Germany – BASF and Teamplas Group are joining forces to revolutionize the recycling landscape. Their partnership aims to turn post-consumer waste into premium office equipment and car interior components, leveraging the cutting-edge capabilities of BASF’s IrgaCycle technology.
Teamplas Group specializes in producing recycled pellets primarily for use in electrical appliances. To meet the escalating demand for high-quality recycled resins, Teamplas turns to IrgaCycle to enhance the recycling process.
IrgaCycle
IrgaCycle serves as a vital tool in the recycling arsenal, addressing challenges related to the thermal and mechanical stress encountered during the recycling of polyolefin plastics. The collaboration is driven by a shared commitment to unleash the power of the circular economy. IrgaCycle proves to be a unique combination of additives, providing a safe and easily dosable solution to minimize the impact of impurities in recyclates. By utilizing IrgaCycle, Teamplas gains the ability to enhance the surfaces of recycled parts, ensuring higher gloss and superior long-term thermal stability.
As a part of BASF’s VALERAS portfolio, IrgaCycle technology empowers recycled plastics, allowing them to be seamlessly integrated into the production of high-value components alongside virgin materials, reinforcing the journey toward a sustainable and circular future.
