TAGS: Additives for Packaging
Key to Flint Hills Resources’ achievement in packaging is the DeltaMax™ performance modifier from Milliken & Company’s Chemical Business. To successfully optimize the performance of thin-wall injection molded (TWIM) packaging, especially refrigerated containers, Flint Hills Resources, developed its new AP5195-LV PP impact copolymer.
Display at Pack Expo 2021 by Milliken
“The balanced performance of Milliken’s additive technology enhances the resin architecture of our new AP5195-LV PP impact copolymer,” said Pierre Donaldson, director of polypropylene R&D for Flint Hills Resources.
“By excelling in impact, melt flow and stiffness, our novel PP material can make it easier for converters to produce strong yet lightweight packaging, boost productivity, and reduce energy and plastic use to support environmental efforts. This new grade is an important addition to our portfolio and represents another major milestone in our successful collaboration with Milliken.”
At Pack Expo 2021 in Las Vegas, September 27 to 29, Milliken will feature in booth #SU-8037, sample TWIM containers molded from Flint Hills Resources’ new AP5195-LV PP impact copolymer featuring Milliken’s DeltaMax performance modifier.
Performance Modifier Increasing Melt Flow in PP Copolymer
Milliken’s performance modifier helps Flint Hills Resources’ new product address strong and increasing consumer demand for improved environmental aspects of packaging. The high melt flow properties of the AP5195-LV PP impact copolymer allow converters to use less energy in the molding process. Furthermore, the ability to mold thin-wall packaging with excellent strength and stiffness helps reduce the consumption of raw materials.
“As one of the first resin suppliers to utilize our newest performance modifier, Flint Hills Resources is again applying its trademark creativity and formulation capabilities to advance the state of the art, this time with a PP impact copolymer offering a unique combination of desirable properties,” said Brian Burton, regional director of sales for Milliken.
Milliken's DeltaMax™ Product Range
Source : Milliken