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Agricultura e invernaderos

Agriculture and greenhouses

Solutions for films and plastic products exposed to the sun, to humidity and to the temperature cycles of the crop.

Common problems

  • Uneven light distribution
  • Dripping from condensation onto the crop
  • Degradation from sun exposure
  • Night-time heat loss
  • Oxidation during processing and service life
  • Renewable content requirements

Recommended products

  • Nanodifusor

    Nanometric particle additive that changes the path of light to spread it evenly, without significantly reducing the total amount of light that passes through the material.

    Problem it solves
    Uneven light distribution inside the crop.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Greenhouse films · Macro tunnels and micro tunnels · Nurseries · Propagation and germination · High-value crops
  • Antigoteo Country

    Changes the surface energy of the plastic so that condensed water forms a continuous film that runs off, instead of droplets that fall onto the crop or the product.

    Problem it solves
    Dripping from condensation onto the crop or the product.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Greenhouse films · Agricultural tunnels · Nurseries · Agricultural storage · Harvest packaging
  • Antioxidante Country

    A system of primary and secondary antioxidants that protects the polymer against degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.

    Problem it solves
    Polymer degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Extrusion · Injection molding · Blow molding · Thermoforming · Agricultural films · Irrigation · Nets · Pots · Raffia · Recycled or reprocessed material
  • UV H

    High-performance, high-protection UV protector for PE and PP. Helps reduce photo-oxidative degradation, yellowing and the loss of physical and aesthetic properties.

    Problem it solves
    Photo-oxidative degradation, yellowing and loss of properties in demanding applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Applications
    Greenhouses · Mulch films · Shade and anti-hail nets · Raffia · Pots · Nursery containers · Harvest crates · Agrochemical containers
  • UV M

    Medium-performance UV protector for PE and PP. Helps preserve physical and aesthetic properties in applications with moderate protection requirements.

    Problem it solves
    Loss of physical and aesthetic properties from sun exposure in applications with moderate requirements.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Applications
    Greenhouses · Mulch films · Shade and anti-hail nets · Raffia · Pots · Nursery containers · Harvest crates · Agrochemical containers
  • UV Bananero

    Specialized UV protector for agricultural applications exposed to high irradiation, temperature and humidity, particularly in banana-growing and tropical conditions.

    Problem it solves
    Agricultural exposure to high irradiation, temperature and humidity in banana-growing and tropical conditions.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Greenhouses · Mulch films · Shade and anti-hail nets · Raffia · Pots · Nursery containers · Harvest crates · Agrochemical containers
  • Aditivo Térmico Country

    Additive that changes how the plastic behaves against infrared radiation, to reduce night-time heat loss and keep a more stable microclimate.

    Problem it solves
    Night-time heat loss and an unstable microclimate.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Greenhouses · Mulch films · Tunnels · Macro tunnels · Pots · Containers · Irrigation systems · Agricultural covers
  • PolyStarch

    Certified renewable content resin formulated with 50% corn starch, developed for polyethylene film applications with conventional processing conditions.

    Problem it solves
    Adding certified renewable content to polyethylene film without changing equipment or process conditions.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    LDPE, LLDPE and HDPE.
    Applications
    T-shirt and boutique bags · Trash bags and liners · Industrial film · Flexible packaging · Agricultural film
Empaque flexible y bolsas

Flexible packaging and bags

Solutions for films and bags, from promoting biodegradation to keeping the material stable during converting.

Common problems

  • Biodegradation requirements for the finished product
  • Renewable content requirements
  • Material identification and traceability
  • Oxidation during processing
  • Friction and finish on the production line
  • Material or color changes on the equipment

Recommended products

  • PolyStarch

    Certified renewable content resin formulated with 50% corn starch, developed for polyethylene film applications with conventional processing conditions.

    Problem it solves
    Adding certified renewable content to polyethylene film without changing equipment or process conditions.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    LDPE, LLDPE and HDPE.
    Applications
    T-shirt and boutique bags · Trash bags and liners · Industrial film · Flexible packaging · Agricultural film
  • SMC 100

    Masterbatch formulation that promotes biodegradation in polyolefin applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to polyolefin applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Polyolefins.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags
  • SMC 200E

    Formulation for polyolefins that includes calcium carbonate for specific industrial applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to specific industrial polyolefin applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Polyolefins.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags
  • BioGlow

    BioGlow variant for polyethylene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification, traceability and quality control in polyethylene.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags
  • BioGlow E

    Variant for polyolefins with a fluorescent component and calcium carbonate content.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification and traceability in polyolefins.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Polyolefins.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags
  • Antioxidante Country

    A system of primary and secondary antioxidants that protects the polymer against degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.

    Problem it solves
    Polymer degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Extrusion · Injection molding · Blow molding · Thermoforming · Agricultural films · Irrigation · Nets · Pots · Raffia · Recycled or reprocessed material
  • Process Aid

    Solution aimed at improving processing, reducing friction and supporting the finish during converting.

    Problem it solves
    Friction and finish during converting.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags · Automotive and metalworking · Plastics converting
  • Purge

    Compound used to make equipment cleaning easier during material or color changes.

    Problem it solves
    Equipment cleaning during material or color changes.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags · Plastics converting
  • White MB

    Polyethylene masterbatch based on titanium dioxide at high concentrations, developed for agricultural plastics.

    Problem it solves
    Delivering whiteness with better dispersion and higher tinting strength in greenhouse and mulch films.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    Polyethylene masterbatch.
    Applications
    Greenhouse films · Mulch films
Envases y empaques rígidos

Rigid containers and packaging

Solutions for rigid containers and packaging that need performance during processing and throughout the product service life.

Common problems

  • Biodegradation requirements for the finished product
  • Sun exposure during use or storage
  • Oxidation during processing and service life

Recommended products

  • SMC PP

    Variant developed for polypropylene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to polypropylene applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PP
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • SMC PET

    Variant developed for polyethylene terephthalate applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to polyethylene terephthalate applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PET
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • BioGlow PP

    BioGlow variant for polypropylene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification and traceability in polypropylene.
    Compatible polymers
    • PP
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • BioGlow PET

    BioGlow variant for polyethylene terephthalate applications.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification and traceability in polyethylene terephthalate.
    Compatible polymers
    • PET
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • UV H

    High-performance, high-protection UV protector for PE and PP. Helps reduce photo-oxidative degradation, yellowing and the loss of physical and aesthetic properties.

    Problem it solves
    Photo-oxidative degradation, yellowing and loss of properties in demanding applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Applications
    Greenhouses · Mulch films · Shade and anti-hail nets · Raffia · Pots · Nursery containers · Harvest crates · Agrochemical containers
  • UV M

    Medium-performance UV protector for PE and PP. Helps preserve physical and aesthetic properties in applications with moderate protection requirements.

    Problem it solves
    Loss of physical and aesthetic properties from sun exposure in applications with moderate requirements.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    • PP
    Applications
    Greenhouses · Mulch films · Shade and anti-hail nets · Raffia · Pots · Nursery containers · Harvest crates · Agrochemical containers
  • Antioxidante Country

    A system of primary and secondary antioxidants that protects the polymer against degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.

    Problem it solves
    Polymer degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Extrusion · Injection molding · Blow molding · Thermoforming · Agricultural films · Irrigation · Nets · Pots · Raffia · Recycled or reprocessed material
  • White MB

    Polyethylene masterbatch based on titanium dioxide at high concentrations, developed for agricultural plastics.

    Problem it solves
    Delivering whiteness with better dispersion and higher tinting strength in greenhouse and mulch films.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    Polyethylene masterbatch.
    Applications
    Greenhouse films · Mulch films
Desechables y menaje

Single-use items and houseware

Masterbatch solutions for single-use products and houseware made in different polymers.

Common problems

  • Biodegradation requirements for the finished product
  • Material identification and traceability
  • The need to keep the conventional converting process

Related lines

  • P-Life

Recommended products

  • SMC PP

    Variant developed for polypropylene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to polypropylene applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PP
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • SMC PS

    Variant developed for crystal polystyrene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to crystal polystyrene applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PS
    Crystal polystyrene.
    Industries
    Single-use items and houseware
  • SMC PET

    Variant developed for polyethylene terephthalate applications.

    Problem it solves
    Adding the promotion of biodegradation to polyethylene terephthalate applications.
    Compatible polymers
    • PET
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • BioGlow PP

    BioGlow variant for polypropylene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification and traceability in polypropylene.
    Compatible polymers
    • PP
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
  • BioGlow PS

    BioGlow variant for polystyrene applications.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification and traceability in polystyrene.
    Compatible polymers
    • PS
    Industries
    Single-use items and houseware
  • BioGlow PET

    BioGlow variant for polyethylene terephthalate applications.

    Problem it solves
    Promoting biodegradation and supporting identification and traceability in polyethylene terephthalate.
    Compatible polymers
    • PET
    Industries
    Rigid containers and packaging · Single-use items and houseware
Automotriz y metalmecánica

Automotive and metalworking

Solutions for packaging metal components and for keeping the material stable during converting.

Common problems

  • Corrosion of metal components during storage and transport
  • Exposure to moisture, salts, organic acids and aggressive atmospheres
  • Oxidation during processing
  • Friction and finish on the production line

Recommended products

  • VCI Country

    Nanostructured functional additive developed to give corrosion-inhibiting properties to polyethylene films used to protect ferrous and non-ferrous metal components.

    Problem it solves
    Corrosion of ferrous and non-ferrous metal components during storage and transport.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    Applications
    Films · Bags · Sheets · Foams for metal parts · Molds · Tools · Automotive components
  • Antioxidante Country

    A system of primary and secondary antioxidants that protects the polymer against degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.

    Problem it solves
    Polymer degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Extrusion · Injection molding · Blow molding · Thermoforming · Agricultural films · Irrigation · Nets · Pots · Raffia · Recycled or reprocessed material
  • Process Aid

    Solution aimed at improving processing, reducing friction and supporting the finish during converting.

    Problem it solves
    Friction and finish during converting.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags · Automotive and metalworking · Plastics converting
Transformación de plásticos

Plastics converting

Solutions aimed at the converter: processing, equipment cleaning and material stability.

Common problems

  • Friction and finish during converting
  • Material or color changes on the equipment
  • Oxidation during processing
  • Use of recycled or reprocessed material

Recommended products

  • Process Aid

    Solution aimed at improving processing, reducing friction and supporting the finish during converting.

    Problem it solves
    Friction and finish during converting.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags · Automotive and metalworking · Plastics converting
  • Purge

    Compound used to make equipment cleaning easier during material or color changes.

    Problem it solves
    Equipment cleaning during material or color changes.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Industries
    Flexible packaging and bags · Plastics converting
  • White MB

    Polyethylene masterbatch based on titanium dioxide at high concentrations, developed for agricultural plastics.

    Problem it solves
    Delivering whiteness with better dispersion and higher tinting strength in greenhouse and mulch films.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    Polyethylene masterbatch.
    Applications
    Greenhouse films · Mulch films
  • Zen

    Polyethylene masterbatch with amides and synthetic silica that migrates quickly to the surface to reduce friction and ease unblocking.

    Problem it solves
    Friction and blocking between films, looking for a balance between slip and anti-block.
    Compatible polymers
    • PE
    Polyethylene masterbatch.
    Applications
    Film with good transparency
  • Antioxidante Country

    A system of primary and secondary antioxidants that protects the polymer against degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.

    Problem it solves
    Polymer degradation caused by oxygen and heat during processing and service life.
    Compatible polymers
    Compatibility to be confirmed with the technical data sheet.
    Applications
    Extrusion · Injection molding · Blow molding · Thermoforming · Agricultural films · Irrigation · Nets · Pots · Raffia · Recycled or reprocessed material