Frost & Sullivan Commends DSM for Developing 'Green' Arnitel(R) Eco That Helps End-Users Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
Arnitel(R) Eco Is an Innovative, More Sustainable, High-Performance Partly Bio-Based Thermoplastic Elastomer That Supports Greater Environment-Friendliness in End-User Applications
(firmenpresse) - LONDON -- (Marketwire) -- 11/15/11 -- Based on its recent analysis of the COPE elastomers market, Frost & Sullivan recognises DSM Engineering Plastics (DSM) with the 2011 Frost & Sullivan Europe Green Excellence in Product Innovation Award for Arnitel® Eco.
"This innovative and more sustainable partly bio-based copolyester thermoplastic elastomer (COPE) offers superior performance characteristics," notes Frost & Sullivan Industry Analyst Deepan Kannan. "It is set to meet the increasing demand for more environment-friendly materials in a range of end-user applications."
This revolutionary material, launched in 2010, is partially made from rapeseed oil. With it, DSM aims to encourage end-users to reduce their carbon footprint by switching over to Arnitel® Eco from petrochemical-based COPE elastomers.
Although designed for several applications including food packaging, automotive interiors, sports and leisure, furniture, consumer electronics and alternative energy, Arnitel® Eco is currently used commercially for high temperature ovenable pan liners. Its application in M&Q Packaging Corporation's PanSaver ECO® has resulted in a carbon footprint reduction of nearly 65 per cent.
In addition to offering a more sustainable solution through Arnitel® Eco, DSM has gone the extra mile to design a product that overcomes some of the challenges associated with conventional equivalents. For instance, COPE elastomers possess low UV resistance. In contrast, Arnitel® Eco exhibits higher UV resistance, owing to its unique formulation. It also offers better heat resistance.
"The resultant plastic thus possesses a high melting point and is suitable for applications at temperatures of even 200 degrees celsius," elaborates Kannan. "Arnitel® Eco can also be used at high temperatures for an extended period of time as it possesses superior thermo-oxidative resistance."
Achieving a reduced carbon footprint through its bio-based products is an integral part of DSM's business strategies. In the past, the company has revolutionised the engineering plastics and composite resins market by launching more eco-friendly products such as EcoPaXX™ and Palapreg® ECO.
DSM is also engaged in the manufacture of bio-based alternatives for the basic chemicals sector. The joint venture with Roquette to produce bio-succinic acid is aimed at producing environment-friendly, bio- based base chemicals. The company also has a leading position in second generation bio-fuels.
"The company's 'green' commitment is exhibited not only by its bio-based products, but also by its range of more eco-efficient solutions, its drive to reduce the use of hazardous substances and its commitment to recycling and Cradle-to-Cradle," remarks Kannan. "Arnitel® Eco, in addition to being partly bio-based, has received the Cradle to Cradle® Silver certification from McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry."
As recipient of the Frost & Sullivan Green Excellence in Product Innovation Award, DSM is acknowledged for its exceptionally environment-friendly product profile and business commitment as well as its demonstration of environmental accountability.
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Royal DSM N.V. is a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials. By connecting its unique competences in Life Sciences and Materials Sciences DSM is driving economic prosperity, environmental progress and social advances to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. DSM delivers innovative solutions that nourish, protect and improve performance in global markets such as food and dietary supplements, personal care, feed, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, automotive, paints, electrical and electronics, life protection, alternative energy and bio-based materials. DSM's 22,000 employees deliver annual net sales of about EUR 9 billion. The company is listed on NYSE Euronext. More information can be found at
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