Thursday, March 23, 2006

Plantic


Cost competitive biomaterials are in demand by industry as they are usually sourced from renewable resources. Plantic is a new and developing type of biomaterial based on starch.

The first commercial application of Plantic technology is in packaging and display trays. Plantic trays look, feel and function the same as traditional plastic trays except that Plantic trays are made from renewable resources, are compostable and, most interestingly, dissolve when in water.

The production facility in Melbourne, Australia produces flat sheet roll stock in a range of standard colors and gauges for use by industry. The standard color range is natural, white, brown, black and gold and it can be produced to tailor individual requirements.

Plantic finished products are priced competitively with plastic trays made from petrochemical plastics. Plantic trays are not subject to the dramatic price variations petrochemical products are exposed to. Plantic is suitable for dry foods packaging such as biscuit and confectionary trays, blister packaging, and trays for electronic components. [via the Plantic website; suggested by Keith Carlson, Laguna Beach, CA.]

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