LOWER ENERGY CONSUMPTION WITH GRAPHENE ENHANCED ADHESIVES

As industries strive to adopt more sustainable practices, the development of eco-friendly materials is crucial. One exciting breakthrough from our recent project is the use of graphene in bio-based adhesives, which has shown remarkable potential in both improving performance and reducing environmental impact. Through our collaboration with partners like IKEA, Tetra Pak, and SLU, we’ve demonstrated that graphene can transform adhesives, making them more efficient, sustainable, and competitive.

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The recent completion of the Graphene in sustainable adhesives for renewable materials” project marks a significant step forward in the development of more efficient and eco-friendly adhesive solutions. This collaborative effort has proven that graphene can revolutionize the performance of bio-based adhesives, addressing key environmental and production challenges. One of the most notable achievements of the project was the creation of three successful demonstrators: adhesives used in wood panels, packaging boxes, and straws. These showcased the transformative potential of graphene in adhesives, improving productivity, reducing energy use, and lowering material consumption. The project has also proven that bio-based adhesives can be more cost-effective, providing a competitive alternative to traditional, less sustainable options like formaldehyde-based glues.

Furthermore, the project significantly advanced our understanding of graphene’s impact on both traditional and bio-based adhesives. This project has both met all of its objectives and paved the way for several follow-up projects that will continue to explore and expand the role of graphene in adhesive technologies.


ABOUT THE PROJECT
The project “Graphene in sustainable adhesives for renewable materials” was a demonstrator project with a budget of 8.6 million SEK, of which 4 million SEK was funded by Vinnova. It involved six companies and one university: IKEA, Tetra Pak, SCA, Bim Kemi, DS Smith, SLU (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences), and 2D fab. The project took place from April 2022 to December 2024 and will be followed by several additional projects to further explore and expand the potential of graphene in adhesive technologies.