Press Release Summary: Brunel University and biodegradable packaging supplier Biopac are conducting innovative DEFRA-backed research into alternative crop uses. The findings could shape the future of natural, renewable and cost-effective industrial packaging.
Press Release Body: The research comes at a time when reliance on fossil-based materials is causing huge concern. Industry leaders across the whole supply chain are seeking alternative renewable materials to replace non-renewable plastics in their products. In particular, utilising bio-based materials from non food crops could vastly reduce manufacturing and society’s reliance on fossil-based materials.
Biopac and Brunel University have been working in partnership for the last four years on successive research projects to examine alternative uses for these bio-based crop sources. Following initial examination of ‘processing cereal straws for fibre packaging’, a second research project was launched; to develop a range of bio-composites based on whole utilisation of renewable wheat straw for industrial applications.
Wheat straw is an annually renewable, low cost and abundant source of natural fibre in the UK, making this bio-based material a strong contender to replace conventional packaging. Both Brunel University and Biopac are extremely encouraged by research so far and believe that this exciting research could provide precisely what manufacturers have been searching for.
Brunel University is further endorsing Biopac, and improving its own green credentials by introducing the company’s existing range of disposable catering packaging. These products are fully compostable, biodegradable and made from natural and renewable resources.
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