ecoGenesis Facilitates Replacement of PVC in Plastics Manufacturing

ecoGenesis is the ideal plastics welding solution for companies charged to replace the use of PVC in packaging and manufacturing. ecoGenesis provides numerous options to replace PVC with ecologically-friendly materials such as polyethylene and polypropylene.

Traditional RF welding has been limited to the use of polymers with high dielectric loss factors such as PVC. However ecoGenesis causes low-loss polymers to respond to RF welding – just like PVC – but without the addition of expensive adhesives or additives.

Plasticizer additives like phthalates are typically used to make plastics like PVC pliable enough for use in manufacturing. In response to the known negative health and environmental impact of these additives in PVC, many companies have publicly committed to eliminate the use of these materials.

By manufacturing with "green", phthalate-free plastics, companies can decrease their carbon footprint and promote healthier manufacturing practices. In addition, ecoGenesis promotes cost savings and accelerates the production process.

Polymer Group	Subgroup	Standard RF	ecoGenesis™
Polyvinylchloride	PVC
Polyurethane	PU
Polyethylene Film, Co-extrusions, Multi-laminates, Non-wovens, Foam, Fabrics	HDPE, MDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, ULDPE, mPE (metallocene)
Polypropylene Film, Wovens, Non-wovens, Laminates	PP (homopolymer) COPP (copolymer) mPP (metallocene)

A more complete list of polar and non-polar plastics that can be welded with ecoGenesis is available here.