Sustainability built in
KRAIBURG TPE is committed to offering customized solutions that not only meet customer needs but also contribute to a more sustainable future, for example by reducing the use of virgin raw materials. For this reason, THERMOLAST® R was developed—a range of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) designed with a focus on the sustainable use of recycled and/or secondary raw materials, and which are in no way inferior to their virgin counterparts in terms of performance characteristics.
THERMOLAST® R products are another valuable component of our portfolio of sustainable plastics, designed to enhance customer projects while minimizing environmental impact.
©Tessi Supply: The Tessi Supply® GREENLINE rubber mat set is made from KRAIBURG TPE’s “Recycling Content TPE for Automotive,” which contains 75% recycled material. Photo ©Tessi Supply.
Why choose THERMOLAST® R from KRAIBURG TPE?
Focus on the Circular Economy: KRAIBURG TPE and Plastoplan Kunststoffe recognize the importance of the circular economy in today’s world. TPE compounds can be manufactured with over 70% post-consumer and/or post-industrial recycled (PCR/PIR) materials or up to 71% bio-based raw materials, thereby complying with the principles of the circular economy.
Certified Sustainability: With certifications from the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS Program (mass balance), customers can be confident that KRAIBURG TPE’s materials meet the highest sustainability standards.
Transparent Decisions: Since 2022, KRAIBURG TPE has been able to provide its customers with comprehensive information on the CO2e footprint (Product Carbon Footprint, PCF) of most TPE compounds. The PCF quantifies the CO2e footprint using cradle-to-gate system boundaries and helps customers make informed purchasing decisions.
Wide range of applications: From the food and medical industries—using the mass-balanced approach within the various THERMOLAST® product lines—to consumer, industrial, and automotive applications, THERMOLAST® R compounds offer versatility and reliability. THERMOLAST® products are designed to meet the stringent requirements of various market segments.
An overview of solutions available immediately:
TPE with recycled content: Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) containing recycled content from post-industrial and/or post-consumer waste streams, covering a hardness range from low ShA to high ShD. Available with adhesion to PP, ABS/PC, or PA.
Recycled Content TPE for the Automotive Industry was developed specifically to meet the needs and requirements of the automotive sector. The products contain up to 77% recycled content and are designed for a wide range of technical applications. All components made from recycled raw materials have been carefully researched and developed without compromising the performance required by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
Bio-based TPE: Compounds that contain a variable proportion of renewable raw materials, ranging in many cases from 40% to 60% and currently up to a maximum of 71%. In addition, bio-based TPEs have a lower PCF than conventional alternatives that do not rely on renewable raw materials.
