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(basf) -- With
the addition of Ecovio F Mulch, BASF is expanding its line of
biodegradable plastic compounds in the form of a grade for use in the
manufacture of agricultural films. In contrast to agricultural film made from
conventional polyethylene (PE), film made from Ecovio F Mulch biodegrades.
It is no longer necessary for farmers to retrieve the film from the
field for disposal or recycling after the harvest. They can simply plow it under
along with what remains from the plants. This saves time and reduces costs.
Production of the film is also economical, since it can be manufactured at a
lighter gauge than conventional PE film without any loss in performance.
Moreover, Ecovio F Mulch represents a drop-in solution for the film producer:
Since this resin can be processed on conventional PE extrusion machines without
extensive modification, the processor can convert his equipment quickly and
without great effort. The material is now available in commercial quantities
around the world.
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