DOMO Chemicals unveils new sustainable polyamide solutions at Fakuma 2024

Ghent, September 30, 2024 - DOMO Chemicals, a global leader in sustainable engineered materials, has once again earned the prestigious EcoVadis Gold medal, now ranking in the top 2% of companies evaluated by EcoVadis worldwide. With an 8-point improvement from the previous year, DOMO’s CEO Yves Bonte proudly stated: “DOMO is the recognized leader in sustainable polyamide materials. We set the standard for sustainability, which we are highlighting under the theme ‘Caring for a Better Tomorrow’ at Fakuma 2024.”

This year, DOMO has made significant progress in securing new certifications in several areas, including sustainable sourcing. Building on its successful ISCC+ certifications in Germany, Poland and Italy, DOMO has now achieved this certification for its newest plant in Haiyan, China. This enables the company to offer environmentally friendly versions of its DOMAMID® and TECHNYL® polyamide 6 and 66 products through the mass balance method, providing sustainable solutions across its entire product portfolio.

Turning used fish nets into opportunity

One of DOMO’s standout offerings at Fakuma is its expanded range of TECHNYL^® 4EARTH^® recycled solutions, featuring polyamides made from post-consumer fishing nets. In partnership with Sea2See, an organization committed to the collection and reuse of discarded fishing nets in Africa, DOMO’s innovative solution not only reduces reliance on fossil fuels but also supports local communities by generating income from the recovery of these materials.

Pioneering lightweight solutions for mobility

The automotive industry is increasingly focusing on lightweighting to reduce emissions. In collaboration with BRANO, DOMO has developed a lightweight polyamide brake pedal for a heavy-duty truck, reducing the weight of the part by approximately 27% and the overall cost of the final component by some 60%. This innovation demonstrates the immense potential of DOMO's materials to replace metal in critical components.

Another exciting reveal at Fakuma is TECHNYL^® LITE, a groundbreaking polyamide-based unidirectional (UD) composite tape. Reinforced with glass or carbon fiber, this tape offers outstanding strength and stiffness, making it a versatile metal replacement in the automotive, sports and leisure, and construction sectors. Visitors at Fakuma will have the opportunity to explore how this product is revolutionizing lightweight design across multiple industries.

Innovative solutions for food and water safety

DOMO is also launching two new PA6 solutions certified for food and water contact, including WRAS hot water temperature certification. The innovative TECHNYL^® SAFE C range cuts CO₂ emissions by nearly 22% compared to traditional brass components. These solutions are ideal for water management applications such as filtration systems, pumps and valves, offering safer and more sustainable alternatives to conventional materials.

Meeting the challenges of e-mobility and urbanization

DOMO contributes to global trends through its smart materials that improve lives around the world. With the growing demand for flame retardant and high temperature polymers in e-mobility and electronic components, DOMO is expanding its TECHNYL^® ONE range. Now available with high glass content, this solution offers improved flame retardance, electrical protection and thermal resistance, making it ideal for large structural parts in the electrical and electronics sectors.

High performance polyamide materials for flexible packaging

Based on DOMO's integrated polyamide 6 production, which ensures consistent quality and product consistency, DOMAMID^® polyamide 6-based high-viscosity polymers have excellent technical properties. These solutions are used in a wide range of applications including flexible, pharmaceutical, medical and industrial packaging, taking advantage of the unique barrier and mechanical properties of the base polymer. To highlight the key role of polyamide as a high-performance material for recyclable packaging applications, DOMO Chemicals recently joined with key players in the polyamide industry to form the Advanced Packaging Association (APA). The non-profit organization is dedicated to demonstrating the environmental sustainability and recyclability of polyamide-based packaging.

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