emissions by enabling converters to lower their energy use during processing while also improving production efficiency. This has never been more important than during this period of unparalleled spikes in energy prices. Additionally, these certified energy savings allow brand owners using PP clarified with Millad NX 8000 ECO to display the much-desired UL Environmental Claim Validation label on their injection-molded parts.

Boiter went on to recognize the impressive efforts that went into making this plant opening a reality. “We greatly appreciate all the efforts of our associates who were involved in making this plant exceptional.”

Milliken has long been known for its innovation, collaboration and commitment to advancing sustainability. Recognized as one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by Ethisphere Institute for 16 straight years, the firm leverages its 157-year history and extensive chemical expertise to tailor products that make the world a better place and create a healthier future for generations. Millad NX 8000 is an excellent example of applying innovation through chemistry to advance sustainability.

Polypropylene (PP) is durable, lightweight, highly recyclable and, thanks to Millad, offers glass-like clarity. This improvement enables PP to be used in applications such as thin-wall packaging. It also is one of the least energy-intensive polymers to make and recycle compared to other clear polymers. Additionally, the How2Recycle labeling program in late July upgraded the eligibility of rigid PP tubs, bottles, jugs, and jars to “Widely Recyclable” in the United States.

 

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Mondi Has a Hold on Drinks Packaging With Hug & Hold – a New Sustainable Alternative to Plastic Shrink Wrap

Julie Fernandes
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Mondi Has a Hold on Drinks Packaging With Hug & Hold – a New Sustainable Alternative to Plastic Shrink Wrap

  • Mondi has created a paper packaging solution to wrap and transport Pet beverage bottles, replacing plastic shrink wrap
  • Hug & Hold is a recyclable 100% paper-based solution, comprising two elements: a kraft paper sleeve and a corrugated clip
  • Innovative solution devised in-house by Mondi’s specialist teams and has been validated for automated packing processes

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has launched Hug & Hold, a recyclable, paper-based solution to replace plastic shrink wrap for Pet bottle bundle packs.

FMCG brands, including beverage producers, aim to reduce their use of unnecessary plastic. These aims are matched by consumer expectations, with global consumers looking for less plastic when purchasing product. Mondi’s new Hug & Hold solution is therefore timely, meeting the sustainability needs of brands and their customers.

Hug & Hold comprises two elements that provide secure and safe transportation as well as stacking of bundles of bottled drinks. The first element is a patent-pending sleeve made of 100% kraft paper that wraps around the bottles to hold them securely. Made from Advantage SpringPack Plus, it offers high tensile strength and can withstand enough weight to strap and stabilise the bottles during transportation. The second element is a corrugated clip which holds the bottles around the neck. An optional integrated handle means a bundle of bottles can be carried and transported easily. Simple separation of single bottles from the pack by the consumer or retail staff adds to the convenience of the design.

With Hug & Hold, Mondi is first to manufacture and market a complete concept, providing a strong and stable solution that is made from renewable and fully recyclable materials, suitable for existing paper waste streams throughout Europe. The team worked with Krones, a global acting specialist in packaging automation technology, to ensure that Hug & Hold can pack bottles in a fully automated process with the latest Krones’ machines. Krones further offers options to upgrade its existing machinery enabling an easy switch to Hug & Hold as a sustainable alternative.

Silvia Hanzelova, Sales Director Specialty Kraft Paper at Mondi, says: “Leveraging Mondi’s team of kraft paper and corrugated specialists, we were able to develop a fully paper-based solution with minimal material usage. Following thorough testing with Krones and a global beverage brand, Hug & Hold has been confirmed in terms of runnability and viability.”

“The evolution of secondary transport packaging is just what the global drinks industry needs as it looks to the future. A sustainable, functional and fully automated alternative to plastic shrink wrap means that brand owners can safely switch to a recyclable paper-based packaging solution, without any risk to their product or logistics”, adds Tarik Aniba, Sales & Marketing Director Corrugated Solutions at Mondi.

 

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At drinktec, United Caps Continues its Industry-Leading Sustainability Position by Demonstrating its Sustainability Goals and Transformation

Julie Fernandes
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At drinktec, United Caps Continues its Industry-Leading Sustainability Position by Demonstrating its Sustainability Goals and Transformation

United Caps on track to reach science-based emissions reduction targets, with 50% reduction by 2030, net zero for entire carbon footprint by 2050

United Caps, an international manufacturer of caps and closures, today reported that it will be featuring discussions with visitors to its drinktec booth regarding its ongoing progress toward net zero carbon footprint and a circular economy for plastics, while continuing to deliver caps that enhance the end-user experience for its customers’ brands. The ultimate aim is caps made from 100% renewable feedstocks or recycled plastic, using 100% green energy and made by a happy, secure workforce operating in a carbon neutral environment.

“As we have stated in the past and continue to carry forward today, we are committed to leaving the world better than we found it. The same innovation that goes into making our products drives our work to tackle some of the packaging world’s most pressing challenges,” said CEO Benoit Henckes. “Our sustainability plan encompasses four main pillars with specific actions in process for each. These include corporate governance, social responsibility, product responsibility and the environment. This is a United all-of-company effort to which our highly talented team is applying full efforts, and those efforts are only continuing to intensify as we transition our operations to becoming an enthusiastic part of a truly circular economy for plastics.”

In pursuit of these goals, during 2021 United Caps established measures and processes to gauge its carbon emissions and their impact, establishing a benchmark, the first step toward achieving carbon neutrality. In 2022, rigorous second-year measures using the GHG protocols are well underway, enabling consistent focus and transparency. The GHG Protocol method is an effective solution for ranking CO2 emissions by source and for launching an active CO2 emissions reduction process. It is a worldwide recognized standard developed by a partnership of the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

“Another significant element of our sustainability transformation,” Henckes added, “is our intensity in driving the adoption of ISCC+ certified feedstocks. We’ve been working very hard to bring more and more of our locations on board as registered and certified ISCC+ production facilities. We’re seeing high demand for more sustainable cap options and many of those can be found at our drinktec booth.”

United Caps will be discussing sustainability and demonstrating sustainable products at the upcoming drinktec show, scheduled for 12 to 16 of September at Messe München, Germany. United Caps will be located on Stand C5.403 at the show. This includes the UCTC range of tethered closures alongside caps manufactured with ISCC+ certified resins as well as advanced techniques to calculate the impact of choices made in cap selection.”

In addition, United Caps has prepared a dedicated Sustainability microsite which includes a downloadable report, to be released at drinktec, where interested parties can find information about UC’s sustainability activities. It includes information about how Sustainability is driving new product developments like UCTC Tethered Closures and Mimica Touchcaps. The report is an update of United Caps Interim Sustainability Report 2020 that was highly touted as an industry first when it was initially released. It details progress right across the journey of a closure from In the Plant to In the Hand.

Henckes concluded, “Whether it’s an ‘off the shelf’ development like our UCTC range or a bespoke development like the PureTwistFlip closure developed with Elopak, more and more brands are working with United Caps to reach their own sustainability ambitions. We extend an open invitation to brands to workshop with us to create products with values that also drive value, and we look forward to initiating many of these discussions at drinktec.

 

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INEOS Styrolution Presents Industry Leading Line-Up of Uncompromising Sustainable Polystyrene

Julie Fernandes
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INEOS Styrolution Presents Industry Leading Line-Up of Uncompromising Sustainable Polystyrene

  • Mechanically-recycled polystyrene made from 100% post-consumer waste
  • Bio-attributed polystyrene made from ISCC-certified renewable feedstock
  • Performance matches that of respective virgin products
  • Drop-in solutions: No adjustments, no interruption, no hassle

INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, has introduced a lineup of commercially available sustainable polystyrene products that is second to none. The new products provide customers a choice to select the best fit for their application.

The complete lineup introduced today follows initial announcements on mechanically-recycled polystyrene solutions in 2021. The new “ECO” products offer the performance of the respective virgin products, but with a significantly lower CO2 footprint. All products are drop-in solutions.

INEOS Styrolution’s polystyrene portfolio includes general purpose polystyrene (GPPS) resins and impact modified polystyrene (HIPS) resins. GPPS resins are transparent polymers suitable for injection molding or extrusion applications. They are typically used for food service, food packaging, refrigerator components, building & construction and healthcare applications. HIPS resins, also suitable for extrusion and injection molding, are typically used for yoghurt cups, food packaging, electronic devices and durable fridge liners.

INEOS Styrolution’s portfolio of sustainable polystyrene solutions consists of recycling solutions and bio-attributed polystyrene.

Recycling solutions
INEOS Styrolution offers today mechanically-recycled polystyrene with properties that make downcycling unnecessary. Products come as drop-in solutions to customers’ existing production processes. Thus, investments into new equipment are not needed, processes do not need to be re-evaluated, and no downtime in production is required.

All of INEOS Styrolution’s mechanically-recycled polystyrene products for food contact applications contain 100% post-consumer recycled content, and the Styrolution PS ECO 440FC grade produced from household food packaging waste is available with a food contact statement supplied by INEOS Styrolution.

Louie Mackee, Commercial Product Manager for Sustainable Products, INEOS Styrolution says: “This is a major step forward. Food contact applications can be recycled back to the same application through mechanical recycling. After tackling the most demanding food contact applications, we plan to further look into mechanical recycling solutions for the household and construction industries.”

Bio-attributed polystyrene
INEOS Styrolution’s new bio-attributed polystyrene products are made from styrene sourced from renewable ISCC-certified feedstock. Using this new feedstock as a replacement for fossil-based feedstock results in a substantial greenhouse gas saving compared to conventional polystyrene, and the product carbon footprint of bio-attributed Styrolution PS ECO is at least carbon neutral or even better (offering a negative carbon footprint). All INEOS Styrolution’s bio-attributed polystyrene products are produced according to an ISCC-certified mass balance approach.

Bio-attributed polystyrene products can be recognised by the suffix “B100” in their name, where “100” indicates that an amount of ISCC-certified bio-feedstock equivalent to 100% of the product is attributed to the final material. (If desired, customers can achieve a lower bio-attributed content in their final product by mixing the B100 material with an appropriate quantity of conventional polystyrene.)

All of INEOS Styrolution’s bio-attributed products have identical physical and mechanical properties as their fossil-based counterparts, as well as all the same regulatory documents available. Therefore, when switching to INEOS Styrolution’s bio-attributed products, no new material approval processes are required. The bio-attributed GPPS product “Styrolution PS ECO 168N B100”, for example, is identical to the existing “Styrolution PS 168N” material, but with 100% of the feedstock attributed from ISCC-certified sources.

Mackee continues: “While the mechanical recycling process helps prevent valuable feedstock ending up in landfill or being incinerated, ISCC-certified bio-attribution can offer an alternative route to production with a significantly lower product carbon footprint. Early access customers have already successfully started the production of food contact applications with our new materials.”

 

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Benefits of Borsafe Super Low Sag PE100-RC Pressure Pipe Material Make It Politejo’s First Choice for Large-diameter Pipeline Project

Julie Fernandes
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Benefits of Borsafe Super Low Sag PE100-RC Pressure Pipe Material Make It Politejo’s First Choice for Large-diameter Pipeline Project

  • Tailored polymer architecture and low melt flow rate of newly launched BorSafe HE3490-SLS-H prevents sagging and offers very high Slow Crack Growth (SCG) resistance
  • Borealis selected for major pipeline project on basis of proven track record of professional execution, focus on highest quality, and efficient process alignment
  • Design for eco-efficiency and recycling puts EverMinds approach to work in practice

Borealis announces that Politejo, a leading global pipe manufacturer based in Portugal, has selected the new Super Low Sag (SLS) black polyethylene PE100-RC (resistant to crack) pressure pipe material for use in a major pipeline project comprising onshore and offshore sections in the Galicia region of northern Spain. The project is one example of how Borealis is using its step-change innovations to enhance the sustainability of pipe infrastructure by making pipes safer, more robust, and durable. By designing pipe materials with eco-efficiency and recycling in mind, Borealis is closing the loop on plastics circularity.

The new pipe material is the recently launched BorSafe HE3490-SLS-H. Its tailored polymer architecture and low melt flow rate (MFR) enable the production of pipe with high wall thicknesses while counteracting the “sagging phenomenon” characteristic of other conventional materials used in the pipe extrusion process. Sagging refers to the tendency for a hot melt (being extruded from the pipe extrusion die) to flow downward due to the force of gravity, resulting in uneven wall thickness and distribution. The low sag property of this resin makes the production process more efficient, with faster start-up in reaching the required dimension tolerances for pipe diameter and wall thickness. Another benefit is the reduction of scrap rates and overall waste avoidance.

For Politejo’s large-diameter pipeline project in Spain, pipes with diameters of 900 mm and 1100 mm will be used in the onshore section, while a larger number of pipes with diameter of 1400 mm and 60 mm wall thickness will be used in the offshore section, where submersed installation demands especially high quality and long material lifespan.

The very high Slow Crack Growth (SCG) resistance of BorSafe HE3490-SLS-H translates into faster installation and cost efficiency. Faster installation times can be realised because the robustness of the pipe allows for installation without sand-bedding around it. For drinking water applications, the new and improved formulation offers extra assurance of purity for the safe transport of potable water. Finally, design for eco-efficiency in the spirit of EverMinds means that this material solution boasts an expected lifespan of over 100 years, and is fully recyclable.

BorSafe HE3490-SLS-H can be produced using a grade from the Bornewables portfolio of circular polyolefins. In future, resins from the transformational Borcycle C portfolio of chemically recycled solutions can also be selected for pipe applications.

Both the Bornewables and Borcycle C grades are composed of ISCC PLUS-certified (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification Plus) feedstock produced using the mass balance method; both enable significant CO2 footprint reductions when compared to the use of fossil fuel-based feedstocks.

“This project is a major milestone in collaboration between the Politejo team and Borealis. We have executed such projects with our experienced team in the past, but here we needed the best material, and one available for prompt shipment. Given that our installation schedule is extremely tight, the high production rates and easy processing of the BorSafe material are key parameters. BorSafe HE3490-SLS-H pipes’ superior mechanical performance characteristics, robustness, and scratch resistance during transport and installation were decisive factors in our selection,” explains Andre’ Maia, Politejo Technical Director. “We’re glad to have found in Borealis a partner who moves with us in pushing the envelope on highly demanding polyethylene pipe applications.”

“We’re pleased to be advancing circularity in the pipe industry together with our partner Politejo, who shares our dedication to using innovation and collaboration to make our infrastructure safer and more sustainable,” says John Webster, Borealis Global Commercial Director Infrastructure. “Design for eco-efficiency in the spirit of EverMinds has produced a superior product with an extremely long lifespan and which can even be recycled at end-of-life. This is what we mean by reinventing the plastics infrastructure for more sustainable living.”

 

 

 

 

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Solvay Partners with Inaventa Solar for More Efficient Solar Collector Designs

Julie Fernandes
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Solvay Partners with Inaventa Solar for More Efficient Solar Collector Designs

High-heat resistant Ryton PPS replaces metal to enable weight and cost savings, combined with lower carbon footprint and better aesthetic facility integration

Solvay and Inaventa Solar, an innovator in solar thermal collector technology, joined forces in the development of the partner’s new BI70 solar collector. The product leverages Solvay’s Ryton PPS to replace metal, which provides significant benefits from greater design flexibility and automated manufacturing to simplified handling, better aesthetic facility integration and a lower carbon footprint.

“The main reason for replacing metals with polymers in our business is linked to the goal of making solar collectors with a lower carbon footprint,” explains John Rekstad, CEO of Inaventa Solar. “The smooth and efficient collaboration with Solvay has resulted in a material solution that meets all key design and manufacturing requirements of our new solar collector and has accelerated the time-to-market of this sustainable innovation.”

The combination of long-term heat resistance up to 160°C, excellent hydrolytic resistance and processability makes this new impact modified Ryton PPS compound the preferred solution for the solar collector’s thermal absorber sheet, according to Els De Meersman, Solvay Customer Technical Development Engineer. Compared to metals, it facilitates a more flexible and efficient, automated manufacturing process for lightweight solar panels that save energy even before they are installed, by simplifying transport as well as handling on the construction site. The polymer also helps architects achieve a more seamless and aesthetic integration of the solar collectors into the roofs and façades of buildings, where they can replace other cladding components as active energy providers.

“Our partnership with Inaventa Solar is a great example of how we are supporting a more sustainable economy by enabling a lower carbon footprint along the value chain through material solutions that enable weight reduction and more efficient large-volume production,” says Joachim Vercauteren, Key Account Manager for Solvay’s Materials segment. “The result of this strong and focused collaboration is a custom-tailored extrusion blend of Ryton PPS combining high-performance in-use characteristics with cost-effective processability for large structured solar panels.”

Solvay has partnered with Inaventa Solar to replace metal in solar collector designs with structural components extruded in Ryton PPS, providing greater design flexibility and manufacturing cost-efficiency while enabling a lower carbon footprint and more aesthetic facility integration.

 

Following initial installations at farms, schools, commercial and residential buildings in Norway and other Nordic countries, the cost-efficient and environmentally friendly new Inaventa Solar collector BI70 will be available worldwide. Solvay will showcase the contribution of its Ryton PPS polymer to the design, manufacturability and sustainability of this solar energy application at the company’s Booth C61 in Hall 6 during K 2022 from October 19 to 26 in Düsseldorf, Germany.

 

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The Technological Evolution for Gamma Meccanica Lines: New Design, Energy Savings and Smart Solutions for the Recycling of Plastic Materials

Julie Fernandes
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The Technological Evolution for Gamma Meccanica Lines: New Design, Energy Savings and Smart Solutions for the Recycling of Plastic Materials

The new technological evolution began for Italian company Gamma Meccanica S.p.A. that designs and manufactures the lines for the regeneration of plastic materials since 1987. Gamma Meccanica’s technologies for regeneration are known for their high level of automation and energy efficiency. The recent Tandem and Tandem PLUS technologies have contributed to the growing success of the company on the market. GM Tandem lines allow to recycle heavily printed (over 100%), high humidity (up to 12% of humidity) and contaminated materials. The Tandem PLUS line thanks to the combination of a single screw extruder with a twin screw extruder and a special
degassing chamber improves the characteristics during the upcycling process, so it is ideal for the production of compounds from recycled materials for special applications.

 

 

To improve the performance in terms of production, efficiency and quality of the final product, the company has studied a new design for its lines that will be presented at the next edition of K 2022. The new series has an aesthetically homogeneous design. The lines are characterized by lower energy consumption and the new compact layout that helps to save space.

The first line realized with the new design is the GM100 Compac which will be exhibited at K2022. Among the various features it is able to offer better performance thanks to a more efficient insulation designed for less heat dispersion and greater temperature control of the various areas. The production capacity of the GM100 Compac is about 500 kg / h, depending on the type of material to be recycled and processing conditions. The composition is typical of GM COMPAC series: power supply equipped with shredder and densifier with Ecotronic system for power control. The material can be loaded with a conveyor belt or reel unwinder tow; pressing screw placed between the feed and the extruder, an extruder (or two in the case of Tandem models) with one or more degassing chambers. At the end of the extruder, the cabiafilter supplied by qualified and consolidated suppliers with whom Gamma has been collaborating for years is installed. The pelletizing of the material and the cooling will be obtained with the TDA model cut designed by Gamma Meccanica not only to guarantee the highest quality of the granule, but also to make cleaning and maintenance operations of this unit quick and easy.

 

 

This line, once the fair is completed, will be installed in the new laboratory center that Gamma is setting up to test the materials supplied by customers and to verify the quality of the workmanship. Therefore, even if the incidence of challenging plastics is increasing, Gamma Meccanica is working to solve the problem of their recovery and make the principle of the circular economy effective.

Andrea Burini, vice president of Gamma Meccanica, gives some anticipation on the new lines: “Our commitment is to“ tear ”more and more plastic from the waste-to-energy plants and recover as many materials as possible thanks to the latest technological solutions we offer. In recent years, our company has collected a whole series of suggestions, information and requests to create a new generation of machines with the aim of improving performance and their application on materials that are more difficult to regenerate ". Burini states: “If all plastic waste were diverted from landfills to recycling plants and if the most advanced technologies for their recovery were applied, it would be possible to recycle an additional quantity equal to over 5 million tons / year of plastic waste with a reduction of about 7 million tons of CO2 emissions. Our experience and consolidated skills, combined with a high level of know-how, allow us to meet the demands of international markets and to propose tailor-made solutions for each customer. We have many innovations in store to unveil to the market over the next year, and we are sure that once again our commitment and our experience will be rewarded with the satisfaction of our customers all over the world ”- concludes Burini.

 

 

 

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