Sustainability – Chroma Color® Corporation

Chroma Color® Exhibiting at Compounding World 2024 Booth # C1526

chromacolorstg on July 3, 2024

Chroma Color® Compounding World 2024

Chroma Color® Corporation is a leading specialty color concentrate supplier serving diverse markets, including wire and cable, packaging, healthcare, pharmaceutical, consumer products, and others. With the acquisition of Epolin, Chroma is also the recognized leader in the near-infrared (NIR) absorptive dye industry, producing proprietary blends to suit the eye protection and light management sectors. Stop by booth C1526 to talk to the Chroma Color® about our color concentrates and masterbatches that includes G-Series, UltraPET, ChromaPCRPET, ChromaNIR, Bio-Compostable option, and more.

The Compounding World Expo is being held in Cleveland, OH, on November 13-14, 2024. Cleveland is the plastics hub of North America and this event caters to the entire compounding supply chain where you can network with peers, gain insights from experts, and explore cutting-edge exhibits – all for FREE. To register visit: https://na.compoundingworldexpo.com

Also you can gain a broader perspective with the co-located expos: Plastics Extrusion World Expo, Plastics Recycling World Expo, and Polymer Testing World Expo that offer cross-industry insights. Our dynamic conference program features technical presentations, industry debates, and insightful seminars across four dedicated theaters.

For more info visit: https://na.compoundingworldexpo.com

Chroma Color® Photoluminescent Masterbatch Colors Meet Growing Demands from Plastic Molders

chromacolorstg on February 18, 2024

Chroma Photoluminescent Color

Photoluminescent color concentrates, also known as glow-in-the-dark color concentrates, have gained popularity in recent years due to their unique properties and ability to create eye-catching visual effects. For example, photoluminescent color concentrates are increasingly being used in safety applications such as emergency exit signs, egress path markings, and safety equipment. This is because photoluminescent materials are reliable and can be charged by both natural and artificial light, ensuring that they remain visible even in low-light or dark conditions.

Chroma Color® continues to explore new materials and technologies to improve the properties of photoluminescent color concentrates for our customer to be more efficient and brighter than traditional pigments.

The Benefits of Chroma Color®s Photoluminescent Masterbatches Includes:

– Rapid activation yielding hours of glow

– Light stable formulation (fade resistant)

– Custom-tailored for glow longevity and brilliance

– Designed for specific life safety applications

– Enhance and differentiates outdoor or indoor applications

To ensure customers of Chroma Color® photoluminescent masterbatches will yield hours of glow. We had products molded using Chroma Color®’s Glow tested by an outside laboratory resulting in measurements of 32 hours of glow time. To examine the variety of resins tested and results download this pdf:

https://chromacolors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Chromacolor-Photoluminescent-MasterBatch-12-22.pdf

Chroma Color®:

Chroma Color® Corporation is a leading specialty color and additive concentrate supplier serving diverse markets, including wire and cable, packaging, healthcare, pharmaceutical, consumer products, and others.

With the recent acquisition of Epolin, Chroma Color® is now the recognized leader in the near-infra-red (NIR) absorptive dye industry, producing proprietary blends to suit the eye protection and light management sectors.

Chroma Color®’s growth strategy includes robust organic and inorganic growth through nine acquisitions over three years. Chroma’s extensive technical leadership and manufacturing expertise, coupled with its game-changing colorant, has delighted customers for over 50 years.

Jennifer Presnell, Quality & Regulatory Affairs, one of the distinguished winners of the Plastics News Sustainability Leaders Award

chromacolorstg on December 18, 2023

Chroma Color® Notable Leaders In Sustainability Jennifer Presnell

The leadership team at Chroma Color® Corporation is delighted to announce the recognition of Jennifer Presnell, Quality & Regulatory Affairs, as one of the distinguished winners of the Plastics News Sustainability Leaders in the Plastics Industry award! To qualify for this award, nominees must lead sustainability initiatives at their organization and make a measurable impact on the environment through their efforts. They must also demonstrate leadership through involvement in professional organizations and civic and community initiatives.

Jim Walsh, VP of Technologies at Chroma Color®, remarked, “We are pleased that Plastics News acknowledges the efforts of individuals contributing to the sustainability of plastics companies. Our entire Chroma Color® team has been diligently working towards becoming a reliable sustainable partner for our customers, with Jennifer at the forefront of our initiatives. This year, we witnessed the tangible outcomes of her dedication as we progressed from an EcoVadis Bronze medal to a Silver Medal in 2023, which is why she earned our nomination.”

In emphasizing the importance of responsibility and education, Jennifer stated, “We must be accountable for our actions and strive to educate ourselves, our customers, and the communities we serve for a better collective future. Progress is achieved one step at a time, building on each improvement.” She expressed pride in rallying the company management and employees to establish their sustainability program, which, despite being in its early stages, has already secured an EcoVadis Silver Medal. With ongoing efforts and active projects, the company is committed to reaching its sustainability goals while prioritizing the well-being of its employees and the broader community.

The Chroma Color® team extends heartfelt congratulations to Jennifer, expressing gratitude for her steadfast commitment to steering the company towards a more sustainable future.

Click here learn more about Chroma Color®’s sustainability efforts: https://chromacolors.com/sustainability-2/

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Chroma Color® Corporation Earns APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition for ChromaNIR Technology

chromacolorstg on November 19, 2023

Chroma Color® Corporation is pleased to announce it has been formally recognized by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for meeting the highest criteria for recyclability according to the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability for ChromaNIR.

About APR Design® Recognition:

APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition stands as a third-party endorsement of the compatibility of a package or packaging component with the North American recycling system. This recognition validates that the product has met the most stringent criteria for recyclability outlined in the APR Design® Guide. All components and complete packaging systems are eligible for APR Recognition.

Steve Alexander, the President & CEO of APR, applauded Chroma Color® Corporation’s commitment to enhancing the recyclability of its customers packaging, saying, “APR congratulates Chroma Color® Corporation for taking action to improve the recyclability of packaging and taking the steps to receive APR Design® Recognition. Recyclable packaging means less waste, more efficient use of limited natural resources, and more high-quality post-consumer resin (PCR) for new products.”

James Walsh, VP of Technology at Chroma Color® Corporation, shared his enthusiasm, “Our breakthrough ChromaNIR black technology is a game-changer for PE and HDPE recycling because this formula addresses the challenge of recycling black or dark colors in packaging.”

ChromaNIR’s Innovative Solution: ChromaNIR is a specialized formulation that addresses the crucial need for alternatives to Carbon Black, providing a sustainable solution for recycling black or dark colors in packaging. Chroma Color®’s NIR Sortable Black Technology is built on the foundation of IR reflecting/transparent components, using a unique blend of specialty dyes and organic pigments.

Download our product flyer: https://chromacolors.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Chroma-NIR-APR-Design-Print.pdf

Chroma Color® Corporation invites you to learn more about the environmentally responsible ChromaNIR technology by contacting us at Chroma Color® Corporation Contact Page:

https://chromacolors.com/contact-us/

About APR:

The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) is a US-based international non-profit and the only North American organization focused exclusively on improving recycling for plastics. APR’s resources help companies design packaging that can be recycled, support innovations that overcome existing recycling challenges,and encourage stable and reliable markets for post-consumer recycled content. Visit plasticsrecycling.org for more information.

About Chroma Color®:

Chroma Color® Corporation is a leading supplier of specialty color and additive concentrates, catering to various industries, including packaging, wire and cable, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products, among others. With the recent acquisition of Epolin, Chroma Color® is now the foremost authority in the near-infrared (NIR) absorptive dye industry, creating exclusive blends tailored to meet the needs of eye protection and light management sectors.

Chroma Color®’s growth strategy includes both organic and inorganic expansion, marked by nine acquisitions in just three years. With over five decades of technical leadership and manufacturing expertise, along with revolutionary colorant solutions, Chroma Color® Corporation continues to delight customers.

Meet the Chroma Color® team at MD&M West 2024 held Feb 6 – Feb 8, 2024 at Booth # 3995

chromacolorstg on August 15, 2023

Informa Markets Engineering West (IME West), home to MD&M West, WestPack, ATX West, D&M West and Plastec West, is the largest annual advanced manufacturing event in the US, bringing together suppliers and buyers for every part of the product development cycle.

Be sure to save the dates February 6-8, 2024 to meet with the Chroma Color® team to learn more about our plastic color concentrates for medical, packaging, additive manufacturing and more at booth #3995

The event is being held in Anaheim, CA at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Not attending the show but want more information?

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Chroma Color® to Exhibit at Injection Molding & Design Expo Booth – 706

chromacolorstg on June 29, 2023

Chroma Color® will be exhibiting at the Injection Molding & Design Expo Booth 706 on September 20-21, 2023 in Novi, Michigan.

Be sure to stop by to learn more about our G-Series Color Concentrates that delivers the Ultimate Solution. . . cleanliness of pellets, reduced cost-to-color, and enablement of sustainability without sacrifice.

Advantages of G-Series

Favorable financials with the ease, cleanliness, and convenience of Pelletized Color.
Reduced energy consumption through lower processing temperatures and reduced change-over times.
Lowest usage rates in the industry yield lower coloring costs and less warehouse space.
High loadings and robust formulations overcome the coloring challenges of PCR usage. These include regeneration of polymer properties, enhanced manufacturing process-ability, end-use performance characteristics, and desired finished goods aesthetics.
Formulated to provide optimum color and additive distribution within the final compound and/or molded part.

Chroma Color®’s G-Series provide vibrant, long-lasting colors essential to meeting the demands of compounders, processors, and OEMs.

Excellent dispersion and color distribution for optimal aesthetics
Reduced carbon footprint (energy, freight, warehouse space, etc.)
Matched using our coloring expertise (including special effects)

G-Series are ideal for the following resins

G3 Technology

Polyolefins & Polystyrene
Elastomeric Resins – TPE, TPO, TPU
Engineered Resins – PA, PC, PBT, ABS, ASA, and Alloys,
FR Compounds
Glass & Mineral Filled Compounds
Medical Polymers

G2 Technology

PE, PP, TPE, and TPO with high levels of UV/AO functional additives

ChromaTransparent

PC, PMMA, PET, PETG, Copolyester, MBS (Impact Modified Styrene Acrylic Copolymers), and other clear resins

The show is free to attend. Click here to register online: https://www.ami-events.com/event/0e6056c4-ce50-4b38-a249-393a1d8b3010/regProcessStep1:29e62f9a-6da7-472b-8f1d-88c3b01c33fb?RefId=Website&rp=792924b9-20b3-4864-b600-ad2ef72cc8bd

Chroma Color® Announces Award of the Silver Rating from EcoVadis for 2023

chromacolorstg on May 31, 2023

Chroma Color® Corporation is proud to announce our recent award of the Silver rating from EcoVadis for 2023. Chroma Color® joins tens of thousands of companies that partner with EcoVadis to collaborate on sustainability with a common platform, universal scorecard, benchmarks, and performance improvement tools.

A silver rating from EcoVadis demonstrates Chroma Color®’s strong sustainability practices and measurements to reduce the company’s environmental impact, promote social responsibility, and ensure ethical business practices. It also signifies we are making significant efforts to integrate sustainability into our operations.

“After receiving the Bronze award last year for the beginning stages of our program, the Chroma Color® team worked together to implement more policies, programs and improvements reflective of a solid ESG program that we are building. We implemented programs to become more cognizant of the use of our resources such as, reduction of water usage, improving air quality, reuse of scrap materials, and reduction of electricity usage. We will continue to identify additional areas where we can reduce our carbon footprint and become more socially mindful and responsible as it is the right and good thing to do for all of us and our future,” stated Jennifer Presnell, Chroma Color®’s Corporate Quality & Regulatory Manager.

“The senior leadership team is very proud of our company and its ability to
make changes within our organization to earn a Silver award in 2023. As Chroma Color® moves forward, our team will continue to focus on driving measurable improvements in each area,” stated Joe Herres, CEO, Chroma Color®.

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2023 Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) RoadMap Availability & Future Goals Announced by Chroma Color®

chromacolorstg on May 2, 2023

Chroma Color® Environmental, Social, Governance

In 2022, Chroma Color® Corporation made significant steps to promote sustainability and be responsible stewards of our Earth. This includes our commitment to providing sustainable color concentrate materials to our customers, reducing our own waste and energy consumption, and implementing environmentally responsible practices other companies in the plastics industry can also follow.

Our senior leadership team continues to evaluate all current operation and manufacturing practices to continue to build on our 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) roadmap.
Several months ago, our senior leadership team re-evaluated all current operation and manufacturing practices and updated our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) roadmap for 2023. Chroma Color®’s updated roadmap is now available for download: ESG Roadmap PDF

“Our Chroma Color® Board Members are also very committed to support of our programs. In addition, we continue to share our ESG results with our investor Arsenal Capital,” states Shruti Singhal, CEO, Chroma Color®. “I am very optimistic that we will achieve our ESG goals again for 2023 and stay focused on making the world better for our children and future generations.”

To view and/or download the report on our website:
https://chromacolors.com/sustainability-2/

About:
Chroma Color® Corporation is a leading specialty color concentrate supplier serving diverse markets, including wire and cable, packaging, healthcare, pharmaceutical, consumer products, and others. With the recent acquisition of Epolin, Chroma is also the recognized leader in the near-infrared (NIR) absorptive dye industry, producing proprietary blends to suit the eye protection and light management sectors.
Chroma Color® team is dedicated to operating our facilities in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. All of Chroma Color® facilities meet the ISO 9001:2015 standards and the Asheboro facility also meets the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard. Chroma Color®’s growth strategy includes robust organic and inorganic growth through nine acquisitions over five years. Chroma’s extensive technical leadership and manufacturing expertise, coupled with its game-changing colorant, has delighted customers for more than 50 years.

D6 Lowers Cost and Improves Retail Shelf Appearance with Support from Chroma Color®’s Technical Team

chromacolorstg on September 15, 2022

D6 Inc., founded in 2014, has become the fastest design-to-shelf packaging manufacturer globally by transforming the packaging industry through transparency in the recycling chain.

D6 has a solid network for a circular economy that takes waste and diverts it from landfills and up-cycles it into new containers, parts, and other products that go into consumers’ households or added to retail shelves. In addition, D6’s PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled Content) meets food-grade requirements and can create other kind of products.

The Challenge

One well-known fact for brands using recycled materials…they can have a slight gray tint, black spec, or other minor blemishes that can impact the look on shelves. To eliminate any negative perception from consumers, D6 reached out to Chroma Color® Corporation for a solution. D6 chose a slight blue tint color concentrate to help the PCR thermoformed clamshell products look great on the shelves.

D6 was pleased with the results, but after some discussion, they wanted to see if Chroma Color® could meet some new goals:

Reduce cost through lower let-down ratios
A lower amount of inventory needed to have on hand for production
A reduction in overall Labor cost
Lower transportation cost and carbon footprint
Lessen the overall environmental impact of the products produced

The Solution

Chroma Color®’s technical team evaluated the current situation. They recommended the company’s environmentally friendly G-Series after some discussion and analysis.

By making the switch over to the G-Series for use with PCR, D6 was able to:

Produce PCR package that still looks great on retail shelves
Reduce production cost by lowering let-down rates by 1/3
Process products at a much lower temperature, thus decreasing overall energy cost
Lower freight cost by 1/3 due to smaller shipments sizes
Use less color concentrate
Reduce labor costs during shipping and processing
Lower some warehouse storage needs
This extra warehouse space could also provide for excess inventory during times of short supplies
Lower carbon footprint

Summary

By switching to the G-Series for PCR, D6 reduced cost, made the production of their containers simpler, and lowered their carbon footprint.

“D6 appreciated the time and effort of the Chroma Color® Sales and Technical team to help us find a better solution for our PCR products,” stated Edward Dominion, Founder & CEO, D6 INC. “We now have a great PCR product to sell to our customers that looks great on the shelf, lowers our cost while offering additional sustainable benefits.”

To learn more about D6; https://d6inc.com/.

To learn more about Chroma Color® G Series for PCR and other sustainable options

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Coloring Industrial Synthetic Textiles 101

chromacolorstg on May 9, 2022

Once you start exploring the types of industrial textiles made from synthetic plastic resin materials you realize there are many products we use or see daily that fall into this category. Today, even more companies are discovering new capabilities and applications for these materials. Hence, this marketplace continues to grow.

A few reasons for wider acceptance of these materials include flexibility, dry fastness, water absorption and performance in harsh environments. Manufacturers easily gain improved performance with a variety of additives, including colors that ensure the product lasts in a wide variety of environments while also looking attractive.

Chroma Color® Textile Outdoor furniture

Typical Textile Plastic Resins Capabilities and Applications:

The plastics resins typically used for industrial textiles include: Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) and more.

Polyethylene (PE) is the most common plastic used in the world today. Resistant to tears and rips, the material is extremely rugged and durable, making it suitable for industrial applications. Industrial fabrics made from PE are also lightweight, flexible, and resist soiling and staining. In addition, they are non-absorbent, making them less likely to accumulate dirt/ moisture. They are also resistant to bacteria/ mold.

Polyethylene fabrics are typically chosen for applications such as outdoor chairs, tarps, and tents because they are strong and do not stretch. These fabrics can also be used as gardening mulch to block light contributing to the growth of weeds while letting moisture through. Some other common applications include rope, automotive fabrics and the popular re-usable shopping bag.

Polypropylene (PP) has a higher melting point, making it stronger and lighter than polyethylene. The material is also an excellent insulator and can be engineered into a variety of different products or melted down and recycled into something new. Other important properties of polypropylene include toughness, chemical, water, fire resistance and recyclability.

Textile flooring is the most popular use of polypropylene fiber because it has high abrasion resistance and does not absorb dirt or liquids. Other applications include outdoor carpets, golf and tennis courts, the edges of swimming pools and car interiors. This industrial fabric can also be used in construction–to stabilize the ground or to reinforce roads and banks.

Photo Caption: Marine industrial textiles used for industrial boats

Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) coating:

Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is a very versatile resin. It can be manufactured soft or hard. This material is impact, abrasion, fuel and oil resistant. TPU can be colored and can include additives to protect it from UV rays, funguses and fire.

TPU resin is used to coat textile products such as inflatable boats requiring strength, flexibility, wear resistance, and puncture resistance. It is easy to weld and handle. Other coated textile products include mining screens, conveyor belts, oil booms, barriers/berms, flood spill protection/ control and more.

Chroma Color® Greenhouse textile green

Photo Caption: Industrial textiles are used for greenhouse / nursery protection

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) contains halogens like chlorine and fluorine that are widely known for being stable. This chemical stability makes the material resistant to stressors like flame, chemicals and oil.

Chroma Color® Business Awning Textile

Photo Caption: Business awnings are a popular application for synthetic textiles.

PVC is used for textile applications such as protective suits for firefighters/ military, industrial tarps, conveyor belts, automotive/ RV headliners, marine sails/ lifejackets, awnings, windscreens, athletic mats and much more.

Common Additives for Plastic Textile Fabrics:

Plastic products are often constantly exposed to UV light that degrades the plastic product quickly. But this can be easily prevented with the addition of a UV additive. Other additive options include flame retardants, anti-static, processing stabilizers, antimicrobial agents, and more. If you think you need additional additives work with your supplier to help you decide what you need and how they will perform for each resin base.

Color Concentrates for Plastic Textiles:

One of the biggest challenges in color use for plastic textiles is matching them to the resin that is used. Initiate a conversation with your color supplier about the resins’ viscosity and melt processing temperatures. This will make the decision on carrier resin, pigments, stabilizers and other additives necessary for the application much easier.

Then, depending upon the material and application, the carrier resin used in the concentrate will be about 30-50%. It is also important to review the molecular weight of that carrier or melt flow rate (MFR). The color concentrate should have higher MFR than the base resin that is being colored in order to produce a good colored part.

After the resin has been clearly established, your conversation can move to color selection. Typically, your supplier will have sample chips or Pantone color charts to pinpoint the desired color for each plastic product or part.

During this selection, bear in mind that colors can look different on the material depending on its gloss, filler and look. For example, lighter colors such as red, orange, and yellow could change color faster compared to darker colors like blue or green.

Looking for unique or custom colors to separate you from your competitors or one that needs to stand out for safety applications such as life jackets or inflatable boats? You can count on color supplier’s like Chroma Color® Corporation to help you choose the best options for your application.

About Chroma Color® Corporation:

CHROMA COLOR Corporation’s textile team has experience helping customers looking for color industrial textiles made from PVC, PP, TPU and PE materials.

Our capabilities include:

Fully equipped laboratories to formulate thermoplastics colors and compounds. Colorists thoroughly trained in the theory and practice of spectrophotometry, color measurement, and color science
Color formulation, color control, color tolerances, standards, and color faults and their evaluation
All facilities meet ISO 9001:2015 standards
Adherence to the following regulatory guidelines: FDA Food Contact Compliance, HMF Heavy Metal, Free Formulation, EU & other Global Standards
Availability to provide color concentrates in dice, strand, underwater cut, and/or pulverized pellet geometry

Chroma Color® Corporation is a leading specialty color and additive concentrate supplier of the highest quality and the shortest lead times in the plastics marketplace. The business exceeds $160 million in sales due to solid organic growth and targeted acquisitions. Chroma’s extensive technical and manufacturing expertise coupled with its game-changing colorant technologies have surprised and delighted customers for over 50 years in markets such as: packaging, wire and cable, building & construction, consumer, medical, healthcare, lawn & garden, durables, sanitation, recreation and leisure, transportation and more.

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