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BASF presents Irgatec CR 76 for nonwoven production at INDEX
11 Feb '11
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Superabsorbents – Sustainability as Factor of Success
During the past 15 years the hygiene industry was revolutionized by superabsorbent polymers and today the white grainy powder is an inherent part of daily life. Superabsorbents are capable of absorbing and holding water up to 500 times of their own weight – even under pressure. The main applications are in baby diapers as well as in the adult incontinence and feminine hygiene sectors.
In close cooperation with its customers BASF has been developing new tailor-made solutions continuously to fulfill the rising performance requirements of the products in the hygiene industry. During these developments not only the usage properties of the consumer products are of relevance, but also sustainability plays a key role.
Over the whole value chain optimized superabsorbent polymers can influence the demand of resources significantly. Thus BASF is offering innovative concepts which help to protect these resources. For example BASF developed an eco-efficiency analysis, which is used to evaluate the customer benefit of consumer products from a cost and environmental perspective.
Broad portfolio of additives and pigments for nonwoven
As a leading supplier of additives and pigments for the nonwoven industry, BASF offers a comprehensive portfolio of heat and light stabilizers such as Chimassorb and Uvinul , a range of Irgaguard antimicrobial additives, as well as an assortment of Heliogen blue and green pigments.
At this year's Index, BASF presents the innovative technology Irgatec CR 76 for nonwoven production. This technology enables converters to adapt material properties to the specific requirements, for example to make use of more cost efficient raw materials or to convert in-house nonwoven scrap to high-quality nonwoven.
Another focus in BASF's portfolio for nonwoven manufacturers is the halogen-free flame retardant Flamestab NOR 116 which combines flame retardancy and light stability in one molecule. One area of application for Flamestab NOR 116 is in textiles for roofing.
During the past 15 years the hygiene industry was revolutionized by superabsorbent polymers and today the white grainy powder is an inherent part of daily life. Superabsorbents are capable of absorbing and holding water up to 500 times of their own weight – even under pressure. The main applications are in baby diapers as well as in the adult incontinence and feminine hygiene sectors.
In close cooperation with its customers BASF has been developing new tailor-made solutions continuously to fulfill the rising performance requirements of the products in the hygiene industry. During these developments not only the usage properties of the consumer products are of relevance, but also sustainability plays a key role.
Over the whole value chain optimized superabsorbent polymers can influence the demand of resources significantly. Thus BASF is offering innovative concepts which help to protect these resources. For example BASF developed an eco-efficiency analysis, which is used to evaluate the customer benefit of consumer products from a cost and environmental perspective.
Broad portfolio of additives and pigments for nonwoven
As a leading supplier of additives and pigments for the nonwoven industry, BASF offers a comprehensive portfolio of heat and light stabilizers such as Chimassorb and Uvinul , a range of Irgaguard antimicrobial additives, as well as an assortment of Heliogen blue and green pigments.
At this year's Index, BASF presents the innovative technology Irgatec CR 76 for nonwoven production. This technology enables converters to adapt material properties to the specific requirements, for example to make use of more cost efficient raw materials or to convert in-house nonwoven scrap to high-quality nonwoven.
Another focus in BASF's portfolio for nonwoven manufacturers is the halogen-free flame retardant Flamestab NOR 116 which combines flame retardancy and light stability in one molecule. One area of application for Flamestab NOR 116 is in textiles for roofing.
BASF, The Chemical Company
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