Updated Interactive Tool for Predicting Multilayer Film Performance, Recycled PE Grades

NOVA Chemicals has made further enhancements to its interactive web-based tool for predicting multilayer film performance. With the Bonfire Multilayer Property Predictor (MPP), NOVA customers can find the most promising resins and structures that meet their requirements without the extensive physical trials that are typically needed during the design phase. MPP also helps customers reach their sustainability goals by supporting downgauging and the incorporation of recycled polyethylene (rPE) to ensure their packages are designed for recyclability. The enhancements of Bonfire MPP 6.0 enable users to do the following:

• Film Comparison Guide – Compare predicted properties of similar films with different resins, blends or layer ratios.
• Coex Structure Builder – Assess the effects of additives on final film properties.
• Customization – Add a custom resin to a private database.
• Profitability Module – Enhanced features to access and compare the cost and profitability of different films and processing factors.
• Team Access – Add multiple users within a company to collaborate on structures, pricing, customizations and more.

NOVA has also expanded its Syndigo rPE portfolio, including rPE-0860-FC, a 100% postconsumer rPE mechanically recycled resin sourced from natural HDPE milk, water and juice containers, which is said to be well suited for both rigid and flexible packaging. Possible applications include beverage caps, cereal films, barrier film and all PE stand-up pouches. Due to the robust mechanical recycling process, including sortation, washing and post-extrusion devolatization to eliminate odor, the result is a best-in-class resin.