Polyplastics introduces short cellulose fiber-reinforced POM

Polyplastics develops new DURACON POM grades that are reinforced with short cellulose fiber for greater sustainability.

Polyplastics’ new DURACON POM grades with short cellulose fiber are part of DURACIRCLE initiative.

Cellulose is a non-edible, bio-based material that contributes to sustainability. It is also known as a carbon-negative material that absorbs carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

The new DURACON POM grades utilize regenerated cellulose fiber produced by the solvent method, which is a simplified process of dissolving cellulose and spinning in a solvent without denaturing.

This is an efficient closed process in which virtually 100% of the used solvents are recycled. The unique production process provides lower environmental impact, including reduced CO2 emissions.

Compared to glass-reinforced POM, the new short cellulose fiber grades can increase flexural modulus without significantly increasing density. They also have a lower dynamic friction coefficient and less wear when carbon steel (S45C) is used as the mating material. These result light weight, high rigidity and excellent sliding properties of the material.

The new DURACON POM grades are a focus of Polyplastics’ DURACIRCLE initiative which delivers eco-friendly engineering plastics to drive a circular economy.