Formerra and AFC Ecoplastics Forge New Path in Compostable Materials

Certified compostable materials will help packaging meet growing eco-demands.

ROMEOVILLE, IL / ACCESSWIRE / May 2, 2024 / Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announces a partnership with AFC Ecoplastics to distribute its compostable products across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. This collaboration aims to equip consumer and medical packaging applications with eco-friendly alternatives that meet stringent environmental standards and that consumers prefer.

AFC Ecoplastics compostable polymers
AFC Ecoplastics compostable polymers
Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announces a partnership with AFC Ecoplastics to distribute its compostable products across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.


Formerra will distribute a range of AFC's compostable resins, compounds, and colorants, including PBAT (polybutylene co-adipate co-terephthalate) and PBS (polybutylene succinate) resins. These materials are particularly suited for consumer packaged goods (CPG) applications, both rigid and film, as well as medical packaging and labware, responding to the demand for sustainable alternatives in these sectors. They have also received Health Canada and FDA approvals.

"AFC has always been at the forefront of sustainable material innovation," said Ha Le, CEO of AFC Ecoplastics. "Partnering with Formerra was a natural step in our journey to expand our reach and impact. Their robust distribution network, extensive technical support, and stellar reputation among packaging customers provide the ultimate platform for our compostable solutions."

Demand for compostable packaging is growing. Regulations such as California's SB154 are in the works in several states in the U.S. and will require single-use plastics to be either recyclable or compostable within the next several years. Produce bags and bin liners are already under regulation for compostability in California. Formerra and AFC Ecoplastics are poised to lead the market in providing viable, sustainable solutions that address regulatory and societal needs.

Mike Balasko, Director of Sustainability and Business Development at Formerra, said, "Our collaboration with AFC is a significant step forward in our sustainability initiative. These compostable materials will help our customers navigate the shifting regulatory landscape and enhance their product offerings for environmentally conscious consumers. We are committed to aiding brands in achieving both compliance and their own sustainability goals."

AFC materials are BPI certified and have also received the TÜV OK Compost industrial certification (EN 13432). Materials featuring this label are guaranteed to be biodegradable in an industrial composting plant.

Formerra will exhibit at NPE 2024 in Orlando, Florida, next week in booth S39025.

About Formerra

Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world's leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways - driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.

Contact Information

Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
jackie.morris@formerra.com
+1 630-972-3144

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“Female Inspector” fired after Lawyer Tum reveals business information

Bangkok, The arrest of "female inspector", a close friend of Madame Fang. After lawyer Tum reveals business information 2 May 2024 Pol. Maj. Gen. Natthakorn Praphayon, Commander of Immigration 3, issued a letter ordering Immigration Division 3 No. 85/2024 regarding police officers assisting in the operations center. Immigration Division 3 With the case of communication on social media referring to the Immigration Bureau The case of Inspector Fern, Madam Kai's close friend. Claiming to have authority over immigration in Samut Prakan Province If anyone wants to feel comfortable, run to Inspector Fern. In which Attorney Tum links Inspector Fern to why he has so much money. Come join in doing business with Madame Kai. Is it money related to the appointment? Or taking 90 out of 10 outposts for yourself, the workers took them to share among themselves and Inspector Fern Have you ever come to work? Therefore, by virtue of Section 68 of the Royal Thai Police Act, B.E. 2022, and the Royal Thai Police Regulations re garding ordering police officers to assist in government service within the Royal Thai Police, B.E. 2023, Section 6 (2) therefore Acting Pol. Lt. Col. Pitchasinee, Immigration Inspector, Samut Prakan Province Perform duties at the operations center Immigration Division 3, absent from performing duties in the original position To carry out the mission according to the director Immigration Division Operations Center 3 assigned From 30 April 2024 until there is a change order. Ordered on 30 April 2024. Source: Thai News Agency

“Achariya” calls for action against the Computer Crime Act against a star in an advertisement boasting about weight loss pills

'Atchariya' asks the Cyber ??Police to take action against the Computer Crime Act against famous celebrities and hospitals. Advertisements exaggerate the benefits of weight loss pills. Mr. Atchariya Ruangrattanaphong File a complaint and accuse criminal proceedings for an offense according to Computer Act to introduce false information into the computer system to advertise dietary supplements capable of losing weight with a group of celebrities and a number of dietary supplement companies, with Pol. Maj. Gen. Athasit Sudsanguan, Deputy Commander of the Police for Investigation of Technology Crimes (Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Armed Forces), Pol. Maj. Gen. Chatchapan Thakarn Klaiklue, Commander of Police Technology Crime Investigation 1 (Commander of S.T.S. 1), was the representative to receive the letter of complaint. Mr. Atchariya stated that today he came to file a complaint against two famous stars and the distribution company. Including companies that receive money on charges of offenses according to Computer Act As a result of the fact that he had filed a complaint about exaggerated advertising according to the Food Act of 1979 in the case of advertising food supplements. Claims that you can lose up to 15 kilograms in 2 months with false statements. Mr. Atchariya said that his objective was for them to fix. Improved, but the famous star gave an interview to the media saying that he was hired to destroy the reputation of the famous star's company. It's like jealousy. All such messages are illegal. and should follow the laws of the FDA. There has been no correction made by famous celebrities. He therefore came to pursue a criminal case for the offense. Computer Act And there have been many examples of injured people who have already purchased products and it turned out that the discounts were not really as advertised. In addition, legal action will be taken against a hospital that boasts of the same properties. and there is also an example picture showing that it is an offense according to C omputer Act as well after taking the said medicine and being able to reduce the belly. This message is an exaggerated advertisement. and is a false advertisement Therefore came to file a complaint and take legal action against the company involved in the advertisements in both cases. Mr. Atchariya said that at present it can be seen that both groups of celebrities or beauty queens There are many advertisements for dietary supplements. Make people believe that he is a star. At the same time, he is collecting evidence to prosecute more than 10 celebrities and also has witnesses who are medical personnel to provide information. But initially, only two cases still need to be prosecuted first, allowing the Royal Thai Police to do their work and wait for the results of the scientific examination. If the test results come out and it is found that you cannot actually lose weight. He will continue to prosecute on other charges. Source: Thai News Agency

Severe Heat Warps Railroad Tracks

CHUMPHON, The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has explained the cause of warped railroad tracks in Nakhon Si Thammarat due to the extreme heat. The situation has necessitated temporary halts to train services for cooling measures to be applied to restore the tracks and allow normal operations to resume. According to images and text circulating on social media regarding the railroad tracks between Ron Pibul Station and Khao Chum Thong Junction, the tracks appear warped on April 30. These measures are required to counteract the effects of the intense heat and higher-than-usual temperatures, which have caused expansion and stress within the concrete sleepers supporting the tracks. As a result, the tracks have become misaligned. Officials from the SRT Engineering Division have sprayed water and used ice to alleviate the heat, a process that took approximately one hour to complete. Subsequently, the tracks returned to their normal state. Simultaneously, inspections were conducted along the entire railroad lin e, and crusted stone used for the track ballast was added to maintain track stability and safety. However, due to the current hot weather conditions, the steel tracks are prone to expansion according to engineering principles. To address this, SRT regularly inspects track conditions with its engineering team. Source: Thai News Agency

Provincial Police Region 1 raided a warehouse to bust a drug network, seizing more than 4 million methamphetamine tablets.

Provincial Police Region 1, Provincial Police Region 1 raided a warehouse to arrest a drug network in Suphan Buri Province, seizing 4,564,000 methamphetamine tablets worth more than 76 million baht. Pol. Lt. Gen. Jirasan Kaewsaeng-aek, commander of Provincial Police Region 1, together with Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister. and the Minister of Interior, Mr. Chada Thaiset, Deputy Minister of Interior, and Pol. Lt. Gen. Samran Nuanma, Assistant Police Commander, attended a press conference on the drug arrests. Along with 4,564,000 methamphetamine pills worth more than 76,500,000 baht. This case has expanded from the arrest of a suspect who was smuggling more than 1.4 million drug pills in Lat Lum Kaeo District. Pathum Thani Province on 22 April. Until they found out that there was a group transporting drugs from the northern region and storing them at a commercial building in Sa Kaeo Subdistrict, Mueang Suphan Buri District. Suphanburi Province At the back is an abandoned mill. Therefore, troops were deployed to observe and observe. Until meeting Mr. Somprasong Drive into the said house. So he showed himself to be searched. And Mr. Tatchakorn or Nong was also found on the 4th floor of the house. The results of the inspection revealed one pill press machine, 4,564,000 methamphetamine tablets hidden in two cars and methamphetamine in the form of powder. Waiting for the pellets to be packed in a clear plastic bag. The total weight was approximately 18 kilograms. Officers therefore detained the two suspects along with the seized items and sent them to investigators at the Narcotics Suppression Police Headquarters. to prosecute according to law Initially, they were charged with jointly distributing category 1 drugs, or methamphetamine, with possession for sale and causing the spread to the public. The said amount of drugs, if sold on the market, would have a value as high as Approximately 76,500,000 baht. After this, the effect will be expanded to the network behind it. Including inspecting property rela ted to the offense in order to enforce further seizure measures. Police Lieutenant General Samran said that from the preliminary investigation Both suspects have pleaded guilty to drug possession charges. and admitted that the said production platform was in his own possession But he denies the accusations of production, so there isn't much information yet. But will continue to collect evidence to report additional charges. As for the medicine press machine, etc. It's a small, uncomplicated machine. It has 7 hammer heads, able to hammer one pellet at a time. It is in the process of checking how many tablets per minute it has production capacity. And because the machine is heavy Although it can be put into cars, it is expected that it will be more commonly used for home production. While the ingredients of the drug Initially, it was found that spoiled or moldy amphetamines were mixed with other ingredients to produce larger quantities. It is in the process of investigating what ingredients are used. Both add ictive substances and colored powder used for mixing and check where the mixing formula comes from Mr. Anutin expects that for the said drug production platform, it is expected that low-quality amphetamines and other ingredients will be brought. Mixed at the same rate to increase the production capacity of large amounts of amphetamine. This may be more harmful to the body of the user. Source: Thai News Agency

Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Armed Forces reveals that he is investigating two cyber police officers who were accused of paying tribute to a big police officer.

"Pol. Maj. Gen. Atthasit" Deputy Cyber ??Commander Revealed that 2 cyber police officers are being investigated for being involved in the big police tribute movement. Pol. Maj. Gen. Athasit Sudsanguan, deputy commander of the Police Technology Crime Investigation (Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Armed Forces), revealed the progress of the transfer case. "Long Sword-Rong Fang" 2 cyber police officers went to the Office of the S.O.T. while waiting for investigation. which has expired in 30 days, that the two police officers have been stationed at the S.T.C. Operations Center and is still in the process of setting up a fact-finding investigation committee. If the result will be, we will inform you again. Because online cases are complex and intertwined with many agencies, for example, you must coordinate and request information with the Bank of Thailand, AMLO, in order to see the financial path and how much is involved. If the results are known, the information must be brought to the committee to de termine whether or not these two police officers have committed an offense. If it is found that an offense has been committed, an investigation committee will be established to consider disciplinary punishment. Or if there is a criminal offense, it will be sent to further criminal proceedings. The normal time frame is 60 days. If it is not completed, it can be extended for another 2 times, 60 days each. However, the inspection time frame has not yet expired. Source: Thai News Agency

Sonthiya asks DSI to treat cadmium waste as a special case

Department of Special Investigation, "Sonthiya" requests DSI to accept the cadmium waste matter as a special case. Revealed that next week he will travel to AMLO to submit a request for an investigation into money laundering in this case as well. Mr. Sonthiya Sawadee, former Advisor to the Commission on Law, Justice and Human Rights House of Representatives Submitted a letter to Police Lieutenant Colonel Yutthana Praedam, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation. Acting Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation I would like to investigate the case of cadmium waste in many issues and I would like to ask Ms. Pimpattra Wichaikul, Minister of Industry. It clearly states what the process will be for dealing with private companies that buy and sell cadmium waste. And who will be responsible? Including action will be taken against relevant officials, with Ms. Arunsri Witchawut, Director of the Special Case Management Division Become a representative Mr. Sonthiya Sawadee said that regarding cadmium poisoning There are people who cause damage and commit illegal acts in many sectors. Both the public and private sectors Therefore, it is seen that the Department of Special Investigation is an agency that can come and investigate the truth for the benefit of the people and the country. He raised questions about: 1. The cost of transporting the cadmium waste. Which agency is responsible? Because cadmium is an asset available from the smelting of zinc ore of Padaeng Industry Public Company Limited, or currently Bound and Beyond Public Company Limited, which is purchased between private companies at a tonne per ton. 1,200 baht, therefore it is considered that it should be the responsibility of private companies that trade with each other 2. Which agency is responsible for allowing cadmium waste to be brought up from landfill even though it is toxic? 3. Transporting, traveling, is the vehicle overweight? 4. Provinces where cadmium is stored Which government agency in the province, suc h as Bangkok, Samut Sakhon, Chonburi? Who is responsible? And 5. The private sector that owns the cadmium storage area. How to take responsibility? Today he came to complain. Because it is a working group regarding strategic development in the southern central provinces, Samut Sakhon Province, Samut Songkhram Province, Phetchaburi Province, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. And the cadmium waste was found in Samut Sakhon Province by a company originating in Tak Province. When zinc was smelted, cadmium residue or some ore was left and was buried in Tak Province for more than 20 years. In addition, there are more than 300,000 tons of cadmium residue that is buried in Tak Province in an area of ??2,000 rai, while other parts have overflowed into the area of ??Rayong Province, which he has informed Ms. Arunsri, Director of the Division. Special Case Management that in Rayong Province there was a complaint to them that this cadmium was part of the deposits in Rayong Province and was transported during the night. The important thing is that it was initiated by a private company and a private company that has Trading is 1,200 baht per ton, but when 2 private agencies trade with each other He sees that in addition to provincial industries or government agencies in Tak Province that must know about the transport of cadmium waste to Samut Sakhon, Bangkok, and Chonburi Provinces, there are also many other agencies that must share responsibility for public safety. Therefore, I would like the DSI to take this as a special case. Mr. Sonthiya further said that the DSI has informed that an investigation number has been set for cadmium waste. We therefore call for the investigation and prosecution of all those involved. Whether Tak Province Tak Province Industry Provincial administrator local administrators or the person giving permission to mine cadmium waste Or the Department of Highways that allowed at least 500 transport trips to arrive in the areas of Samut Sakhon, Bangkok and Chonburi provinces. As for Bangkok, is it true tha t there are people involved with the same surname as the MP of a political party? (Khao Klai Party) As for the case where private companies trade cadmium waste among themselves It is a process that commits a fundamental offense regarding Anti-Money Laundering Act 1999 (Section 3) and predicate offense number 15 therefore request DSI to investigate and seize assets. and prosecute this kind of behavior In addition, he has submitted all information to the DSI to request to be a joint plaintiff. In the investigation, he is confident that many agencies are involved. and is believed to be worth at least 300 million baht As for the case of Mr. Chulphong Thaweesri, Director-General of the Department of Industrial Works Having announced his resignation, Mr. Sonthiya viewed it as his wish and sympathized with the civil servants who worked without knowing about it. But it's not just the Director-General. that are involved and responsible This story has many units. Resignation of the Director-General I believe there is no meaning. You have clearly informed that this is a show of responsibility. and is close to retirement. Mr. Sonthiya also said that within the next week he will travel to the AMLO office to submit a request to investigate the issue of money laundering in this case as well. Source: Thai News Agency