How to reduce transport emissions by using lightweighting solutions for adhesives and sealants

Lightweight fillers can lead to up to 30% reduction in density aiding adhesives and sealants producers in mitigating their environmental impact. Various studies indicate that transport accounts for 25% of global CO₂ emissions derived from energy conversion, with around 30% of this figure attributed to the transport of goods.

Density reduction of finished products, using lightweight fillers, gives benefits in terms of yield and cost saving in the end application by allowing for more surface/volume covered with the same weight.  These end products also benefit from easier application (requiring less effort and faster operations) while maintaining good mechanical performance (e.g., tensile strength and elongation) and overall improved rheological properties.

This webinar will not only showcase the available lightweight filler technologies but also delve into various case studies related to flooring adhesives and reactive sealants, highlighting how these lightweight solutions can replace a large amount of mineral filler, significantly reducing the density in final formulations and potentially lowering CO₂ emissions during transport.

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