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Distribution in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Iceland
INZEA biopolymers represent the sustainable solution to applications where biodegradable plastics offer higher value. They are compatible with standard fillers, additives and biopolymer based master-batches and can be processed by injection or extrusion methods using conventional equipment. They are applied in food packaging, paper coating and lamination, shrink films, agriculture applications and many others.
Distribution in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, UK, Ireland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Iceland
Lubrizol’s Bio TPU™ product solutions include Pearlbond ECO and ESTANE ECO TPU and are bio-based TPUs made with renewable-sourced raw materials. They can be processed via injection molding and extrusion and have multiple benefits, such as superior abrasion resistance, good chemical resistance, cold temperature flexibility, among many others. Some areas of applications are: textile coatings for shoe stiffeners, hoses, timing belts and molded parts for various market segments, such as footwear, automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and sports/recreation.
Distribution in France, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, UK, Ireland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Iceland
Bjørn Thorsen distributes PC/ABS, PC, PBT, PMMA and other recycled-based compounds from geba Kunststoffcompounds GmbH.
Distribution in Europe
Biocomposites, aslo known as Woodcompounds or Durasense®, is the portfolio of WoodComposites Sweden AB, following Sweden Timber’s acquisition of Stora Enso’s biocomposites business unit at Hyltebruk plant, as announced in September 2023 (full announcement available here). This is a range of bio-based alternatives to conventional polymers, which brings the good moldability of polyolefins together with the strength and sustainability of lignocellulosic fibers, resulting in a global reduced CO2 footprint of up to 80%. These biocomposites are renowned for their exceptional blend of sustainability, strength, and versatility.
Distribution in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland
Bjørn Thorsen is the chosen Borealis distributor in the Nordics, establishing itself as a leading supplier of high-quality plastomers from the world’s famous chemical producer. For customers looking for recycled and biopolymer alternatives, we provide the ISCC+ certified Queo range of Plastomers/Elastomers.
Distribution in Europe
The Chanlon product families of high-performance specialty polyamides from Shandong Xianglong New Materials Corp. includes transparent nylon (incl. a high temperature grade), barrier nylon, and long chain PA (PA1010, PA1012). The biobased G4001 grade, with 45% renewable content, enables lower carbon footprint and an environmentally friendly alternative to standard polyamides.
Distribution in Europe
Bjørn Thorsen develops proprietary customized TPE compounds under the CCS brand, with Opti-Pren™ TPV 6900 series being the grades with PCR/PIR recycled TPV content integrated. Find out more here: Opti-Pren™ TPV 6993-75A | Recycled, Soft & Black TPV – Bjørn Thorsen A/S – Your Elastomer Partner.
Quentin Le Piouff
qlp@bjorn-thorsen.com
Mikko Långström
elastomers@bjorn-thorsen.com