JER Announces New Development of EcoG(TM) Hi Impact Biocomposite Compounds for Injection Molding Applications
24 Février 2009 - 3:30PM
Marketwired
JER Envirotech International Corp. (TSX-V: JER) (FRANKFURT: KFTB)
is pleased to announce that the company has created a new line of
high impact biocomposite compounds for injection molding
applications. The new series of polypropylene based biocomposite
compounds will be sold under the new EcoG(TM) Hi Impact trade name.
JER Envirotech EcoG(TM) Hi Impact compounds are the first
commercially available biocomposite compounds that combine eco
friendly materials with flexural strength and impact resistance
needed for today's demanding applications.
"The development of our new EcoG(TM) Hi Impact Biocomposite
product line has allowed JER Envirotech to expand the footprint of
wood polymer composites," states Edward Trueman, President and CEO
of JER. "The new line of compounds is the culmination of intensive
efforts by JER to offer custom designed solutions to our customers.
Our customers can now select a full range of standard and impact
modified biocomposite compounds that can meet or exceed the
physical property requirements for their filled and unfilled
polymer applications."
Developed through the efforts JER Envirotech R & D
personnel, EcoG(TM) Hi Impact Biocomposite Compounds offer
injection molding manufacturers materials that are unique in the
biocomposite compound market place. Composed of up to 98% recycled
polymer and cellulose fiber content, EcoG(TM) Hi Impact
Biocomposite compounds provide customers eco friendly, non-toxic,
impact modified products to create a wide variety of durable, tough
and most importantly recyclable products for their injection
molding applications.
Created to meet the needs of manufacturers for greater impact
strength for their bio based resins and composites, the EcoG(TM) Hi
Impact product line improves on the greater strength of bio
composites and adds impact strength and resistance not available in
other biocomposite materials. JER's R & D team has created
custom formulas that combined the great flexural strength of
biocomposites with the high impact demands for applications where
biocomposite compounds were not traditionally suited. JER has
developed impact modified grades that have been tested and approved
in non-traditional applications such as recreational sports
equipment, toddler toys, outdoor hose reels and brush handles. With
the EcoG(TM) Hi Impact Biocomposite Compounds, JER customers can
produce products that can withstand repeated impact and repetitive
use by consumers in a variety of environments.
JER noted that its R & D and Marketing teams have engaged
several new accounts with new applications of JERtech biocomposite
compounds which are currently undergoing approval testing. Included
in the new developments are:
1) A US West Coast injection molding manufacturer who is using
JERtech compounds to make molded elements to apian hives and
collection units. The unique design is targeted to provide eco
friendly products for the pollination industry.
2) A Midwest US injection molding concern who is running trials
of EcoG Hi Impact compound to replace unfilled polymers in their
hose reel and outdoor products. The molder wants to increase the
cold temperature impact performance of their outdoor products using
the added strength of wood polymers and the new impact performance
of the EcoG Hi Impact products.
3) A Texas molding and extrusion company that is looking to use
EcoG Hi Impact products to make cutting boards and other kitchen
products. The new account is looking to offer improved impact
strength and eco friendly materials to consumers looking for new
and exciting products.
4) A Southeast US consumer products company using EcoG Hi Impact
products to create non toxic, eco friendly bowls and containers.
The customer plans to offer a green product line in Fall 2009 and
offer consumers products that have a minimum of 30% recycle
content.
5) A Midwest US injection molding company that is looking to use
a custom designed JERtech compound using newspaper fiber to mold an
erosion block system that will interlock and allow soil to be
placed on top of the interlocked structure and grass planted on top
of it.
About JER Envirotech International Corporation
JER is a global manufacturer of thermoplastic biocomposite
compounds and sheeting. The Company's patented technology utilizes
waste or by-product materials, such as wood fibre or rice hulls, to
produce environmentally friendly alternative products for
applications in the construction, transport, automotive and toy
industries. The Company currently has a range of biocomposite
formulations which it developed in collaboration with the National
Research Council - Industrial Materials Institute of Canada.
The Company is publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX)
under the symbol "JER" and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under
the symbol "KFTB."
For more information, please visit www.jerenvirotech.com or
contact:
JER ENVIROTECH INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
"Ji Yoon"
Mr. Ji Yoon
Chief Financial Officer
International: +1 (604) 940-9262
jyoon@jerenvirotech.com
The TSX Venture Exchange does not accept responsibility for the
adequacy or accuracy of this release. This news release contains
certain forward-looking statements that reflect the current views
and/or expectations of JER Envirotech International Corp. with
respect to its performance, business and future events. Investors
are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and
uncertainties including, without limitation, those relating to
changes in the market, potential downturns in economic conditions,
foreign exchange fluctuations, demand for thermoplastic
biocomposites, competition and our ability to implement our
business plans and strategies in a timely manner or at all. These
risks, as well as others, could cause actual results and events to
vary significantly. JER Envirotech International Corp. does not
undertake any obligations to release publicly any revisions for
updating any voluntary forward-looking statements.
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