PTFE powder alternatives for use in lubricants

PARAFOL 22-95 and PARAFOL 12 RSPO-MB are proven alternatives to silicones.

Rapeseed oil-based PARAFOL 22-95 is COSMOS certified and inherently biodegradable.

ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation is made from volcanic rock. Stone wool is naturally non-combustible (containing no harmful chemical flame retardants) and will not give off any significant amount of toxic smoke during a fire. 

Additionally, stone wool lasts more than 60 years without any loss of thermal efficiency, non-combustibility or dimensional stability. It can also be endlessly recycled at a growing number of locations, helping to reduce the amount of construction waste going to landfill.  

• TRIDENT is 100% ecological agent against all types of fires, composed of only 3 plants
• It is mixed from 0,2% to 3% with fresh water, sea water or antifreeze
• It treats all types of fires A, B, C, D and F

Compostable alternative to Polyisobutylene. 

Worldwide leading product for ecological hydrophobicity of textiles. The ecological product for the durable water repellency for textiles of all kinds.

Versatic™ Acid 10, a hazardless product, can replace 2-ethylhexanoic acid for use in paints, polyurethane foams, PVC plastics and more.

More generally, it can be used as such, as an intermediate for organic derivatives, as a metallic salt and as an ammonium salt.

Hi, we are looking for a dielectric (6kV/mm) fluid non-PFAS that boils around 60°C.

Environmental and global impacts are key.

Ultramoll® IV HV is a high viscosity polymeric plasticiser for a large number of polymers, e.g. polyvinyl chloride (PVC), VC copolymers, acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), polyurethane (PU) etc. 

Mesamoll® 51067 is a general purpose plasticizer, with good gelling behaviour and saponification resistance, which is compatible with many types of polymers including poly vinyl chloride and polyurethanes.

K-FLEX® 975P is a patented dibenzoate plasticizer and coalescent, designed for a broad range of compatibility with polar polymers.

Mesamoll® is a general purpose plasticizer, with good gelling behaviour and saponification resistance, which is compatible with many types of polymers including poly vinyl chloride and polyurethanes.

Mesamoll® II is a general purpose plasticizer, with good gelling behaviour and saponification resistance, which is compatible with many types of polymers including poly vinyl chloride and polyurethanes.

Guaranteed Green – The Sympatex climate-neutral and recyclable membrane

As one of the worldwide leading producers, Sympatex® Technologies has been a synonym for high-tech functional materials in clothing, footwear, accessories and technical fields of application since 1986. Together with selected partners, Sympatex develops, produces and distributes membranes, laminates and functional textiles as well as finished products worldwide. The Sympatex membrane is highly breathable, 100% wind- and waterproof and regulates the climate. It is 100% recyclable, climate-neutral, bluesign® certified, and it received the 'Oeko-Tex-Standard 100' certificate. It is also PTFE-free and PFC-free. The technologies and procedures are based on the principles of ecological responsibility and sustainability with a special focus on the optimal carbon footprint.

Zelan™ R3 / Teflon EcoElite™ finish is the first renewably sourced, non-fluorinated repellent finish with the following benefits: • Up to three times more durable than original non-fluorinated repellents • Contains 60 percent renewably sourced raw materials (ASTM D6866-12) and is recognized as a USDA certified biobased product • bluesign® approved, meeting the strict ecological and toxicological requirements of the bluesign® criteria • GOTS approved input finishing chemical

It is a fluorine-free, water-based polymer emulsion. It imparts water repellency to e.g. textiles and nonwovens.

Nofia CO6000 is a poly(phosphonate-co-carbonate) and is part of a family of products that can be produced in a range of compositions from high to low phosphonate content. The copolymers have good impact resistance and glass transition temperatures while maintaining high melt flow and a high limiting oxygen index. 

Nofia® OL1001 and Nofia OL3001 Oligomers are low molecular weight, reactive flame retardant additives. The oligomers are phosphorus based additives with phenolic end groups suitable for flame retarding thermoset resins, such as unsaturated polyesters, epoxy, polyurethane and polyurea. They are transparent and highly soluble in polyols and in the typical solvents used in thermoset resin processing.

Nofia homopolymers have an exceptionally high limiting oxygen index of 65%, which makes it particularly well suited to be used as Flame Retardant additives. Nofia homopolymers are transparent, high flowing polymers with a glass transition temperature of about 90-105°C. The different grades have different molecular weights.

Algopack is a natural material based on 100% brown seaweeds, which can be used as an alternative to plastics. The material is fully compostable and respects biodiversity. Algopack is suitable for several different applications and can be customized on request.

Remosolv Plus is a fast-acting paint stripper, made of biodegradable ingredients. Specially developed to remove paints, inks and coatings safely, quickly and in a way that is ecologically safe. Taking into account the user friendly and ecologically safe nature of Remosolv Plus, the product is revolutionary and substitutes many chemical environmentally damaging unhealthy strippers and solvents. Caused by the addition of emulsifiers, the product can be easily washed off with water and is easy to remove consequently.

Ecoatex is a powerful paint stripper, formulated from biodegradable constituents. Specially developed to remove paints, varnishes, coatings and graffiti in a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible manner. Thanks to its sophisticated balance of base materials, this unique product can strip several layers of paint at once and is effective on several paint systems.

Safeco is a product intended for cleaning and degreasing in the chemical industry where rapid and thorough action is required and where an end result without residue is often necessary. Safeco’s safe character makes it very safe for human use, resulting in an extremely safe workplace environment. Safeco is completely free of aromatics and halogens.

FireEx® C-M is a highly effective and highly concentrated gel foam extinguishing agent for use in all class A, B and C fires (*** for class C "gaseous substances" fires, it is essential to stop / interrupt the gas supply prior to extinguishing - otherwise there is the highest risk of explosion and mortal danger, especially in the case of inflammation of the gas). FireEx® C-M offers extremely high safety for emergency personnel, especially in the case of liquid fires and plastic fires, and offers very short extinguishing times. FireEx® C-M reduces extinguishing water consumption to a minimum.

FireEx® C-Marine is a highly effective and highly concentrated gel foam extinguishing agent for use in all class A, B and C fires (*** for class C "gaseous substances" fires, it is essential to stop / interrupt the gas supply prior to extinguishing - otherwise there is the highest risk of explosion and mortal danger, especially in the case of inflammation of the gas). FireEx® C-Marine offers extremely high safety for emergency personnel, especially in the case of liquid fires and plastic fires, and offers very short extinguishing times. FireEx® C-Marine reduces extinguishing water consumption to a minimum. FireEx® C-Marine is IMO/MED  (Marine Equipment Directive) approved.

• Short chain, polyether-modified siloxanes
• Low molecular weight polyether-modified siloxanes
• Alkoxylates

Applications/uses:

• Garden hose
• Gaskets-NFC
• Wire/cable

Eastman Effusion™ plasticizer is a high solvating non-phthalate plasticizer that provides lower plastisol viscosity, excellent low temperature flexibility, and fusion rates similar to typical high solvating plasticizers in vinyl formulations.

• Adhesives/sealants-B&C
• Ag chem solvents
• General industrial coatings
• Graphic arts
• Paints & coatings

Eastman 168 is the preferred non-phthalate plasticizer for PVC, with performance equal to or better than most ortho-phthalate plasticizers. It offers good performance properties, optimal low-temperature flexibility, resistance to extraction by soapy water, and exceptional nonmigration properties. In plastisols, Eastman 168 results in low initial viscosity and excellent maintained viscosity.

EastEastman™ DOA plasticizer (Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Adipate) is a light colored, oily liquid generally used as a plasticizer for PVC. It can be used alone or blended with other plasticizers, such as DOP or DOTP.

Solenis has developed a new series of products designed to replace the use of PFAS in the production of molded pulp food containers while meeting specific end-use performance requirements. In fact, these solutions have reliably achieved excellent water holdout, as well as oil holdout, up to 45°C for one hour. Some systems have been successful in achieving oil holdout for one hour up to 60°C.

CHEMGUARD® NFF 3x3 UL201 is a 3%x3% Alcohol Resistant Non-Fluorinated Foam Concentrate that provides excellent fire and vapor suppression for Class B, polar solvent and hydrocarbon fuel fires. This synthetic foam concentrate is intended for forceful or gentle firefighting applications at 3% solution on hydrocarbon fuels and gentle firefighting applications at 3% solution on polar solvent fuels.

Non-Fluorinated HYDRAL 3-3 UL201 Foam Concentrate sets the new standard for Class B firefighting.

HYDRAL NFF 3-3 UL201 foam concentrate has been verified by an independent, 3rd party to achieve control and extinguishment on hydrocarbon fuel fires at the same application rate as a UL 162 listed 3x3 Alcohol Resistant AFFF (AR-AFFF). This NFF concentrate has also been fire tested in accordance with EN 1568:2018 and rated 1A/1A for hydrocarbons, 1A/1A for acetone, and 1B/1A for isopropanol.

T-STORM® NFF 3x3 UL201 is a 3%x3% Alcohol Resistant Non-Fluorinated Foam Concentrate that provides excellent fire and vapor suppression for Class B, polar solvent and hydrocarbon fuel fires. This synthetic foam concentrate is intended for forceful or gentle firefighting applications at 3% solution on hydrocarbon fuels and gentle firefighting applications at 3% solution on polar solvent fuels.

UNIPOL-FF 3/3S has been designed to be used with high, medium and low expansion foam equipment and generate foams with high fluidity and slow drainage. It is mainly used on hydrocarbon firesand could be even applied with forceful application; capacity up until now only reserved for AFFF agents. It can also be used on polar solvents, in this case with gentle application. 

SOLBERG® VERSAGARD™ AS-100 multipurpose 3×3 fluorine-free foam concentrate is an alcohol-resistant, state-of-the-art pseudoplastic foam technology, with no intentionally added PFAS chemicals, designed for extinguishing and securing both Class B (hydrocarbon fuel and polar solvent fuel) and deep-seated Class A fires. 

CORKOTE-83HV-1 is an excellent barrier coating that exhibits numerous resistance properties. When applied via offset to raw or coated paperboard it provides very low MVTR and Cobb values.

CK83HV-1 is a unique backside, barrier coating which provides grease and water resistance and is used when direct food contact applications are needed.

CORKOTE—83LS-1 is an excellent barrier coating that exhibits numerous resistance properties. CK-83LS-1 can be applied via flexo or gravure to raw or coated paperboard and will provide very low MVTR and Cobb values. This unique gloss coating has a low COF and is used when direct food applications are needed.

WestRock EnShield® Recycled Board delivers the functional, sustainable performance that appeals to environmentally conscious consumers.

TopScreen water repellent barrier coatings enable papermakers to produce plastic-free, paraffin-free, environmentally friendly, paper packaging. These water-based polymer products employ the same innovative chemistry used in the barrier coatings for cupstock, so papermakers can achieve superior water repellency as well. 

TopScreen oil and grease resistant barrier coatings are a new alternative to polyethylene film and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) used in paper, paperboard and molded fiber packaging. These new barrier coatings are cost-effective, readily available and provide the performance that brand owners demand. Additionally, these oil and grease resistant coatings can be applied using existing application equipment with minimal modifications.

Fomtec Enviro 3x3 Ultra is a multi-purpose alcohol resistant fire fighting foam totally free from fluorinated surfactants and polymers. The foaming characteristics of Fomtec Enviro 3x3 Ultra allows the foam to fast spread across the burning liquid and get control of the fire.

Nordic Bioproducts has developed a new plant-based textile fibre called Norratex to satisfy the demand for sustainable and responsible textile fibres. Resource-intensive cotton production is already at an extreme, and polyester, in turn, is a major source of microplastic emissions. Today, to answer this global textile problem, Norratex was created; a novel regenerated cellulosic fiber manufactured with a new patented method without using any toxic chemicals or expensive solvents.

Non-Fluorinated ANSUL® 3x3 UL201 Foam Concentrate sets the new standard for Class B firefighting.

For years, Aqueous Film-Forming Foams (AFFFs) have set the performance standard for Class B fire and vapor suppression. Now there’s a new product that utilizes Non-Fluorinated Foam (NFF) technology to deliver performance that redefines the category. ANSUL® NFF 3x3 UL201 foam concentrate has been verified by an independent, 3rd party to achieve control and extinguishment on hydrocarbon fuel fires at the same application rate as a UL 162 listed 3x3 Alcohol Resistant AFFF (AR-AFFF).

Dwight’s Shield Series 3% X 3% alcohol-resistant synthetic foam concentrate. Designed specifically for use with many existing extinguishing equipment systems to extinguish Class B hydrocarbon and polar solvent fuel and deep-seated Class A fires; while being compatible with fresh, sea and brackish water. This biodegradable and non-persistent fluorine-free foam concentrate is a combination of hydrocarbon surfactants and additives that delivers excellent foaming, vapor sealing, extinguishment and burn back properties for attacking and securing both shallow and fuel in-depth fires.

Kuraray Poval™ transform paper into art. With outstanding adhesion with cellulose due to hydrogen bonding, film strength, barrier properties, binding strength of filler, and dispersing performance, Kuraray Poval™ are used in a variety of paper applications. For example, the specialty grade Exceval™ enhances and improves paper performance by improving water, chemical, and oil resistance. Kuraray Poval™ offer significant advantages for strength and barrier properties in the commodity and specialty paper market.

Exceval™ combines the unique properties of polymer technology with expertise in barrier technology. Using Kuraray’s expertise in EVAL™, high gas barrier plastic packaging can be extended to paper structures by either laminating or melt-curtain coating Exceval™ onto the paper substrate.

Eco-Safe 3% Protein:

Fluorine-free (F3) foam specially formulated to provide a training foam without any fluorosurfactants. Mimics the performance of the aviation industry standard for fire fighting foams to provide realistic fire training.

Sustainable Water-resistant Solutions for Paper-based Packaging

PROTĒAN Water offers eco-friendly coating solutions for single-use paper packaging products which must be durable, versatile, visually appealing and provide superior water-resistance. It replaces traditional plastic coatings, bioplastics, waxes and silicones.

The patented plant-based formula is a recyclable, efficient and cost-effective alternative for pulp & paper manufacturers.

Sustainable Oil and Grease-Resistant Solutions for Paper-based Packaging

PROTĒAN OGR offers the ability to formulate eco-friendly coating solutions for paper packaging products in the food service and retail sectors. This patented technology is FDA-approved for food contact, offers superior oil and grease resistance properties. This allows manufacturers to replace papers which are treated with harmful fluorochemicals or use plastic coatings.

As a truly green alternative the formulations offer double the range of 3M kit values when compared to existing fluorine-free alternatives. The grease barrier properties allow the paper-based packaging to maintain dry strength while delivering impressive grease-resistance properties to paper with a lower overall coat weight.

Earth Maize™ products are made from a NatureWorks Ingeo™ PLA biopolymer resin that is used to produce an expanded PLA substrate that meets ASTM D6400-12 standards for compostability, and is certified as a 100% bio-based material that is accepted for participation in the USDA BioPreferred® Program. 

Grease-resistant paper for basket liners, sandwich wraps and more.