Articles Tagged with ''bio-based materials''

Kraton Corp. launched a new line of biobased hydrocarbon oils designed to deliver superior performance and environmental advantages in the adhesive industry. 

Covestro is moving forward with the implementation of a unique process for producing the important chemical, aniline, entirely based on plant biomass instead of petroleum.

Kraton, a global producer of specialty polymers and high-value biobased products derived from pine wood pulping by-products, has completed a $35 million investment to upgrade its crude tall oil biorefinery towers.

Arkema has successfully started its new Pebax^® elastomer unit at its Serquigny plant in France, increasing its production of this bio-circular material. 

Arkema achieves mass balance ISCC+ certification at its acrylic monomers production facility in Taixing, China.

New innovations regarding adhesives for recycling and research exploring the potential of cocoa husks offer solutions for formulators and end-users of adhesives and sealants. 

Tape manufacturer tesa celebrated the expansion of its facilities in Sparta, Michigan, with customers, community leaders, and executives from Germany.

EPINITY^® from AGC Vinythai Public Co. Ltd. has been certified under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification system.

Fiber-based products, in particular paper and cardboard, play an important part in the packaging and printing industries. In addition, their bio-based origin and high recycling rates provide tangible sustainability benefits. 

Among the latest innovations within the adhesive and sealant industry is research out of Purdue where scientists are developing sustainable adhesives by analyzing how marine animals adhere.