TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) demonstrates enhanced material sustainability, making it ESG-aligned (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Here are several reasons:
- Environmental Sustainability: TPU is a recyclable material that can be reprocessed, minimizing environmental impacts with less amount of waste generated. Besides, TPU production generally consumes less energy compared to some other plastics such as PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). Therefore, the use of TPU reduces carbon footprint and promotes sustainability.
- Reduced Chemical Usage: TPU production typically needs fewer chemicals (e.g. plasticizers) compared to other plastics such as PVC. Since certain chemical additives and stabilizers bring negative environmental impacts, the manufacture and use of TPU contribute to environmental sustainability with fewer potentially harmful chemicals involved.
- Durability and Resilience: TPU offers outstanding durability which can withstand external factors or substances such as abrasion, chemicals, and UV radiation. This ability extends the service life of TPU-based products, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimizing waste generated. Besides, TPU can be processed into various shapes and forms, making it ideal for various applications that reduce negative environmental impacts.
- Health and Safety: TPU can be formulated to be biocompatible for medical applications. TPU materials, with reduced reliance on plasticizers, are a safer alternative to certain plastic materials. This places emphasis on safeguarding the well-being and protection of customers, which is in line with the social aspects of ESG principles.
With these advantages, companies adopting TPU as a material to manufacture products can further promote corporate ESG performance and enable more sustainable solutions.
ICP DAS – BMP (Biomedical Polymers), a Taiwan-based supplier of medical-grade TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), acts as a front-runner who deploys IIoT systems in a smart factory to maintain lot-to-lot consistency in TPU production. By leveraging the expertise and resources of ICP DAS — an industrial automation technology company with 30-year domain knowledge in automation, IIoT, and energy management, ICP DAS – BMP is empowered to monitor machine status and environmental factors to optimize production efficiency and ensure consistent high-quality TPU products.