PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Braskem (B3:
BRKM3, BRKM5 and BRKM6; NYSE: BAK; LATIBEX: XBRK), the largest
polyolefins producer in the Americas and leading producer of
biopolymers in the world, announces today the launch and
availability of Braskem polypropylene (PP) filament spools for 3D
printing for online purchase through M. Holland's newly launched eStore at
www.mholland3d.com. The Braskem launch includes two grades of
polypropylene filament for fused filament fabrication (FFF). These
materials are designed to be used for both industrial and personal
3D printing applications and are being distributed in partnership
with M. Holland, a leading
international distributor of thermoplastic resins.
Braskem's polypropylene 3D printing filament is ideal for
additive manufacturing based on its recyclability, impact strength,
chemical resistance, and dimensional stability that has durable
living hinge capabilities as well as a lower density than other
plastics. These properties make polypropylene an attractive
material for a wide range of 3D printing
applications. As part of Braskem's ongoing commitment to
innovation and bringing new solutions to the additive manufacturing
sector, the company invested in a new dedicated additive
manufacturing lab in 2020 as part of the expansion of its
Innovation & Technology (I&T) Center located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
"The launch of online sales of our polypropylene filament spools
for industrial and consumer clients is another major step forward
for Braskem's 3D printing product offering. We are excited for our
filaments to now be available for the general public or anyone
interested in 3D printing and additive manufacturing capabilities.
Our polypropylene has exceptional properties over other materials,
and we believe will help further strengthen the great potential we
see for the global additive manufacturing market," commented
Jason Vagnozzi, Braskem Commercial
Director of Additive Manufacturing.
Braskem filaments are designed with the end user in mind, making
them a great choice for rapid prototyping, custom product design,
lightweighting, optimizing geometries, and designing spare parts.
Braskem filaments are available in both 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm
diameters to fit a wide range of printer applications.
For more information about Braskem's additive manufacturing
portfolio including filament and powders for fused filament
fabrication (FFF), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS),
and high-speed pellet extrusion, please visit
https://www.braskem.com/usa/3d-printing.
ABOUT M. HOLLAND
M.
Holland is a leading international
distributor of thermoplastic resins, providing suppliers with the
most strategic channels to market, offering innovative sourcing and
supply chain solutions to our clients, and helping people lead
rewarding careers. Since 1950, a deep commitment to personal
relationships has formed the core of the company's heritage, its
culture, and its vision. Headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, M. Holland has over $1
billion in annual sales and sells to more than 4,000
customers annually. To learn more, visit www.mholland.com. Follow
M. Holland on Twitter, LinkedIn,
and Facebook.
ABOUT BRASKEM
Every day, Braskem's 8,000 team members
work to improve people's lives through sustainable solutions in
chemistry and plastics and engage with partners throughout the
value chain to advance the circular economy. With 40 industrial
units in Brazil, United States, Mexico and Germany, net revenue of R$58 billion (US$15.9
billion) and exports to around 100 countries, Braskem
produces annually over 20 million tons of plastic resins and
chemical products.
Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of
Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading
producer of polypropylene in the United
States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, an Innovation and Technology
Center in Pittsburgh, and
operations in Boston focused on
leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and
advanced materials. For more information, visit
www.braskem.com/usa.
Braskem on social media:
www.facebook.com/BraskemGlobal
www.linkedin.com/company/braskem
www.twitter.com/BraskemSA
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