Plasteco x PLA (polylactic acid) low environmental impact foam plastic products

Foamed sheets made from biodegradable resin PLA (polylactic acid) that are produced using environmentally friendly methods. They can be used for food trays, agricultural products, medical supplies, packaging, and cushioning materials.

Plasteco Co., Ltd. has consistently focused on "plastic production that considers people and the Earth" since its establishment. Through our unique technology that uses a safe inert gas with a low global warming potential to foam resins, we conduct research on plastic products and manufacturing methods that address environmental and resource issues, as well as the development and manufacturing of related equipment. With this technology, we have successfully achieved high-density foaming of plant-based biodegradable resins like PLA (polylactic acid), which were previously difficult to foam. Our foamed plastics are carbon neutral, derived from non-petroleum sources, and do not generate excess CO₂ during manufacturing and disposal processes, making them advanced materials that can be safely used in the future. Our foamed sheets are 100% biodegradable and do not use chemical foaming agents. Amid growing global concern over plastic waste, they can be applied in various fields as new environmentally friendly products, including food trays, packaging materials, and medical products. We have vacuum forming equipment and molds for testing, allowing for prototyping from sheets to formed products.

• plastic

Both the raw resin and the foaming agent are entirely non-petroleum based! They do not generate excess CO2 during the manufacturing and disposal processes.

【Plant-based, biodegradable plastic foam bead material that is gentle on people and the Earth】 "Plant-based biodegradable foam beads" are 100% biodegradable products made using an environmentally friendly method that does not involve chemical foaming agents. Thanks to our unique "supercritical inert gas foaming molding technology," we have successfully molded foam beads from biodegradable resin PLA (polylactic acid), which was previously challenging. This high expansion foaming also allows for a reduction in raw materials. As global concern over plastic waste issues grows, this new environmentally friendly product can be applied in various fields such as fishing and agricultural tools, packaging materials, medical products, and decorative/display items. 【Features】 ■ 100% plant-based ■ 100% biodegradable ■ Carbon neutral ■ Low environmental impact foaming agents used *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Composite Materials

For precise liquid delivery of various fluids, from low flow to high flow and from watery to high viscosity, trust the high-pressure multipurpose pump from Plasteco! [Easy maintenance]

Choose from types based on your application!! ● Pump only (for device integration) ● Integrated control unit This is a plunger pump that supports high-pressure liquid delivery up to 40MPa as standard. It has a proven track record in our flagship product, the "Supercritical Inert Gas Quantitative Supply System." We offer a wide range of models with maximum flow rates from 10mL/min to 1000mL/min, allowing you to select according to your usage purpose, from small flow rates suitable for research and experiments to large flow rates for mass production. In addition to standard specifications, we also have a rich selection of options to accommodate special specifications such as high-viscosity fluids, high-temperature fluids, slurries, and supercritical fluids. Please consult us regarding your desired flow rate, operating pressure, and fluid. With high durability and a simple structure, self-maintenance by customers is also easy.

• Positive Displacement Pump

Renewed with a new model! This is a gas supply device capable of precisely and stably supplying inert gases necessary for foam molding, such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen (N2).

【Renewal & New Model Launch!】 - Smaller and lighter than the previous model - Equipped with a 12-inch large screen touch panel - Precise control of gas supply volume is possible through data linkage with various molding machines Foaming with CO₂ or N₂ experiences significant changes in bubble diameter and foaming conditions due to minor fluctuations in supply volume. Additionally, traditional pump methods using pressure control have seen supply volume fluctuate due to pressure changes at the gas injection point of the molding machine. Plasteco's supercritical inert gas quantitative supply device maintains a constant supply mass and automatically adjusts the supply pressure to follow the pressure at the supply point, enabling precise control of the supply volume at all times and achieving uniform and fine foaming. Furthermore, by precisely controlling the gas addition amount through data linkage (optional) with extrusion and injection molding machines, stabilization of foaming ratios and reduction in the weight of molded products become possible. It can accommodate a wide range of applications, from small flow rates for small molding machines to large flow rates for large molding machines, as well as RIM molding and other uses. It also supports flow control, high-pressure compatibility, and other options, making it suitable for various applications.

• Extrusion Machine

All-in-one dehumidifying, drying, and transporting machine with stirring function suitable for drying resins that easily fuse and adhere, such as bioplastics.

Suitable for bio-plastics such as PLA and PHA! ● Compatible with resins that are prone to fusion and adhesion due to stirring function ● Low dew point honeycomb adsorption tower type ● All-in-one for dehumidification, drying, and transportation The DryTeco-S HCF series is a dryer that compactly integrates three functions: dehumidification, drying, and transportation. It is equipped with a stirring device to prevent pellet adhesion, making it suitable for various plastic materials, especially bio-plastics (PLA, PHA, PBS, etc.) and hygroscopic engineering plastics (PA, PC, PBT, PET, etc.). It consists of a Japanese-made honeycomb rotor adsorption tower and an all-stainless steel insulated drying hopper. Safety devices: power reverse phase detection, over-temperature prevention, inspection port safety switch.

• Drying Equipment

Manufacturing of a complete set of molding systems and peripheral equipment, as a specialized manufacturer of safe, low-cost, and environmentally friendly foaming agents and inert gases (CO2, N2).

Plasteco Co., Ltd. is the world's only manufacturer specializing in foaming using inert gases (CO₂, N₂). We are capable of manufacturing a complete set of equipment, including supercritical inert gas extrusion foaming molding systems, gas quantitative supply devices, and dryers. Leveraging our long-standing experience and know-how cultivated through numerous sales achievements, we provide consistent and flexible support from raw materials to molding. ● Safe and inexpensive foaming agents ● High added value through ultra-fine foaming ● Reduction of greenhouse gases ● Raw material reduction through high expansion foaming ● Foaming of new materials such as biodegradable options is possible ● Comprehensive support from raw materials to molding

• Extrusion Machine

As a celebration of the launch of tesa 88648, we are offering it at a special campaign price. Campaign period: Until the end of December 2025 *For details about the campaign, please feel free to contact us. tesa 88648 is a double-sided tape made of non-woven fabric, developed for industrial applications. It combines "strong adhesion" and "clean re-peelability," making it suitable for a wide range of substrates such as metal, plastic, and foam materials. It also excels in processability and heat resistance, meeting various needs in manufacturing sites, such as component fixation, bonding, and reusable design. ■ Examples of applications - Fixing internal components of home appliances and office equipment - Bonding metal panels and plastic parts - Fixing displays and sealing materials - Adhesion of foam materials and cushioning materials - Product development requiring recycling and re-peelable design, etc. *For product information, please download the catalog or feel free to contact us.

Prove Mind Inc. (Headquarters: 1-3-6 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Satoshi Yuza) will begin offering a new design environment called "TAYURA Canvas" for its self-developed business infrastructure service "TAYURA Base" starting in early October 2025. TAYURA Canvas is built on the open-source design tool "Penpot" and is characterized by its ability to be used on dedicated company servers rather than as a public cloud service. This allows for secure collaboration with reduced risk of information leakage while sharing designs among internal and external teams. Additionally, we will provide a stable environment and support to ensure that the open-source software can be utilized in a manner suitable for corporate use. For more details about the product, please visit the following: TAYURA Canvas Product Page: https://www.tayura.com/products/canvas Full Press Release (PR TIMES): https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000167604.html

The "Mechanical Stitching Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed, and repairs are made without causing any thermal impact on the base material. Repairs can be carried out even in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

The "Mechanical Stitch Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed, and repairs are made without causing any thermal impact to the base material. Repairs can be carried out in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

The "Mechanical Stitching Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed, and repairs are made without causing any thermal impact to the base material. Repairs can be carried out in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.