Solvay Accelerates Efforts to Reduce GHG Emissions Through Launch of New Product Carbon Footprint Tool

Solvay has developed an automated system to calculate product carbon footprint (PCF), a measurement that takes into account all greenhouse gas emissions generated by a product from raw material extraction to when it leaves the Solvay factory (cradle to gate). The digital tool is being rolled out across the Group’s Novecare business, which offers high-performing solutions across the agro, home and personal care, coatings and industrial markets.

Developed using best-approved PCF and digital principles, and advancing integration with suppliers, the new tool will enable Solvay’s Novecare business to calculate the PCF of its entire portfolio of products and meet customer demand for increased accuracy and timely updates. This information will allow the business and its customers to identify areas in which emissions can be reduced, and regularly track progress. It will also serve as a springboard for collaboration across the supply chain, enabling the development of innovative, climate- friendly solutions aligned with customer needs.

“Automated and fully aligned with existing global initiatives, this digital tool will be used to drive our commercial relationships, enabling us and our customers to make informed decisions that will both reduce our carbon footprints and advance innovation,” said Mike Radossich, President of Solvay’s Novecare business. “It will also empower our business to better manage our decarbonization strategies across all scopes, particularly by providing us with a way to effectively measure upstream Scope 3 emissions.” The Group’s automated PCF calculations are aligned with ISO 14067 and the Product Carbon Footprint Guideline for the Chemical Industry issued by Together for Sustainability (TfS). This allows TfS members to integrate the PCFs of chemical products into their product carbon footprint determinations and corporate greenhouse gas inventories, with a specific focus on Scope 3 Category 1 emissions, which cover raw materials.

Solvay is also working with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) to encourage a cohesive approach to PCF calculation across all industries. In 2022, Solvay announced its commitment to reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 24% by 2030, as compared to 2018 – a goal that has since been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The new PCF tool is the latest initiative taken by the Group to help achieve this ambition. The project is currently being piloted at five of Solvay’s Novecare sites, in France and the US. It will be rolled out across all Novecare sites over the coming months and extended to more business areas in the near future.

https://www.solvayindia.in/

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WAYLAND ADDITIVE MAJORS ON HARD TO PROCESS METALS AT FORMNEXT 2023

The major focus of Wayland Additive at Formnext 2023 is a display of parts made from difficult to process metals such as titanium, carbon steel, and tungsten. Visitors at the show will be able to see the Calibur3 metal AM system from Wayland on stand B139 in Hall 12, an array of parts built on the machine, and also discuss with the company’s top team the ways in which Calibur3 is redefining the metal AM landscape. Calibur3 was developed to overcome common problems with metal AM, and delivers on all of the advantages of metal electron beam (eBeam) powder bed fusion (PBF) technology, while overcoming the troublesome issues that have traditionally limited its wider adoption. Key among these, the company — through the development of the fully neutralized NeuBeam process used in the Calibur3 — has solved the charging issues that have, until now, restricted EBM processes. Critically,    the system also offers the ability to process a wider palette of metal materials.

Will Richardson, CEO at Wayland says, “As we champion the wider adoption of metal AM throughout industry, our focus on extending the material range available to companies is fundamental, and this is why at Formnext 2023, it is material processing and the open nature of our metal AM systems that is front and centre. NeuBeam® unlocks a swathe of complex metal production opportunities that current metal AM processes struggle with. This is because the process is compatible with a much wider range of metal powders, including but not limited to refractory metals and highly reflective alloys. The importance of this cannot be overstated as for industrial users of metal AM, the issue of materials is one that is consistently seen as a bugbear. Metal AM advocates are generally very keen on the advantages that metal AM processes can offer, but they invariably want these advantages with a known material quantity/quality that they trust. However, the nature of many AM processes mean they have to compromise on this and utilise new alloy derivatives created specifically for AM. This leaves them with two unknown quantities — a new process and a new material. This is where NeuBeam really breaks new ground, with the ability to process existing metal materials, which reduces the pain burden when qualifying new parts.”

It is the fact that NeuBeam achieves full charge neutralisation during the build process that is key to offering superior metallurgical capabilities, and opens up the choice of a wider palette of materials for metal AM. The process also eliminates issues concerning residual stress typical with alternative metal AM processes, and produces fully dense parts with demonstrably greater internal integrity.

NeuBeam also removes the need for an entire sinter cake around the parts, which requires costly and time-consuming post-processing steps that can negate the benefits of AM for a given application. This is achieved by only applying the required high temperatures to the part being built, rather than the entire powder bed. Richardson continues, “The elimination of residual stresses is a huge opportunity for the accelerated uptake of metal AM across a whole array of industry applications which we are eager to discuss with visitors at this year’s Formnext. It is fundamentally because of the fact that the process is what we call a ‘hot part’ rather than a ‘hot bed’ process.

This means that the high processing temperatures required are applied to the part, not the bed, and this ensures free- flowing powder post-build (no sinter cake) and stress-free parts with reduced energy consumption. On our booth at Formnext visitors will see intricate large parts made from titanium (which when processed using NeuBeam require no post process heat treatment); carbon steels (the NeuBeam process enabling the printing of alloys with higher carbon contents that would otherwise crack when printed using existing laser PBF techniques); and fully dense parts in Tungsten (a refractory metal that requires exceptionally high temperatures to melt and which his prone to cracking in any other metal AM process).”

www.waylandadditive.com 

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Perstorp strengthens its sustainable offerings with 100% renewable based 2-Ethylhexanol

Leading specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp has launched a new grade of 2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH), now available with 100% renewable, traceable mass-balanced carbon content. When including the biogenic CO2 uptake1 absorbed by the renewable raw materials used, the product has a negative carbon footprint cradle to Perstorp gate. Developed based on both physical and chemical traceability, 2-EH Pro 100 is designed to minimize the carbon footprint throughout the value chain, while supporting sustainable sourcing of renewable and recycled raw materials.

Offering a wide array of applications, 2-EH Pro 100 demonstrates the wide impact the chemical industry has in so many areas of life. The launch of 2-EH Pro 100 is the newest in a series of additions of 100% renewable products based on traceable mass balance to Perstorp’s Pro-Environment portfolio including Evyron T100, Neeture N100, Valeric Acid Pro 100, and 2-EHA Pro 100. “We have launched a number of grades of partially renewable products in the past years, but these new additions are especially exciting as they are some of the first 100% renewable sourced products of this type on the market,” remarks Betty Lu, Vice President of Business Unit Oxo and Plasticizers at Perstorp. “It showcases and further strengthens our commitment and continuous efforts to enable a sustainable transformation in the industry and value chain.”

2-EH Pro 100 is Perstorp’s most recent step towards becoming Finite Material Neutral, heralding a significant shift in the industry’s dependence on virgin fossil raw materials while allowing downstream industries to reduce their Scope 3 emissions while also creating products with a reduced carbon footprint, without compromising on performance. 2-EH Pro 100 is an ISCC PLUS (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) certified product. Being ISCC PLUS certified means that all sustainable raw materials are ISCC PLUS or ISCC EU certified in all parts of the value chain all the way back to the point of origin. “The 2-EH Pro 100 will enable our customers to use 2-EH based on 100% renewable traceable mass balanced feedstock in their formulations,” says Magnus Hindsö, Business Manager for Oxo Products at Perstorp. “This will provide a significant reduction of the product carbon footprint throughout the entire value chain and support the needed transition to more sustainable chemical solutions using less finite raw materials.”

Emphasizing transparency and traceability, the Traceable Mass Balance applies chemical and physical traceability. Applying both physical and chemical traceability means that it possible to find the recycled/renewable molecules in the output product and enables brand owners to make credible product claims. This drives a real transition of the industry to break fossil dependence and incentivize innovation and development of new raw materials and technologies needed for the complete transition of products and industry. The launch of 2-EH Pro 100 marks another significant milestone in Perstorp’s quest to lead the industry’s shift towards renewable and recycled raw materials. It reflects an exciting step towards future-proofing, gradually phasing out virgin fossil raw materials for a variety of applications.

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XSYS Celebrates 70 Years Of The Shanghai Publishing and Printing College

XSYS, a global leader in flexographic platemaking and printing solutions, is pleased to announce its active participation in the 70th anniversary celebrations of the Shanghai Publishing and Printing College (SPPC). Known for its remarkable achievements in education, the SPPC was founded in 1953 as the first higher educational institution dedicated to the publishing and printing industry in China. “XSYS is very proud to support the Shanghai Publishing and Printing College and we wish to congratulate the college on 70 years of outstanding contribution to education and innovation. The SPPC has played a pivotal role in shaping the printing and packaging sectors in China and XSYS is honored to have been a part of its remarkable journey,” declared QiHong-Magenta Zheng, General Manager, XSYS China. One of the program highlights of the celebration day on 15 October is a seminar entitled ‘Integration of Industry and Education on Green and Digital Printing under Carbon Peaking and Carbon Neutrality Strategy.’ As part of this topical presentation on sustainability, Florian Hölzle, XSYS Product Manager for the nyloflex and nylosolv portfolios, will share valuable insights into the key trends that are driving market developments and technological innovation in flexographic platemaking and printing. Commenting on the significance of this seminar, Mr. Hölzle said, “At XSYS, we are dedicated to advancing sustainable solutions for the printing and packaging industry. It is an honor to be a part of the SPPC’s 70th anniversary celebrations and contribute to the discussion on environmentally conscious practices that will shape the industry’s future.”

Additionally, the event will include two press conferences unveiling critical industry reports. The first conference will introduce the ‘2023 China Flexographic Printing Development Report’ offering an in-depth analysis of the current state and future prospects of flexographic printing in China. The second conference will present the ‘2023 Report on the Development of Green Packaging Industry in the Yangtze River Delta,’ shedding light on the region’s efforts to promote sustainable packaging solutions. For over a decade, XSYS and the SPPC have collaborated to promote the cultivation of professional talent in packaging and flexographic printing technology. This close partnership culminated in March 2019 with the grand opening of the Asia-Pacific Technology Center (ATC) as a location for R&D, manufacturing, training, and education. XSYS made a substantial investment of €2 million into the ATC, establishing a dedicated space where the company’s technicians can collaborate with SPPC members and customers to develop new solutions.

Roy Schoettle, VP XSYS APAC & XSYS Thailand, concluded, “With the 70th anniversary of the SPPC as a backdrop, XSYS remains committed to its mission of pioneering sustainable and brilliant solutions for the printing and packaging sectors. We look forward to further strengthening our partnership with the SPPC and contributing to the industry’s growth and development for years to come.”

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Waaree Energies Ltd. Conducts A Unique Tree Plantation Drive To Promote Environmental Sustainability

Waaree’s plantation drive ensured that each tree is associated with the name of a specific employee, adding a personal touch to the initiative. This unique activity not only demonstrates the company’s commitment to mitigating its environmental impact, but also encourages employees to actively participate in fostering a greener planet. Over 2300 trees were planted as part of this two Trees-One Employee system. Last year, a similar drive witnessed over 1000 trees planted by the company. Through these consistent efforts, Waaree Energies Ltd. is committed to making a positive impact on the environment that aligns with its overall objective to promote renewable energy and sustainable practices.

This Two Trees – One Employee policy by Waaree is representative of the ceaseless dedication of each and every team-member towards the cause of environmental preservation. Their contribution goes beyond merely planting trees to being involved in their long-term care. By engaging employees in the process of tree planting and nurturing, the company hopes to foster a sense of responsibility towards the environment and encourage sustainable practices in their personal lives as well. This unique initiative demonstrates the company’s dedication to mitigating its environmental impact. The Plantation Drive was initiated by Mr Hitesh Doshi, Chairman & Managing Director, Waaree Energies Ltd, in Gujarat, demonstrating the commitment of the organisation’s leadership towards creating a greener and more sustainable ecosystem.  Waaree Energies Ltd. has set up factories namely Tumb, Chikhli and Nandigram in Gujarat through which they work towards constant innovation and catering to the requirements of the supply chain, along with addressing environmental concerns,
spreading the green cover.

“Our Tree Plantation initiative not only aligns with Waaree’s core values, but also contributes to the fulfilment of our broader sustainability goals. We believe that every individual has a role to play in preserving our environment, and this initiative reflects our commitment to environmental stewardship, By planting trees under the names of our employees, we aim to create a personal connection between our team members and the environment.” said Mr Hitesh Doshi, Chairman & Managing Director, of Waaree Energies Ltd.

https://www.waaree.com/

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Cosmo First (erstwhile Cosmo Films) Launches Cosmo Plastech – Thin Wall Containers And Sheets

Cosmo Films a global leader in speciality films for packaging, labelling, synthetic paper, and lamination applications announces the launch of its new business division- Cosmo Plastech. This strategic move aligns perfectly with the company’s vision of offering a diverse range of packaging solutions to its valued partners for a wide array of FMCG products, providing enhanced supply chain efficiency. Speaking on the launch, Mr Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First said, “We, at Cosmo First, have proudly pioneered industry-first solutions for the past four decades. As the demand for FMCG products soars, the need for innovative packaging solutions becomes significant. With the launch of Cosmo Plastech, we aim to empower our clients and consumers with cutting-edge rigid packaging solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to sustainability. This marks a significant step in our journey towards a greener future, where a positive change in the packaging industry sets the stage for a circular economy.”

Comso Plastech’s containers are well-designed, offer excellent clarity and are manufactured to serve the food and beverage industry especially. Prioritising product recyclability, Cosmo Plastech has also introduced a recycling programme to ensure that the packaging solutions don’t reach landfills, fostering a culture of positive change and contributing to a circular economy. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Sanjay Chincholikar, Business Head – Technical Films & Rigid Packaging said, “Cosmo Films is proud to announce the launch of Cosmo Plastech. Our containers ensure durability, reliability, and moisture resistance thereby setting an innovative benchmark in the packaging world. With Cosmo Plastech, we look forward to meeting the industry’s evolving demands eco-consciously. Our strategic move to establish Cosmo Plastech reflects the company’s commitment towards excellence in sustainable packaging solutions.”

The packaging containers are made from high-quality materials to ensure durability and reliability using injection moulding and thermoforming techniques. Cosmo Film’s expertise in Rigid packaging solutions combined with state-of-the-art machinery ensures that the products are moisture-resistant and tamper-proof. This makes the solutions of Cosmo Plastech an alternative to traditional packaging practices. For more information related to Cosmo Plastech and its innovative sustainable packaging solutions.

Please visit https://www.cosmofilms.com/

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Ascend to showcase innovations for e-mobility and sustainability at Fakuma

HOUSTON – October 16, 2023 – Ascend Performance Materials will showcase how it is advancing together with its customers through new products for e-mobility and sustainable materials at Fakuma this week. The company, which is the largest fully integrated producer of polyamide 66, will exhibit its engineered materials portfolio, including:
• New grades of the award-winning Vydyne AVS, which provide tunable frequency damping for automakers looking to reduce vehicle noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) at the source.

• Further advances in Starflam X-Protect, a family of PA66 compounds capable of withstanding direct flame exposure up to 1,100°C for 15 minutes – mitigating the risk of a thermal runaway to EV passenger safety. Starflam X- Protect recently passed UL 2596, a safety test for EV battery enclosure materials, and is an ideal material for use as busbar insulation, connectors and flame barriers.

• A growing portfolio of ReDefyne certified circular polyamide compounds with up to 100% pre- and post-consumer recycled feedstock, specially formulated to help customers reduce the carbon footprint of their products without compromising performance. The ReDefyne portfolio can help meet the circularity objectives laid down in the European Commission’s proposed end- of-life vehicle regulation.

“Our goal is always to help our customers solve critical challenges,” said John Saunders, vice president of Europe for Ascend. “Our product portfolio, global footprint and technical support are all geared toward helping our customers navigate the transition to a cleaner future quickly and reliably.” Since the prior Fakuma, Ascend has grown its manufacturing footprint with acquisitions in Mexico and India, as well as the purchase of Circular Polymers by Ascend, a recycler of post-consumer carpet. The company has also increased its scope 1 greenhouse gas reduction target from 80% to 90% by 2030, with current reduction at 64%. “We remain committed to helping our customers realize their growth roadmap and achieving their sustainability goals, even in this challenging market,” said Isaac Khalil, chief commercial officer for Ascend. “Our focus on sustainable polyamide innovation, even at the molecular level of the polymer, makes us the ideal partner for anyone trying to cement their position in a competitive market, whether it is e- mobility, consumer goods or electrification.” Ascend is exhibiting at Booth 5217 in Hall B5 during the 28th Fakuma from October 17 to 21 in Friedrichshafen, Germany.

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Color-Logic Announces Full Compliance with Adobe Creative Cloud 2024

All Print Starts With Design. As design tools like Adobe Creative Cloud evolve, Color-Logic evolves with them. As a result, Color-Logic is essentially the only system in the printing industry routinely developing palettes and plugins that give graphic designers complete control when creating metallics and print embellishments. Color-Logic enables designers to control metallics and embellishments on the press, eliminating post-finishing techniques that require significantly more time and steps.

Said Color-Logic Director of Sales and Marketing Mark Geeves, when discussing how Color-Logic evolves with the most widely used design suite in the industry: “We take care to ensure the entire suite of Color-Logic products is fully compatible with the most current version of Adobe Creative Cloud. Licensed Color-Logic users can access and download the latest Color-Logic Design Suite for Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign on the Color-Logic website under Installers. An optional upgrade provides designers with access to the full complement of 924 metallic colors and embellishments.

Color-Logic™ develops color communication systems and software tool sets for a variety of special effect printing applications. Color-Logic provides brand owners, product managers, corporations, and their advertising agencies the ability to differentiate themselves and their clients with a simple print production process that yields dramatic results. Color-Logic decorative effects utilize the existing workflows of printers and designers, yielding dynamic results without the use of special equipment. Color-Logic supports the value of print and works with designers and printers to enhance their printed media.

For more information, visit www.color-logic.com 

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