COMPOUNDING
Plastics compounding services – comprehensive solutions by Ekochem
Ekochem Sp. z o.o. specialises in plastic compounding services by offering our clients from various industries comprehensive preparation of polymer blends (compounds) designed to meet their exact application needs.
Our experience, flexible design approach, and modern technological facilities allow us to handle both short prototype orders and large-scale industrial production, always maintaining top quality and consistency.
Our experience, flexible design approach, and modern technological facilities allow us to handle both short prototype orders and large-scale industrial production, always maintaining top quality and consistency.
Our services include:
- Individual selection of raw materials and development of formulations , designed to meet industry specifics and end-use application requirements.
- Modification of a wide range of base materials, , including PP, PE, PS, ABS, PA, TPE, TPU, and PC, to meet mechanical, thermal, and aesthetic requirements.
- Enhancing blends with functional additives, including mineral fillers, UV stabilisers, slip agents, plasticisers, pigments, and antistatic and flame-retardant additives.
- Production of granules either from customer-supplied materials or from our own raw materials, with full control over the technological process.
- Conducting quality control at each stage, with detailed technical documentation and reports compliant with customer requirements.
- Packaging, labelling and logistics tailored to customer needs – from individual units to full pallets.
Who do we work with?
We cooperate with companies from such industries as:
- automotive
- construction
- electrical engineering
- packaging
- toy
- and multiple other plastic processing industries.
Why should you trust us?
We approach each project individually and offer:
✔ high consistency and top quality,
✔ short lead times,
✔ full technical support and consulting at each stage of the cooperation – from the formulation concept stage, to the end product and logistics.
By working with us, you gain access not only to cutting-edge technologies but also to a transparent, committed, and experienced partner in the plastics processing industry.
Frequently
Asked Questions
What is plastics compounding?
Plastics compounding involves blending base polymer material with additives (modifiers, fillers, colourants, stabilisers, etc.) to grant them specific mechanical, thermal, optical or processing properties.
The result is a granulate which is ready for further processing through injection, extrusion or blow moulding.
What base polymers are most commonly used in compounding?
We mostly use:
PE-LD (Low Density)
PE-HD (High Density)
PP-H (homopolymer)
PP-B (block copolymer)
PP-R (random copolymer)
SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene)
SEBS (Styrene-Ethylene-Butylene-Styrene)
What additives can be added to plastics during compounding?
Compounding mostly uses main additives, such as fillers, which improve stiffness and reduce material costs, as well as plasticisers, which improve plastic flexibility. Stabilisers protect polymers against thermal degradation and UV radiation, increasing the product’s lifespan. Colourants and pigments add colour and improve UV resistance. Moreover, you can use impact modifiers, antioxidants, and slip agents. They facilitate the processing and improve the mechanical parameters of the end product.
Is it possible to develop a compound for a specific customer application?
Yes, it is possible to develop a compound for a specific customer application. We must know your exact product requirements and use conditions, which help us optimise the formulation content regarding its durability, processing, and costs.
Which mechanical properties can be modified by compounding?
Compounding can modify almost all key mechanical properties of plastics by selecting appropriate additives, fillers, and polymers.
Can you help with selecting an appropriate compound for a specific application?
Yes, we support our clients with our knowledge and expertise.
Can I order a small test batch?
You can. We have laboratory lines which are capable of producing smaller quantities of material – up to 25 kg.
Do you also offer compounds made from recycled materials?
Sure, we do! Our compounds made from recycled materials meet all the quality and technological standards. Our experience and proper quality control processes enable us to provide materials with consistent mechanical and aesthetic properties, tailored to our customers’ needs. By applying recycled materials, we support sustainable development and protect the environment, at the same time ensuring high durability and efficiency of our products.
Can you prepare a material safety data sheet (MSDS)?
We prepare both product data sheets and material safety data sheets for each compound, in accordance with binding regulations and safety standards. These documents contain necessary information about the contents, properties, hazards, and rules of safe application and storage of materials. This is a standard practice which guarantees full transparency and allows our customers to meet legal obligations and ensure safety at the workplace.