Examples of Sustainability:
Downgauging/Weight Reduction
Why Downgauge?
Raw materials generate the largest share of total CO2 in typical extrusion products
Raw material savings by down gauging:
Protect natural resources
Direct reduction in CO2 emissions during
product manufacturing
Additional reduction in CO2 emissions 87% during transport (raw materials, products,
product life phase)
Cost reduction for our customers
Examples of Sustainability:
Downgauging/Weight Reduction
Examples of Sustainability:
Downgauging/Weight Reduction
Experience with alternative raw materials
| • Polylactic acid (PLA) | Synthetic polymer based on agricultural resources |
| • Starch and starch by-products | Ingredient in many "biodegradable" raw materials |
| • Synthetic biodegradable polyester | Pure or as a mixture with PLA or starch for film applications |
| • Sugar cane-based polyethylene (Bio-PE) | Substitution of fossil-based PE with similar characteristics |
| • Mineral aggregates: calcium carbonate, talc, titanium oxide, silicate | Diverse grades / applications, RKW-in-house compounding |
Examples of Sustainability:
Downgauging/Weight Reduction
Smallest fingerprint: PE sacks are the most environmentally friendly
