Sulzer signs agreement with Jindan New Biomaterials in China for production of biobased plastic
Jindan will utilize Sulzer ’ s licensed PLA technology at its new manufacturing plant to produce up to 75 ’ 000 tonnes of PLA per year , mainly to be used for food packaging , molded goods and fibers production .
Sulzer has recently signed an agreement with major lactic acid ( LA ) producer , Jindan New Biomaterials ( Jindan ), to enable the production of polylactic acid ( PLA ), a biobased plastic . Jindan will utilize Sulzer ’ s licensed PLA technology at its new manufacturing plant in Henan Province to produce up to 75 ’ 000 tonnes of PLA per year , mainly to be used for food packaging , molded goods and fibers production . Sulzer will also provide extensive service support to ensure a seamless start .
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ENABLING THE TRANSITION TO SUSTAINABLE , CIRCULAR PRACTICES Jindan ’ s new bioplastic facility will produce PLA in a variety of grades to support the expanded use of bioplastics in several sectors in China , including the textile and package manufacturing industries . To enable the company ’ s transition towards more sustainable , circular practices , Sulzer Chemtech will design and supply its key proprietary PLA technology , while further providing extensive engineering and technical support and field services as the manufacturer commences operations .
Sulzer ’ s Executive Chairwoman Suzanne Thoma said : “ Our leading technologies are currently used at the vast majority of existing PLA facilities worldwide and support the increased adoption of circular manufacturing practices and sustainable materials . We are pleased to collaborate with Jindan New Biomaterials to meet ever-increasing market demand for bioplastics .”
By investing in Sulzer ’ s PLA solutions , we are taking key , strategic steps to advance our competitiveness in the booming biopolymer industry and drive the use of greener plastics .
Mr . Shi Congliang , President of Jindan New Biomaterial , added : “ By investing in Sulzer ’ s PLA solutions , we are taking key , strategic steps to advance our competitiveness in the booming biopolymer industry and drive the use of greener plastics . Thanks to its comprehensive expertise in the PLA value chain and all the stages involved , Sulzer Chemtech is an extremely valuable partner . We look forward to installing the equipment and startingup our enhanced operations .”
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