OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EcoLogic, a global technology company creating environmentally responsible solutions for plastics, announced today an agreement with GEA Biodegradables S. de R.L. de C.V., to distribute the Eco-One™ additive throughout Mexico. GEA biodegradables will distribute EcoLogic’s Eco-One additives throughout Mexico. These additives are compatible with the following resin types: PE, PP, PET, PS, Nylon, ABS, PVC, and Polycarbonate.
GEA Biodegradables was formed to focus solely on bio additives for plastics. The privately held parent company has years of experience in resin distribution, compounding and plastic bag manufacturing.
“Mexico is considered a high growth market for biodegradable plastic solutions as legislation has already been passed in Mexico City to ban the use of plastic bags that are not biodegradable,” said Sachin Shah, director of sales and marketing for EcoLogic. “GEA's parent company has been involved in the plastics industry for over 35 years and their knowledge and network are keys to the success of expanding use of Eco-One throughout Mexico.”
Gerardo Garcia, general manager for GEA Biodegradables stated, “After extensive review of various methods, technologies and products for making plastics more sustainable, we determined that EcoLogic's Eco-One additive is far and away was the best suited for the Mexican market. We are thrilled to work with EcoLogic and look forward to a successful venture.”
About EcoLogic
Formed in January 2010, EcoLogic owns, manufactures and markets Eco-One™ brand of additives for plastic products worldwide. Eco-One™ is an organic additive that enhances the biodegradation of plastic products in a biologically active landfill (appropriate facilities are not available in all areas). Independent ASTM D5511 tests, representing biologically active landfills, have shown 5-15% biodegradation within 30 days. Eco-One™ is scientifically unique and validated for enhanced biodegradation.
Our goal is to drive value for our customers by providing them solutions to meet increasing government, industry and consumer demands for environmental sustainability and biodegradability.
For more information please visit www.ecologic-llc.com.
About GEA Biodegradables S. de R.L. de C.V.
GEA Biodegradables S de R.L de C.V markets, distributes and promotes environmentally responsible products in Mexico. With more than 30 years of history in the plastic industry, GEA Biodegradables through their main brand ABP (Alternativas Bioplásticas), is committed to providing the best solution to enhance biodegradation of plastic products. GEA Biodegradables also promotes and distributes health and wellness oriented products such as air and water purifiers (Space Technology and Life Saver Systems).