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The best characteristics of UPM Formi biocomposite

Composites are materials made from two or more different components. In a biocomposite, some or all of these components are bio-based.

UPM Formi biocomposite exhibits excellent performance attributes, combining the processability of plastics with the durability of wood.

UPM Formi products are based on the use of renewable raw materials and are fully recyclable at the end of their lifecycle.

Chain of custody certified materials

Replacing fossil-based materials

Shifting towards circular economy

Biomaterial based on renewable resources

100 % recycling ready

Fibres from sustainable managed forests


Highlights

UPM Formi EcoAce - renewable raw material

UPM Formi EcoAce is a drop-in solution for injection moulding: the biocomposite can smoothly replace fossil-based solutions as it is identical in quality and performance to non-renewable alternatives. The biocomposite is almost 100% based on renewable resources, followed by ISCC certified mass balance principle.

Does the sustainable future of boat building fascinate and interest you? Utilizing biocomposite material and large scale 3D printing a pilot mould is designed and built in collaboration with Parexo, RISE and UPM.

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