Environmental Focus
Teknor Apex Company prides itself on its dedication and commitment to environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions.
Whether it is the development of thermoplastic compounds from sustainable sources, or our position as one of the largest recyclers of flexible vinyl, Teknor strives to use the latest compounding technology to improve the environment for generations to come.
Did you know...
| PVC Recycling Teknor Apex has an active program of PVC scrap reclamation for use in the production of our Apex garden hose.. Read more |
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| PVC: A Vital and Sustainable Resource "Vinyl Solutions" newsletter dedicated to health and environmental issues.. Read more |
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| Bioplastics The technology involves preparing TPS from starch granules and then combining it with bioplastics like biodegradable copolyester (PBAT), polylactic acid (PLA) or polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) or with petrochemical-based polymers such as polyolefins and polystyrene... Read more |
In the news....
| Teknor Apex Licenses Innovative Starch-Blend Technology From CERESTECH For Producing Bioplastics Teknor Apex Company has signed a licensing agreement with Cerestech Inc. on a unique method for blending relatively low-cost thermoplastic starch (TPS)... Read more |
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| Teknor Apex Now Offers Materials to meet the CPSC Ruling on Vinyl Toys and Child-Care Products Move to Dedicate Compounding Lines to Formulations with Phthalate Alternatives Opens Wide Choice of Raw Materials for Manufacturers to Comply with New CPSC Ruling... Read more |
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| Garden Hose Division Wins Green Product Award The new line of hoses answers the desire of consumers who are looking for an environmentally friendly hose that is safe for drinking water use... Read more |
