Welcome to the Science Center

SPTek GARD™

Our GARD™ technology is truly one of a kind and works to prevent harmful microorganisms from growing on products for 30-40 years.

SPTek LIQUID GARD™

This antimicrobial technology is highly effective against MRSA, Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, staphylococcus and dozens of dangerous organisms.

SPTek OYSTERPLUS™

Our OYSTERPLUS™ technology taps into the incredible potential of this waste to create a bio-based carbon source for plastic production.

SPTek SERVOGARD™

Combining the best of both worlds, SERVOGARD™ is a powerhouse additive packed with antimicrobial and antifungal technology.

SPTek SERVO™

SERVO™ is a powerful antifungal tool in the global fight against waste, destroying mold growth in products and extending their life span.

SPTek TRACER™

TRACER™ embeds state of the art technology into polymers to ensure the correct materials and measurements are used in each batch.

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Demystifying key sustainability topics

The world of sustainability is large and vast. Here you will find sustainability concepts that help contextualize our industry and the reason we created Smart Plastic Technologies. Dive into each subject to expand your understanding of key sustainability concepts.

Composting

Learn how composting works, the different types of composting at home and on an industrial level, and what the deal is with compostable products.

Landfills

Landfills play a key role in our society’s ability to manage waste, but how are they built, how do they work, and what should you know about them?

Recycling

Recycling is an important tool as society transitions to more sustainable economies. Here we look at how recycling works and the role it plays in our society.

Sustainability 101

Sustainability is a complex subject, and you can approach it from a variety of angles. In this space, you’ll find coverage of key sustainability topics.

Waste to Energy

Waste to Energy (WTE) is a result of decades of technological advancements and plays an important role in our society as a method of waste disposal.

FAQ

Questions? We have the answers

This list features critical sustainability questions and their answers, helping to provide context to our business model and the technology we develop.

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How is Smart Plastic reducing the environmental impact of plastic?

Plastic is ubiquitous and plays an integral role in our global economy. Smart Plastic’s current lineup of products and additives provide immediate solutions to address plastic and food waste, with significant research and development targeting long-term solutions.

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What industry associations are you a part of?

We are active members of the following associations:

FPA (Flexible Packaging Association)
SPC (Sustainable Packaging Coalition)
PAC Global
PIA (Plastics Industry Association)
SPE (Societ of Plastics Engineers)
AMI (Applied Market Information)

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What standards is ECLIPSE™ bio-assimilation in compliance with?

EU Directive 2019/904: EU Directive to prevent and reduce the impact on the environment of certain plastic products and to promote a transition to a circular economy.
Bio-Assimilation by Living Organisms: Evaluation of bio-assimilation by Rhodococcus via titration of CO2 evolution and increase of colony size resulting from exclusive source of carbon from degraded polyolefin.
ASTM D5511 Compliant: Standard test method for determining anaerobic diodegradation of plastic materials under high-solids anaerobic-digestion conditions.
ASTM 6954 Tier 1 Equivalent: Standard guide for exposing and testing plastics that degrade in the environment by a combination of oxidation and biodegradation.
EU 10/2011 via BS EN 1186: Migration test to demonstrate direct food contact safety.
FDA Direct Food Contact Approval
California Prop 65: California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act which places restrictions on “known carcinogens and reproductive toxicants.”

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What kind of bio-based solutions do you have?

Currently, we offer SPTek OYSTERPLUS™, an additive that reduces the environmental impact of conventional plastic with bio-based carbon sourced from oyster shells. This technology improves the mechanical characteristics of plastic, reduces processing times, temperatures and the dependence on fossil fuel-based resins.

At Smart Plastic, we understand the importance of a transition to bio-based plastics and this is reflected in our research and development activities. We see the potential for mass adoption of drop-in solutions and are continually working with our strategic and technical partners to deliver market-ready alternatives.

Learn more about OYSTERPLUS™ here.

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What is your best-selling product?

Currently, our SPTek ECLIPSE™ Stretch Film (patent pending) is satisfying a major market gap and has become our best-selling product. This product has addressed a critical gap in the shipping and transportation industry by providing a sustainable alternative to conventional stretch film for load containment without sacrificing on performance.

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Glossary

Sustainability terms and definitions

This glossary features critical definitions, concepts, and knowledge to help you in your sustainability journey.

Bio-based

Refers to material that is made from renewable sources.

Ecofriendly

Not causing damage to the environment, taking into account the complete lifecycle of a product or service.

Greenwash

A form of marketing spin designed to disguise the true environmental impact of a company’s products or initiatives.

Wish-cycling

Throwing an item in your recycling bin hoping it can be recycled.

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