AkzoNobel and DSM have officially launched the BluCure umbrella brand covering innovative Cobalt-free resin curing technologies and products.At the JEC Composites show in Paris, the two companies also unveiled the BluCure quality seal, which guarantees that products are 100% Cobalt-free.
The novel curing solutions now offer the market more sustainable alternatives to onventional, Cobalt-based systems. BluCure Products are either Cobalt-free accelerators or Cobalt-free pre-accelerated resins and meet strict criteria.
“Environmental pressure on Cobalt is gaining momentum,” explains Alain Rynwalt, sBU Director Marketing & Sales XTP EMEA for AkzoNobel Functional Chemicals.
“In order to stay one step ahead of the legislators both companies have developed eco-friendly Cobalt-free curing systems. Composite component manufacturers can now qualify for the BluCure Seal, which offers the industry a way to distinguish products that are based on 100% Cobalt-free BluCure™ Technology."
Adds Wilfrid Gambade, President DSM Composite Resins: “BluCure™ opens up
access to leading edge, Cobalt-free curing technologies through sub-licensing,
providing genuine alternatives to Cobalt-based accelerator systems for all
composite component and resin manufacturers. BluCure Technology offers
opportunities for outstanding performance and sustainable end-user value. We
welcome other companies to partner up with BluCure as well.”
Discussions are ongoing with several resin manufacturers who are interested in
partnering up with BluCure. Composite component manufacturers are also invited to join in by obtaining a license for using the BluCure™ Seal on their products.
