Borstar PE 2G is a new multi modal process from Borealis for the molecular tailoring of PE to meet the exact needs of the customer.
Borstar PE 2G consists of a new catalyst system in combination with improvements. that result in a simplified process with fewer steps, offering better safety through modified catalyst handling. Also claimed is lower energy consumption of up to seven per cent per tonne produced, as well as increased plant capacity to bring both cost and environmental benefits.
The new process is said to give the possibility to extend Borealis' product range
with more customer oriented solutions that are characterized by outstanding mechanical and optical properties, such as transparency and sealability, with excellent processability.
The improvements have already been proven in the company's plants in Finland and Sweden, and the technology has been implemented in the new Borealis PE production facility at Schwechat, Austria.
One product is the new PE film grade Borstar FB4370 for advanced packaging solutions. It offers a range of mechanical properties, such as high stiffness and toughness, with easy opening, together with outstanding extrusion and high productivity. Another is Borstar FB4250T, an enhanced LLDPE for high quality film in demanding packaging applications. This is said to be an excellent material where higher stiffness and mechanical toughness combined with transparency are needed.
These products are also claimed to offer the additional benefit of a downgauging potential of between 20-25 per cent.
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