Le Lézard
Classified in: Environment, Science and technology
Subjects: PDT, RCY

BioLogiQ Launches Three New BioPolymers That Enhance Packaging and Product Sustainability


IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, ­April 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- BioLogiQ, Inc., a bioplastic resin manufacturing company specializing in environmentally friendly plastic products made from renewable resources, announced today that it is launching three new grades of its plant-based plastic, NuPlastiQ® BioPolymers. The new grades are: NuPlastiQ XP High Performance BioPolymers for packaging applications; NuPlastiQ XD High Durability BioPolymers for durable goods applications; and NuPlastiQ BC Biodegradable/Compostable BioPolymers for foodservice and other packaging applications.

NuPlastiQ logo, from BioLogiQ, Inc. (PRNewsfoto/BioLogiQ)

Using a proprietary process, BioLogiQ produces NuPlastiQ GP BioPolymers (GP) from natural, renewable resources ? plants. GP resins contain 100% USDA Certified Biobased Content, and are ASTM D6400 and EN 13432 certified for compostability. When combined with traditional plastics to produce the new XP, XD, and BC grades, the resulting resins are stronger and more durable; reduce fossil fuel-based plastic usage and greenhouse gas generation; and maintain the recyclability, compostability, or biodegradability of that traditional polymer (i.e., HDPE, LLDPE, LDPE, PP, TPE EVOH, PLA, PHA).

Brad LaPray, president and founder of BioLogiQ explains, "Simply put, we make polymers from plants by turning polysaccharides, or plant starch, into plastic. This polymer actually forms an alloy with its partner polymers to produce new compounds that are stronger than the partner plastic would be by itself. It's like combining copper and zinc to make brass, an alloy that's more durable than either of its ingredients are by themselves."

NuPlastiQ XP High Performance
When GP is combined with traditional packaging plastics such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polystyrene (PS), the strength of NuPlastiQ XP leads to down-gauging and reductions in the use of fossil fuel-based plastics. Applications include flexible bags & pouches, jugs, handle bags, grocery sacks, and trash bags. The recyclability of the partner resins is maintained or potentially enhanced.

NuPlastiQ XD High Durability
For durable goods, NuPlastiQ XD BioPolymers made with ABS, recycled HDPE, TPE or similar resins maintain or improve the physical properties of these resins and reduce the use of fossil fuel-based plastics. Depending on the application, they may also allow for the reduction of materials used. Applications include casings for mobile phones and other consumer electronics, hand tools, footwear, rigid containers, and power tools.

NuPlastiQ BC Biodegradable/Compostable
NuPlastiQ BC BioPolymers  are made by compounded NuPlastiQ GP and other biodegradable or compostable resins such as PHA, PBAT or PLA.  They are designed to maintain or increase biodegradation levels in industrial compost conditions and to meet ASTM D6400 standards. The resulting compounds also provide opportunities for light-weighting and/or cost reduction. Applications include bags & sacks, agricultural films, and foodservice products such as cups, lids, utensils, plates and containers.

About BioLogiQ
Founded in 2011, BioLogiQ, Inc. of Idaho Falls, makes polymers from plants. It was established to create a useful plastic from the excess starch produced (and usually discarded) during potato processing. The company's goal is to help build a world free of pollution caused by fossil fuel-based plastics. For more information, visit www.biologiq.com or www.nuplastiq.com.

 

SOURCE BioLogiQ


These press releases may also interest you

at 21:32
Arctech has recently signed a contract for the 500MW Manah I power plant project in Oman, following its successful bid for the 588MW Manah II PV project in Oman earlier in 2023. This consecutive project win showcases Arctech's customized solutions...

at 21:15
Techtouch, Inc. (Headquarter: Tokyo, Japan, President/CEO: Naka Imuta) announced today that it ranked 8th in the 21st Technology Fast 50 Japan, with three-year revenue growth of 468.6%. Technology Fast 50 Japan, held annually by Deloitte Tohmatsu...

at 21:00
OKX Ventures, the investment arm of leading crypto exchange and Web3 technology company OKX, today published a report titled 'Unlocking the Infinite Potential of Crypto and AI.' The report explores the convergence of AI and crypto, a major trend in...

at 21:00
The "Strategic Storytelling for Internal Communications: Using the Power of Storytelling to Engage Employees, Manage Organizational Change, and Shape Workplace Cultures" conference has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Best...

at 20:50
Pharma (1167.HK), a clinical-stage oncology company drugging the undruggable targets, today announced its 2023 annual results. The revenue was RMB63.5 million, the R&D investment was RMB372 million, the cash and cash equivalent at the end of 2023 was...

at 20:48
Carrieverse Co., Ltd. has announced the grand opening of its Web3 metaverse game, 'Carrieverse', on the 28th of this month. It will be released in most regions around the world, and is expected to attract more than 1.2 million pre-registered users,...



News published on and distributed by: