5 As the compostability of an end product is also dependent on the geometry of product, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the end product to ensure compliance with the regulations.

Compression molding is most often used with thermoset plastics whose chemical structure changes when melted and cooled to create a hard, rigid final product. Plastic resin is heated to a soft, almost "putty" state where it's not quite liquid, then it's placed into a heated mold. The putty is then pressed into shape by the mold and allowed to cool.

1The compostability has been tested up to the thickness of 1,48 mm. As the compostability of an end product is also dependent on the geometry of product, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the end product to ensure compliance with the regulations.

The unique combination of raw materials: responsibly sourced biodegradable biopolymers and naturally occurring clay minerals, gives Sulapac Solid its beautiful ceramic look and feel, even sound, that makes it stand out. Sulapac Solid meets the EU and FDA requirements for food contact materials5 and it contains zero PFAS6.

4  Can be recycled through hydrolysis back to monomers, suitable as feedstock for recycled biopolymers. Mechanical and chemical recyclability tested and proven technically feasible by third parties. Field tests have also verified that Sulapac materials can be collected and sorted out of a mixed waste stream. When collected together, Sulapac materials do not interfere with the current mechanical recycling of conventional fossil- based or bio-based non-biodegradable plastics. The technology for chemical recycling of bio-based and biodegradable materials exists, but the infrastructure is still under development.

Sulapac Universal Heat 30 is safe for people and the planet: It is made of industrially compostable raw-materials and leaves no permanent microplastic2 or toxic load behind.

Sulapac Luxe Flex is a sustainable material for injection molding ideal for replacing hard plastics like ABS. Luxe Flex can be used to manufacture fragrance caps, cosmetic jars, lids, compact powder boxes, and pencils, for example. The material is resistant to temperature fluctuations, has a high density and a premium look and feel, even sound. With Sulapac Luxe both shiny and matt surface can be achieved depending on your mold selection. The material has excellent processability and it is easy to color with Sulapac masterbatches. Luxe Flex is now also available as black granules!

1 Material version with USDA Certified Biobased Product label (certification mark of the U.S. Department of Agriculture) available.

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Sulapac materials for injection molding are sustainable alternatives for PS, ABS, PC and PP. They can be used for various applications including cosmetic packaging, kitchenware, and cutlery.

The Sulapac Premium material makes your products look and feel luxurious. This grade of Premium is more flexible and has a better impact strength. The visible wood chips and haptic touch make it stand out. It is ideal for brands that value sustainability while aiming for that exclusive feel.

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Sulapac Universal Heat 30 is a sustainable, beautiful, and functional material for injection molding containing 70% USDA certified biobased content. The material is optimized for high heat resistance without additional or post-treatment, with ideal flexural strain and impact strength, making it a great option for single-use and reusable cutlery1 with outstanding usability.

Extrusion molding is primarily used to manufacture long, straight pieces, such as tubing, hoses, or pipes. This method involves forcing liquid plastic into a die to form a shape.  While round pieces are common, t-shapes, l-shapes, and squares are also achieved, depending on the shape of the die.  Many thermoplastics can be used during extrusion molding.

1 Suitable for reusable applications as per European Commission regulation (EU) No 10/2011. Dishwashability tested according to EN 12875 standard with 20 washing cycles.

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Sulapac Universal Flex 35 is safe for both people and the planet: the material is certified as industrially compostable by BPI1 and leaves no persistent microplastics2 or toxic load behind. Universal Flex 35 meets the EU and US FDA requirements for food contact materials for dry food3 .

3Restrictions and specifications of use apply, please refer to relevant Declaration of Compliance for further information.

6Sulapac Solid has been tested for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by an independent laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025 certified) based on CEN/TS 15968 test method; No PFAS compounds were detected.

1Biodegradation of 48%–59% in 280 days in the marine environment (30ºC/86ºF) (ASTM D6691). Tested also according to ASTM 5511 (accelerated biodegradation in the landfill, 37ºC/99ºF): 68% relative biodegradation in 160 days. Not considered degradable in California.

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4 Can be recycled through hydrolysis back to monomers, suitable as feedstock for recycled biopolymers. Mechanical and chemical recyclability tested and proven technically feasible by third parties. Field tests have also verified that Sulapac materials can be collected and sorted out of a mixed waste stream. When collected together, Sulapac materials do not interfere with the current mechanical recycling of conventional fossil-based or bio-based non-biodegradable plastics. The technology for chemical recycling of bio-based and biodegradable materials exists, but the infrastructure is still under development.

The Universal Flex 30 is ideal for single-use and reusable cutlery that ensures easy mass-manufacturing and outstanding usability. Beautiful and sustainable option for injection molding. Ideal flexural strain and impact strength for complicated designs like knives and forks. Suitable for food contact according to EU and FDA.1

1 Sulapac materials within the same family of recipes show biodegradation of 26-60% at 140 days in the marine environment (30ºC / 86ºF) (ASTM D6691).

3  Raw materials fulfil the requirements for heavy metal tresholds and ecotoxicity according to EN13432 and ASTM D6400.The material complies with the EU and US FDA food contact requirements (restrictions and specifications of use apply, further information in Declaration of Compliance).

Since 1988, Advanced Plastiform, Inc., has been providing superior custom plastic molding and fabrication services to companies in North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, Georgia and Pennsylvania. Contact us to make an appointment Mon-Fri 8-5.

The material is processable with existing injection molding machinery. Our experts assist with the tests and production settings from mold selection to nozzle size.

Sulapac Premium is made of wood chips from industrial side streams combined with biodegradable biopolymers. This 100% bio-based material biodegrades without leaving persistent microplastics behind1.

To maximise the functionality of your end product, there’s a range of material grades you can choose from with different flexural and tensile properties, heat resistance and density. In terms of look & feel, you can opt for a natural appearance with large wood chips or a smooth polished surface, or something in between!

7 The heat resistance of the end product is dependent on the geometry and the manufacturing process of the product. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the end product to test and validate the maximum usage temperature and optimize the manufacturing process.

Relative biodegradation of 70% in 58 days when tested in simulated solid-state anaerobic condition (ASTM D5511, 37°C / 99 ºF) representing an accelerated biodegradation in a landfill.

The material has high density, good resistance to temperature fluctuations and a unique, ceramic look and feel, even sound. With Luxe both shiny or a matt surface can be achieved depending on your mold selection.

3The compostability has been tested up to the thickness of 150μm according to BPI (ASTM D6400). As the compostability of an end product is also dependent on the geometry of product, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the end product to ensure compliance with the regulations.

Sulapac® materials are the sustainable, beautiful, and functional alternative to conventional plastic. Start using Sulapac with your existing injection molding equipment and gain competitive advantage through sustainability and innovation.

4Relative biodegradation of 77,3% in 420 days in simulated marine environment test (ASTM D6691 86 °F/30 °C) using natural sea water. Not considered biodegradable in California

2Biodegradation of 79% in 308 days in the marine environment (30 °C / 86 °F) (ASTM D6691). Tested according to ASTM 5511 (accelerated biodegradation in the landfill 37°C / 99 °F): 52% relative biodegradation in 210 d. Not considered biodegradable in California.

2 Sulapac materials within the same family of recipes show biodegradation of 57,6% at 462 days in the marine environment (30ºC / 86ºF) (ASTM D6691), 28% at 153 days when tested according to ASTM 5511 (99 ºF) accelerated biodegradation in the landfill.

Replace conventional plastic with the beautiful, functional and sustainable Sulapac material. We will help you to make the switch smoothly.

Blow molding is similar to injection molding as the plastic is heated to a liquid state and injected into a mold. However, once the plastic is placed in the mold, air is injected into the plastic, inflating it so that it presses against the walls of the mold and achieves the desired shape.

Sulapac Solid is a sustainable injection molding material ideal for kitchenware used on a daily basis, such as plates, mugs, bowls and containers. It has high impact strength and it is dishwasher1 and microwave safe. The material is available in natural, white and black color.

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Sulapac Luxe Flex contains 73-86 % USDA certified biobased content1, sustainably sourced biodegradable biopolymers being the main raw material. Sulapac Luxe Flex is safe for people and planet2. It has been certified industrially compostable by TÜV Austria.3 The material is recyclable by design and can also be made with recycled content.4 Available as non-GMO; ask more from your account executive!

3 Restrictions and specifications of use apply, please refer to relevant Declaration of Compliance for further information.

The material is processable with existing injection molding machinery. Our experts assist with the tests and production settings from mold selection to nozzle size.

1Material is suitable for repeated use as per European Commission regulation (EU) No 10/2011. Dishwashability tested according to EN 12875 standard with 125 washing cycles.

2 Ecotoxicity and threshold values for heavy metals tested according to EN 13432. The material complies with the EU and US FDA food contact requirements (restrictions and specifications of use apply, further information in Declaration of Compliance).

2  Relative biodegradation of 49,7 % in 308 days in simulated marine environment test (ASTM D6691 86 °F / 30 °C) using natural sea water. Not considered biodegradable in California.

Rotational molding, or "roto-molding," involves pouring melted plastic into a mold, which is then rotated at a high speed. This coats the plastic evenly along the walls of the heated metal mold, leaving the interior hollow. This method is primarily used for large, hollow-walled containers, storage bins, and even kayaks.

At Advanced Plastiform, Inc., we specialize in heavy-gauge thermoforming and injection molding. Our experienced team includes engineers and designers as well as manufacturers, all of whom are dedicated to helping you meet your goals. Our company works with industries across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, including  North Carolina, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Maryland,  Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia. To learn more, call us at  919-404-2080 or fill out the contact form to get started.

Injection molding is a plastic manufacturing method in which a thermoplastic is melted to a liquid, then injected into a double-sided mold using a highly pressurized injector. The plastic coats and fills the mold to create the needed shape, and is then cooled and ejected for finishing.

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This bio-based (87%) material is safe for people and the planet: it is industrially compostable and biodegrades without leaving persistent microplastics behind1.

Sulapac Luxe contains 73-87% USDA certified biobased content1, sustainably sourced biodegradable biopolymers and non-visible wood flour from industrial side streams being the main components. The material is safe for people and the planet: it leaves no persistent microplastic2 or toxic load3 behind. Sulapac Luxe is recyclable by design4 and can also be made with recycled content.

Sulapac Luxe is the ultimate answer for brands looking for a sustainable yet luxurious replacement for hard plastics like ABS. Sulapac Luxe is ideal for fragrance bottle caps, jars, and lids.

Thermoforming involves heating a large sheet of plastic until it is soft and flexible, then stretching it over a single-sided, custom mold. Vacuum pressure or compressed air presses the thermoplastic tightly against the mold, creating the desired shape.

Sulapac® materials are the sustainable, beautiful, and functional alternative to conventional plastic. Start using Sulapac with your existing injection molding equipment and gain competitive advantage through sustainability and innovation.

3 Fully biodegradable in simulated marine environment tests according to ISO 22403 and ASTM D6691. Relative biodegradation of 100% (ISO 22403, 27°C / 80°F) and 92% (ASTM D6691, 30°C / 86°F) in 56 days using natural sea water. Not considered biodegradable in California.

Sulapac’s patent pending innovation is a perfect fit for cosmetic brands seeking for a sustainable packaging for water-based formulas. Used as the inner layer of a jar, it provides an excellent barrier against water evaporation and enables you to pack your emulsions in beautiful, bio-based and biodegradable Sulapac packaging. The weight loss of Sulapac Barrier in one year (demonstrated shelf life) is well below 3%1, which is the typically accepted maximum weight loss for cosmetic packaging.

The material contains 100% USDA certified biobased content. Sulapac Solid has low carbon footprint2, and it is certified as industrially compostable by BPI3. It doesn’t leave persistent microplastics or toxic load behind4. Furthermore, the material is certified chemically recyclable by LOOPLA technology.

Please note that if the end product needs to be resistant to high temperatures (HDT-B 130 °C)6, the minimum mold temperature is 100°C7.

Replace your traditional plastic material and start mass-producing truly sustainable products with minimal investment. Universal material is designed to fit to existing production lines and molds. It is suitable for rigid products such as jars and hangers. Technical specification and easy processing instructions are available in the technical datasheet.

Sulapac Universal Flex 35 is a sustainable, beautiful, and functional injection molding material which contains 87% USDA certified bio-based content. The material is designed for thin-walled structures with good impact strength and is easy to process with minimal, if any adjustments needed for the existing machinery.

Sulapac® materials can be used with existing injection molding machinery, enabling a resource efficient transition towards a cleaner future.

Universal material is made of wood from side streams and biodegradable biopolymers. This 100% bio-based material biodegrades without leaving persistent microplastics behind1.

Sulapac Barrier contains 98% USDA certified biobased content2 and biodegrades without leaving persistent microplastics3 or toxic load behind. The material is food contact compliant4 and certified industrially compostable by BPI5.

1 Sulapac Universal Flex 30 meets the EU and US FDA requirements for food contact materials. Restrictions and specifications of use apply, please ask for Declaration of Compliance for further information.

Our experts are happy to support you in choosing the right material. Contact our sales to discuss more or ask for a quote.

20,57 kg CO2 eq/kg based on cradle-to-gate LCA performed by an independent third-party consultancy (biogenic carbon included).

When designing plastic products and components, one of the most challenging decisions is determining the right method of manufacturing them. Your goal is to have a durable, high-quality finished product while minimizing costs and speeding up efficiency and the right manufacturing method is key to meeting these goals. There are six main types of plastic manufacturing, and our thermoforming company in North Carolina is looking at each type and the associated benefits they offer.

2 Biodegradation of 56,7% in 280 days in the marine environment ASTM D6691(86°F / 30°C). Not considered biodegradable in California.

4 Restrictions and specifications of use apply, please refer to the relevant Declaration of Compliance for further information.

5Restrictions and specifications of use apply, please refer to the relevant Declaration of Compliance for further information.