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Curran®

CelluComp

Description :
Curran® is a material produced by extraction of nano-cellulose fibres from root vegetables such as carrots and sugar beet, suitable for use in a variety of end applications.

Curran® has a unique set of features and benefits that make it a valuable option for paint coating formulators looking for solutions to rheology, application and film performance challenges. Combined with its renewable and environmentally friendly nature, this makes Curran® a great choice for companies developing Eco-friendly paints and coatings.

Properties of Curran® allow the production of composites. Bio-composites based on Curran® can be based on a variety of conventional resins such as epoxy, polyurethane and acrylics.

Curran® has been shown to improve rheological behaviour and enhance flexural strength in concrete.

The benefits of a green rheology modifier for Oil & Gas drilling are well appreciated. Combined with other materials Curran contributes to overall performance in a range of operations.

Other applications for Curran® include paper production, food production and in pharmaceuticals.

Product family :
Intermediate products > Functional additives

Sectors/Markets :


Bio-based content
Sugar beet, Carrot
100%

Environmental gain
- Curran® is manufactured from waste streams produced by the food processing industry. CelluComp is working with major players in the food processing industry to optimise use of vegetable waste.
- Compared to other materials used for composites and as additives Curran® has a low carbon footprint as a result of low energy consumption during production.
- Zero VOC
- Non-toxic
- Very low dust

Geographical target markets, Manufacturing place, Place of supply in plant biomass, Physical data, Implementation
Last update 21/08/2013
Data stemming from statements of the supplier
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