Extrusion International 3-2025-USA

34 Extrusion International 3/2025 34 INDUSTRY NEWS Compounding Capabilities in the United States Expanded Syensqo, a leader in specialty polymers, announced a capital in- vestment to expand Ryton® PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) compound - ing capability at the Augusta manu- facturing site in Georgia, US. The Augusta facility, already known for its large-scale Amodel® PPA and KetaSpire® PEEK com - pounding and its local aromatic resin production, including PPA and PEEK, is now equipped to supply Ryton® PPS compounds, thereby simplifying its North American supply chain and enhancing control and efficiency. The site’s IATF 16949 certifica - tion ensures adherence to the highest standards in the automo- tive industry, reinforcing Syensqo’s reputation for material excellence and assuring customers of top-tier product quality. "This investment demonstrates our commitment to providing reli- able, high-quality materials to our customers," said Brian Baleno, Di- rector of Global Business Develop - ment and Program Management at Syensqo. "By increasing control on our local capacity, we are better equipped to meet North American market demands and navigate com- plex trade environments." This strategic move enhances our offerings in the automotive, energy, and construction sectors, with a fo- cus on materials for electrification, lightweighting, and connectivity applications. Key products include Ryton® PPS, KetaSpire® PEEK, Amodel® Bios PPA, and Amodel® Supreme PPA. Ryton®, Amodel® and KetaSpire® are registered trademarks of Syensqo. Syensqo www.syensqo.com Syensqo’s Augusta site, Georgia US (Photos: Syensqo) Flame Retardancy Solutions With antimony trioxide (ATO) prices skyrocketing by over 800% in the last year, manufacturers are under growing pressure to rethink their flame-retardant formulations, not only to control rising costs but also to address increasing regu- latory and safety concerns. ATO, classified as a hazardous substance and listed as an SVHC (Substance of Very High Concern) by ECHA, is driv - ing the industry to find safer, more sustainable alternatives. Tolsa’s ADINS®Flame Retardancy solutions emerge as a reliable, cost-effective and European-made alternative, completely ATO-free and halogen- free, helping manufacturers main- tain performance while improving fire safety and sustainability profile. “ADINS® stands out because it delivers real ATO-free formulations improving fire performance due to its synergy effect enhancing the char formation. ADINS® is more than ATO Replacement, it reduces the smoke and heat release while improving the anti-dripping ef- fect, considering a complete very competitive cost-efficiency solution nowadays in matrices such as PVC, PA, PP, Rubber and Fire-Protective Coatings,” says Marta Sacristán, Functional Additives Technical Man- ager at Tolsa. ADINS® not only replaces ATO but also improves flame retardant and fireproof properties across mul - tiple axes – including smoke sup- pression, anti-dripping, and heat release reduction. This comprehen - sive 360º fire enhancement enables customers to not just substitute but actually upgrade the fire perfor - mance of their material in a sustain- able way. ADINS® Flame Retardancy prod - ucts are already being validated by major international compounders and producers. ADINS® Flame Retardancy is commercially available across the United States through a trusted network of regional distributors: EM Sullivan, Dar-Tech, and Dorsett & Jackson. This partnership ensures broad accessibility and expert lo- cal support, helping customers find the right ATO-free flame retardant synergist solution based on their lo- cation and application needs. Tolsa www.Tolsa.com adins@tolsa.com