Evaluated Alternative Oleris® - biobased n-Heptanoic Acid Oleris® n-Heptanoic acid is a bio-based, seven-carbon linear chain saturated fatty acid from a renewable castor oil source. Suitable for use in innovative sustainable design.
Evaluated Alternative LIQUID - 100% ecological firefighting agent (A,B,C,D and F) LIQUID is a 100% ecological agent against all types of fires, composed of only 3 plants It is mixed from 0,2% to 3% with fresh water, seawater, or antifreeze It treats all types of fires A, B, C, D, and F
Evaluated Alternative Cobalt replacement Cobalt carboxylates replacement for inks, coatings, composites applications.
Evaluated Alternative 5 NeoPac™ E-108 XP - Polyurethanes for floor coatings NeoPacTM E-108 XP NeoPacTM E-108 XP is an aromatic urethane acrylic copolymer dispersion where we substituted NMP while maintaining excellent chemical and abrasion resistance for use in parquet and wood lacquers.
Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Interior Flooring Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based urethane equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative 6 NeoRez® R-3961 - Polyurethanes for plastic substrates NeoRez® R-3961 NeoRez® R-3961 is a hard and flexible polyurethane dispersion where we substituted NMP for use in a variety of applications and especially suitable for plastic substrates.
Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Interior and Exterior Usage Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Industrial Wood Applications Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative Lineo™ – Non-toxic, renewable material replacing petroleum-based products Lineo™ by Stora Enso is a renewable, wood-based, non-toxic alternative to fossil-based materials. Lineo™ is made of lignin, a complex plant-derived polymer found in the cell walls of almost all dry-land plants. The refined kraft lignin is available as a stable free-flowing brown powder. Lineo™ can be used to replace oil-based phenolic materials in a range of applications, such as in resins for plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), laminated veneer lumber (LVL), paper lamination and insulation material. After cellulose, lignin is the biggest renewable source of carbon anywhere. Lineo™ is ideal for companies looking for alternatives to petroleum-based products. It is a non-toxic raw material with a traceable origin and stable cost structure. It also contributes to resource efficiency since it fully utilitses wood from other production processes.
Evaluated Alternative SCHUTZENCIDE-MT Amine based Biocide SCHUTZENCIDE-MT is Quaternary compound free, aldehyde free biocidal amine having broad spectrum efficacy against bacteria, viruses & fungal attack
Alternative Wood-derived foam materials Starting material for wood foam: wood fibers and water are ground to a suspension and foamed. Wood foam developed at Fraunhofer WKI consists of 100 percent renewable resources.
Evaluated Alternative Cellulose Powder FineCell’s Cellulose Powder is a micro-sized cellulose fiber made from plant fibers. It's a sustainable reinforcement for making lighter and more sustainable thermoplastic composites for a wide range of applications (e.g. automotive interiors, consumer goods).
Evaluated Alternative Bio-based and biodegradable thermoplastic resins made from lignin Mobius has created a technology platform for bio-based, naturally degradable and compostable materials that serve as drop-in replacements for petroleum-based resins. Mobius envisions a future where forestry, food, and agricultural waste streams are upcycled into valuable chemical and material feedstock.
Evaluated Alternative OrganoWood; Environmentaly friendly wood & woodprotection OrganoWood is perfect for public Environments as well as private properties. Kindergardens, schools, parks, housing and much more. Protected Wood for cladding, decking, fencing etc. * Silver-gray finish * Durable * Minimum maintenance * Free from harmful Chemicals * Environmentally Friendly
Evaluated Alternative Lignin - a non-toxic material for endless applications Lignin is a phenolic biopolymer and one of the main components of the plant cell wall of woods, grasses etc. Lignin is bio-based and compostable depending on the application. LignoPure effectively helps materials science and life science companies revolutionize their portfolio with tailor-made, sustainable product solutions made from lignin.
Evaluated Alternative Bio-based 5-HMF as formaldehyde substitute in UF, MF and PF resins Bio-based 5-HMF has the potential as economically and ecologically interesting formaldehyde substitute in UF, MF and PF resins
Evaluated Alternative UV disinfection for industrial applications AQUAWORKER is specifically developed for water disinfection in tough environments. AquaWorker stops harmful microorganisms from entering water systems (e.g. cooling systems) and reduces the risk for biological growth in circulation systems. Extremely durable materials meet the tough demands of the corrosive industrial environment (chemicals, salinity, ambient humidity and shifting water temperatures) to ensure long-term, trouble-free operation. AquaWorker can be installed in fresh or seawater applications.
Evaluated Alternative Biodegradable Loose Fill – FARMfill FARMfill is a loose fill that alternates the traditional loose fill produced from expanded polystyrene. This product is made completely from corn and contains no petroleum based ingredients.
