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“We specialise in formulating custom materials designed to solve product issues,” said RTP Company Director of Marketing, Margaret Cox. “For example, we manufacture lubricated thermo- plastics that promote the smooth operation of auto injection pens, or heat-resistant thermoplastics designed for large industrial fans located in extreme environments. Our engineers can often solve multiple issues in a single material, which can save on costs and helps product designers and manufacturers launch products that perform well.” In addition to solving product issues,
RTP Company focuses on sustainable materials. “RTP Company has always worked with recycled and resourced renewable materials,” said RTP Com- pany’s Global Technology Manager, Mark Bennick. “We offer a full range of products utilising sustain- able resources, as dictated by the customer and applica- tion requirements.”
Bio-based compounds Compounds from bio-based sources or incorporating wood-based or plant-based materi- als often require processing with alternative technology. Sulapac was founded in 2016 in Helsinki, Finland, by biochemists Suvi Haimi and Laura Tirkkonen-Rajasalo, who wanted to create a more sustainable alternative to conventional plastic. The solution they came up with is a biocom- posite made primarily from wood chips or wood flour combined with plant-based binders and biodegradable polymers. The material was first introduced into the cosmetics industry before being adopted by brands in various sectors from furniture to fast food. “Showcasing in practice that our Sulapac Solid
bio-composite can be efficiently recycled at commercial scale was an important milestone that supports the adoption of this type of PLA-based materials throughout the HORECA sector,” said CEO Miki Lahtinen. “The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation pressures the industry to move towards reusable packaging and with our solution this can be achieved in a way that keeps the material in the loop without downcycling.” The company has partnered with Hesburger,
Finland’s largest burger restaurant chain, as part of an ambitious project to phase out single-use items. When cups made from Sulapac Solid reach their end-of-life after up to 300 washing cycles, they can be recycled into new food- grade material in a process that has been proved economically feasible by Belgian cleantech company
Triple W. A company called Bönde Board has also launched a cutting-board made of the same material, which is
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