Researching sustainable biomaterials to replace conventional synthetic products for industrial and manufacturing applications.
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Keltan® Eco EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene monomer) is a bio-based rubber derived from sugarcane. The Keltan® eco line includes six (6) grades of eco EPDM ranging from 50 70% bio-content: 3050, 8550, 5470, 9950, 6950 and Keltan 0500R. Most grades include 50% bio-based content, while the 5470 has 70%. Arlanxeo claims that
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Epicerol® is a proprietary technology develped for the production of epichlorohydrin (ECH) from glycerin. Epichlorohydrin (ECH) is a compound used to produce epoxy and non-epoxy resins, with a broad range of applications for adhesives, electronics, composites and paints and coatings. Epicerol® offers a cost-effective ECH production process using sustainable raw
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ENVIROLITE® 31325-00 is an un-promoted, medium reactive, low viscosity unsaturated polyester molding resin available from Reichhold. This material is derived in part from soybean oil (25%). ENVIROLITE® 31325-00 is intended as a general purpose molding resin for SMC, BMC, and Pultrusion applications. The soy resin yields laminates with mechanical properties/
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Biosynthetic® base oils are based on Estolides, a new class of bio-based compounds with excellent properties for several different lubricant applications. Estolides are naturally derived, biodegradable, nontoxic, and nonbioaccumulative. In addition to an improved environmental profile, these materials impart excellent performance characteristics in lubricants, including improved lubricity, higher flash points,
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A recent article from The Guardian explores how companies like Patagonia are using plant-based materials to replace neoprene in wetsuits. Patagonia’s Yulex® natural rubber wetsuits offer a green alternative to conventional neoprene wetsuit construction. Neoprene is the go-to material for surfing wetsuits. But it’s also a material with
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Susterra® 1,3 Propanediol, developed and produced by Covation Bio, is a pure, 100% biobased, and petroleum free diol that can serve as the building block in numerous applications. As a petroleum-free building block, and direct replacement for propylene glycol, Susterra® 1,3 Propanediol (PDO) delivers proven functional performance while
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The flax plant yields a natural fiber with some very advanced properties. And we’re not just talking about the comforts of linen. Flax can also be used to produce lightweight, flexible and highly rigid composite materials. When combined with their natural appearance and ecological properties, flax based materials may
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Rilsan® HT is the first flexible, high-temperature polyphtalamide (PPA) from Arkema. This high-performance thermoplastic has been specially designed to replace metal and rubber in tubing for high-temperature automotive and other demanding industrial applications. Rilsan® HT is a lightweight material that demonstrates excellent thermoxidative and chemical resistance at high temperatures, up
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POLYSORB® ID is a blend of diesters obtained from esterification of isosorbide with plant-based fatty acids. Phthalate-free and 100% bio-based, POLYSORB® isosorbide offers the same level of performance as standard and general purpose primary plasticizers for many applications. Example Applications: * PVC Textile coatings * PVC Calendaring * Water Based Adhesives * Personal Care
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Royal Enviroguard Wire Rope Lubricant Oil is formulated with a unique blend of vegetable oils to provide lubrication to individual strands of wire rope in heavy industrial applications, preventing friction and wear and resulting in extended wire rope life and less downtime. Enviroguard Wire Rope Lubricant Oil was developed as
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BioFlo AW (Anti-Wear) Hydraulic Fluid is a readily biodegradable, zinc-free, anti-wear hydraulic oil produced by BioBlend Renewable Resources, LLC. BioFlo AW hydraulic fluids are formulated from renewable base-stocks (vegetable and soy) to meet the performance requirements of mobile and industrial hydraulic systems. BioFlow AW comes in 3 ISO grades: AW32,
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NovaSpec™ base oils are designed to face the toughest lubricant challenges. These base oils are engineered for compatibility with a wide range of additive packages to formulate lubricants for several application areas, from automotive engine oils to process and industrial oils. NovaSpec™ base oils are produced from plant sugars, which