Ultrapolymers is now distributing the medical-grade bioplastic systems from Darmstadt-based start-up Biovox throughout Europe. These are suitable for sustainable applications in the fields of medical technology and pharmaceutical packaging.
Biovox emerged from the Technical University of Darmstadt and has set itself the goal of promoting sustainability and the circular economy in medicine. With the Development and production of biopolymer solutions the young company overcomes regulatory hurdles that, for example, prohibit the use of recycled materials as a way to achieve greater sustainability. In contrast, Biovox's biobased plastics, with their quality management in accordance with ISO 13485 and tested biosafety in accordance with ISO 10993, offer a high level of sustainability. a strong alternative with significantly reduced CO2-footprint.
Common basis for all Biovox under the brand name MedEco The plastic material summarised here is the plastic obtained mainly from renewable resources, biodegradable bioplastic polylactic acid (PLA). The types currently available cover a wide range of mechanical properties and are similar to the plastics commonly used in the industry, such as ABS, PC or PS. In addition, the high rigidity of the transparent or opaque MedEco makes it possible to reduce wall thicknesses. Current developments are focussed on grades with properties similar to those of polyolefins or with higher temperature resistance.
All types are Can be processed on conventional injection moulding machines without any problems. The low melting point contributes to energy savings and therefore to greater sustainability. They are also suitable for sterilisation using EtO, gamma and X-rays.
These materials, which are based on renewable raw materials, offer customers of sales partner Ultrapolymers ecologically interesting alternatives that show that Patient safety and sustainability can coexist. The specialists in the Ultrapolymers Healthcare team support corresponding projects in the medical technology and diagnostics landscape from the initial planning phase through to the start of series production in order to avoid undesirable developments and streamline approval processes.
„With the distribution of bio-based MedEco plastics from Biovox, we are once again emphasising our commitment to sustainability. We can see that a wide range of applications are opening up, particularly in packaging. We know the requirements and we know how to turn ideas into solutions.“
Richard Payne, Segment Leader Healthcare (Europe) at Ultrapolymers
Source: Ultrapolymers
