The new series is formulated with post-consumer recycled content, or PCR, according to a company news release, and it promotes a circular economy while decreasing reliance on virgin fossil-based resources and energy. The series uses PCR from diverted waste from households and commercial, industrial and institutional facilities.
Available globally, the TPEs are manufactured worldwide using locally sourced raw materials, "turning local waste into resource," Teknor Apex said, noting the manufacturing process is ISO-9001 and ISO-14001 certified in the U.S., Singapore and Germany.
"Not only does Monprene RX reduce plastic waste by incorporating it into the compound, but products made from Monprene RX are still fully recyclable at the end of the product's life," the company said.
"Because people and our planet are what matter at Teknor Apex, this specialty TPE is an important part of our sustainability program," Plisco said. "We actively look to increase the sustainability of our products, while reducing the environmental impact of our manufacturing operations.
"Our focus includes improving energy efficiency, reducing water consumption and diverting waste from landfills," he added. "This introduction represents the first of several sustainable product launches slated for this year—that include other types of recycled content, bio-based raw materials and carbon negative additives. We are actively collaborating with various partners in the supply chain, with continued growth in our portfolio."
