MATERIALS | MASTERBATCH
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Above: Gabriel- Chemie Group opened its expanded masterbatch production site in Hungary in October
simplify handling and improve consistency. Tosaf’s One-Pack Solutions (OPS) address this need through compact, pelletised additive blends that eliminate the use of powders, improving process efficiency, reducing waste, and creating safer production environments.” “Recyclability, stability and durability are essential to sustainable performance,” said Eylon. He pointed to new longer-lasting stabilisation systems that maintain colour, reduce waste, and extend product life as a shift in additive technology. Compatibilisers could become increasingly important, as compounders look to natural fibers and fillers to improve sustainability. In PET recycling in particular, additive advances include chain extenders that restore intrinsic viscosity and toners to neutralise yellowing, he noted. Tosaf has also established a new production site
in Olkusz, Poland to support efficient supply across Poland, Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Tosaf says the 5,500 sq m facility, with an initial capacity of 3,000 tonnes/year, will support its growing portfolio of masterbatch solutions across a range of polymers and applications. As well as production, it will include an advanced laboratory. By expanding its local production capabilities,
Tosaf aims to provide customers with shorter lead times, increased flexibility and closer technical support. “This investment is about getting closer to our customers – not just geographically, but operation- ally,” said Iryna Maydych, managing director of Tosaf Polska Color.
Increased use of PCR In the US, state-level recycled-content and packag- ing EPR rules are driving demand for PCR-compati- ble, food-contact compliant masterbatches and verified chain-of-custody systems, such as ISCC PLUS, said LyondellBasell (LYB), which supplies compounds and masterbatches.
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recycled and renewable content, lower carbon footprints, compliance with food-contact and durability standards and additives that maintain mechanical properties across multiple recycling cycles,” said the company. “The biggest challenges lie in maintaining consistent PCR quality and odor, balancing brand colour requirements with recy- cling guidelines, and navigating evolving, non- harmonised regulations. Scaling circular feedstocks at a competitive cost also remains difficult. At LYB, we address these challenges through advanced polyolefin solutions and circular products designed to help customers achieve recycled-content and carbon dioxide reduction goals while supporting mono-material design without compromising material performance or processing efficiency.” New high-load LYB masterbatches offer im-
proved dispersion at low let-down ratios and are formulated to be compatible with a high percent- age of PCR material in the final formulation. Additives, such as odour neutralisers, absorbers and compatibilisers, are improving the quality of mixed-stream recycled PP and PE by stabilising flow and impact properties, LYB noted.
Hungary expansion European masterbatch supplier Gabriel-Chemie recently finished a €6.5 million expansion at its Nyíregyháza production site in Hungary. The number of production lines has increased from 10 to 19, enabling an annual production volume of up to 2,500 tonnes in future. Production space has more than doubled, to 1,190m², while office, warehouse and maintenance space have also increased.
Investments were also made in energy-efficient technology, including a new cooling water system, a dust extraction system with fresh air supply, an air-source heat pump, and air conditioning in all offices. A highlight is a planned photovoltaic system with around 250 kWp, which will contribute to sustainable energy supply in the future. This is the third Gabriel-Chemie site equipped with a photovoltaic system. “With this expansion, we have increased our capacities and laid the foundation for the sustain- able development of our company,” said Andreas Berger, chief commercial & operating officer at Gabriel-Chemie. A key trend shaping the thermoplastic master-
batch industry in Europe is a growing interest in recycled and bio-based materials, which Gabriel- Chemie is supporting with additive solutions, the company said. In addition, evolving legislation and
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