Features
Conservation and protection
Polypropylene excels in the conservation and protection of products. Thanks to its barrier properties, it maintains the freshness of food products and protects them from external contaminants.
Aesthetic presentation
In addition to its protective capabilities, polypropylene allows for an aesthetic presentation of products. Its clarity and shine improve the appearance of packaging, thus reinforcing the perceived value of the products.
Adaptability and industrial efficiency
The flexibility of polypropylene allows it to be used in a variety of industrial processes. It can be shaped to meet precise specifications, while ensuring efficient and cost-effective production.
Recyclable mono-material
Polypropylene stands out for its recyclability. The PP recycling process involves collecting and sorting plastic waste, shredding it into small pieces, and then melting and molding it into new products.
WHAT IS POLYPROPYLENE (PP)?
Polypropylene, also called polypropene, is a plastic material obtained by polymerizing propylene monomers using catalysts, which gives it an isotactic structure. Commonly referred to as PP, it is widely used in the manufacture of various practical everyday objects, such as food packaging.
Propylene can form homopolymers (polypropylene), random copolymers or "block" copolymers.
WHY CHOOSE PP FOR YOUR INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS?
Polypropylene is incredibly versatile. Its performance is due to its unique characteristics, such as its chemical resistance, flexibility and durability. It can be molded into various shapes and sizes, making a wide range of applications possible.
The choice of polypropylene for industrial projects is justified by its many advantages: it is lightweight, impact resistant, and offers an excellent barrier against moisture. In addition, its ease of use and stability over time make it an economical and practical choice for manufacturers.
PP SOLUTIONS DEVELOPED BY KNAUF INDUSTRIES
Knauf Industries develops and extrudes its own exclusive materials, with numerous specific advantages.
Approved by COTREP (Resource and expertise center on the recyclability of household plastic packaging in France), these mono-materials developed by Knauf Industries are recyclable and integrate perfectly into sorting channels.
Kapseal®: sealing for safe packaging
Kapseal® from Knauf Industries provides perfect sealing and a barrier, guaranteeing the safety of packaging and the preservation of its contents. Kapseal® is available in color.
Kapclear®: transparency and microwave compatibility
Kapclear® uses transparency to highlight the freshness of the product by preserving its color, flavor and integrity. It is the only truly transparent material capable of withstanding pasteurization and heat when microwaved.
Kaplight®: detectability and sustainable design
Kaplight® is an innovative material, free of carbon black and which promotes the circular economy. It combines detectability for automated sorting systems and a sustainable design, meeting current sustainability and efficiency challenges.
WHY CHOOSE KNAUF INDUSTRIES FOR YOUR PP SOLUTIONS?
Knauf Industries benefits from recognized expertise and quality certifications, guaranteeing products that meet the most demanding standards.
We offer personalized support for your projects, ensuring polypropylene solutions perfectly adapted to your specific needs.
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