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Perfectly filtered drinking water
Arkema has developed
a new, highly durable Kynar® fluoropolymer to produce filter fibers for the production of drinking water. This material enables more than 99% of bacteria and viruses to be filtered out. In water treatment plants, Kynar® PVDF filtration modules increase treated water volumes by 20%, and double
the life of the filtration module, with constant energy consumption.
Transparent plastic for food processors
Rilsan® Clear, a bio-sourced transparent polyamide already well known in optics and electronics, is also used in kitchen appliances and food processors. The polyamide is free of Bisphenol A, more transparent than glass, lighter and more flexible
than polycarbonate,
and resistant to heat and cleaning products. It is used in coffee machines, food mixers and steam cookers.
Longer-lasting bottles
Certincoat® and Tegoglas® are two solutions for glass surface treatment that are applied during bottle making, guaranteeing stronger glass and preventing scratches. Applying the Kercoat® protective coating on bottles delays scuffing and white streaks on the glass, and the Opticoat® coating masks them when they do appear. This way, the lifespan of returnable bottles can be extended up to 50 cycles!
Glues for flexible bags and food trays
In snack or chip bags, Lotader® resins combine printed or metallized films to create modern packaging designs that feature long-term preservation of food. For ready-made meal trays, Lotater® and Lotryl® resins resist temperature variations from -20°C to +250°C. Bostik Reseal M-Resin binders are used for resealable lids that allow cheese and deli packaging to be opened and closed a dozen times. All this means longer-lasting food and less waste!