FKuR Kunststoff, an important compounder of bioplastics and recyclates, will showcase its latest developments in sustainable plastics at the two trade fairs FachPack and Fakuma. “From September 24 to 26, 2024 first, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the benefits and applications of FKuR’s new bioplastic and recyclate compounds at FachPack, Booth 4-111 in Hall 4. One month later, visitors to Fakuma can experience the sustainable plastic solutions from October 15 to 19, 2024, at the NRW joint state stand B4-4405 in Hall B4“, said the company in its press release.
“Plastic solutions that reduce the CO2 footprint, sensitive handling of diminishing resources, and sustainable packaging made from recyclable, circular materials will also be the focal themes of our customers at this year’s Fachpack,” asserts Niklas Voß, Deputy Sales Manager at FKuR.
“Carbon neutrality” and “reducing plastic waste” are the major issues of our time. Especially in light of regulatory changes, such as the PPWR, and consumer demand for greater sustainability, above all packaging materials and components will need to be reimagined. FKuR offers a globally unique range of various plastics from a single source,” emphasizes Niklas Voß.
Recycled Macolen® and biobased Terralene® compounds in focus
At its booth, FKuR presents a wide range of sustainable plastics for recyclable packaging. The solutions range from biobased bioplastics to recycled plastics and hybrid compounds (bio + recycled).
Under the brand name Macolen®, FKuR showcases high-quality PP recyclate compounds sourced from post-consumer and pre-consumer materials. These modified recyclates match virgin plastics in odor and technical properties. Customers can choose from various injection molding and profile extrusion grades. In addition to non-reinforced types, FKuR also offers two variants with talcum reinforcement (20% + 40%). Macolen® compounds are suitable for diverse non-food applications.
Terralene® rPP is a product family of hybrid compounds based on polypropylene (PP), combining the ecological benefits of recyclates and biobased materials with excellent recyclability. Depending on the product grade, recyclate content ranges from 30% to 60%, sourced from post-consumer waste streams, with a biobased content of up to 33%. The drop-in product range of Terralene® rPP, known for its good flowability and natural granule color, is currently limited to non-food applications.
Especially in food packaging, there are still hurdles and regulatory uncertainties regarding the use of recyclates. For manufacturers looking to make their products more sustainable today, FKuR’s biobased, highly recyclable drop-in bioplastics from the Terralene® family are the ideal choice. Terralene® bio-compounds are based on polyethylene (PE) from renewable resources. All Terralene® granules are 100% recyclable and can be processed through injection molding, blow molding, and film extrusion.
High-quality, EuCertPlast-certified PE and PP recyclates
In addition to its own recyclate and hybrid compounds, FKuR presents a broad distribution portfolio of EuCertPlast-certified PE and PP recyclates for injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion at Fachpack.
FKuR is steadily expanding its portfolio of traded recyclates. “We are already in discussions with promising recycling companies. Our customers know and expect the highest quality and reliability from FKuR, which is why we are committed to strong, sustainable partnerships in recyclates. Particularly in the technical thermoplastics sector, we aim to strategically complement our portfolio,” emphasizes Patrick Zimmermann, Managing Director of FKuR Kunststoff GmbH.
FKuR is EcoVadis Bronze certified
FKuR also showcases various facets of implementing a circular economy at Fachpack. Together with customers, concepts are developed to close loops and minimize the use of fossil resources.
To transparently demonstrate its efforts towards sustainability in the plastics industry and ensure compliance with international best practices and standards, FKuR has obtained EcoVadis certification.
FKuR achieved a Bronze rating in the sustainability ranking right away. This places FKuR among the top 35% of companies evaluated by EcoVadis in the manufacture of plastics and plastic products industry globally.
“Our interdisciplinary sustainability team has done a fantastic job. We are proud and happy about this evaluation. This certification reaffirms our role as a driver of sustainable transformation in the plastics industry and validates our comprehensive commitment to sustainability“, emphasizes Carmen Michels, Managing Director of FKuR.
Trade fair visitors interested in learning more about certification or making their products fit for the circular economy are invited to visit FKuR at Fachpack in Hall 4, Booth 4-111 or at Fakuma in Hall B4 at Booth B4-4405. The company’s staff is available for questions and advisory discussions