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Seamless integration, scalable & cost-efficient
KP transformed complex polymer rheology science into a practical plastic processing technology that boosts both environmental and economic sustainability. The KP Process aligns polymer molecules in the melt, triggering structural changes during flow. This results in advanced, efficient material structures that enhance performance, allowing for less material use while maintaining the same product quality.
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Rooted in proven science
KP technology is built on widely studied, well-established scientific principles of Flow Enhanced Nucleation and Induced Crystallization. Our expert scientific board, comprised of leading minds in the field, guides the development and reduce-to-practice of this cutting-edge technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in plastic processing.
The number of hits per year on Google Scholar for the term 'flow-induced crystallization' from 1970 to 2023.
Compatibility with Existing Manufacturing Processes
The technology is suitable with currently utilized commodity resins, for both amorphous (such as PC, PS et al) and semi-crystalline (such as PET, PP, etc.) polymers, on industrially relevant machinery.
Designed for seamless integration with flow-based processing
KP technology harnesses the power of flow for methods like injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and film extrusion. With its rheology-optimized 3D-printable design, the processing tool ensures compatibility with existing machinery.
Rooted in proven science
KP technology is built on widely studied, well-established scientific principles of Flow Enhanced Nucleation and Induced Crystallization. Our expert scientific board, comprised of leading minds in the field, guides the development and reduce-to-practice of this cutting-edge technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in plastic processing.
Compatibility with Existing Manufacturing Processes
The technology is suitable with currently utilized commodity resins, for both amorphous (such as PC, PS et al) and semi-crystalline (such as PET, PP, etc.) polymers, on industrially relevant machinery.
Designed for seamless integration with flow-based processing
KP technology harnesses the power of flow for methods like injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and film extrusion. With its rheology-optimized 3D-printable design, the processing tool ensures compatibility with existing machinery.
"At PDG, we pride ourselves on being innovative and results-driven. Keiryo shares that philosophy. Their technology is a game-changer for the industry and will be a massive competitive advantage for early adopters. In the long term, it will have a significant positive impact on the sustainability of our whole industry."
Performance follows morphology
The smaller morphologies lead to the creation of a labyrinth effect which increases the barrier functionality of the final packaging.
Barrier performance
Smaller, evenly spread crystals in a polymer create a strong, consistent barrier throughout the material. This layout forms a labyrinth that makes it harder for gas or moisture to pass through, unlike large, randomly placed crystals that can leave gaps. The result is a reliable, high-performance barrier that outperforms materials with larger, less frequent crystals.
Thermal resistance
The uniform distribution of smaller crystals contributes to balanced thermal behaviour across the polymer structure. These smaller crystals help create a network that can distribute heat more evenly, preventing localized areas of excessive shrinkage or deformation. This consistency ensures that the material maintains its thermal resistance more evenly, unlike occasional large crystals, which may create uneven thermal responses with more susceptible amorphous regions in between.
Mechanical Strength
Smaller, well-distributed crystals support consistent mechanical strength by reinforcing the PET material evenly throughout its mass. This prevents stress concentration points that can develop when only a few large crystals are present, which could leave the surrounding amorphous areas prone to compression or collapse under load. The uniform crystalline structure provided by smaller crystals ensures that the material can withstand mechanical stresses more evenly, reducing the risk of localized failure and improving overall resilience.
Characterization methods
Our comprehensive Characterization Platform provides in-depth analysis of polymer morphology at every stage of processing, always comparing against industry standards.
This ensures that "Morphology Follows Rheology" and guarantees the consistent performance of our KP processing technology in industrial applications. By collaborating with top global experts, we validate results objectively and maintain clear, unbiased insights.
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Thermal
Magnetic
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Functional performance properties
The expansion of the performance platform aligns with the functional performance properties across various consumer packaging segments.
Oxygen Transmission
Water Vapour Transmission
Thermo resistance
CO2 Transmission
Top load
Processible with virgin, recycled and bio-based resins
The technology is suitable with currently utilized commodity resins, for both amorphous (such as PC, PS et al) and semi-crystalline (such as PET, PP, etc.) polymers across all categories: virgin, recycled and bio-based
Recycled Polymer Systems
Our technology is compatible with recycled polymer systems, and does not contribute to the additional degradation or lead to clogging the machinery.
Bio-based
KP Technology is well-suited for biomaterials like PLA and PHAs, based on literature research and expert review. It enhances and controls crystallization, effectively addressing challenges associated with poor crystallization kinetics in biopolymers.
Our patent portfolio
Keiryo has established a sizeable patent portfolio. Below you will find information on the patents themselves and their current legal status.
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