“These production process enhancements will help improve the polymer swelling speed and overall absorbency properties of our SAPs, allowing our customers to provide thinner and more dependable diapers and other hygiene products to consumers,” said Momin Birjis, BASF SAP Production Manager at the Freeport site. “Our team is really excited about the upgrades.”
The combination of the new equipment and upgraded processes has led to an improved capability to make higher performing SAPs while simultaneously realizing up to 20% higher throughput and further improving overall expected asset reliability. “This investment showcases BASF’s long-term commitment to the North American hygiene market and to maintaining our position as the leading reliable source for SAP in the region,” said Shawn Wick, BASF Business Director SAP North America.
BASF’s Petrochemicals division completed a $19.2 million upgrade at its Freeport, Texas site, enhancing Superabsorbent Polymers (SAP) production.
The investment improves polymer performance, increases production rates by 20 per cent, and optimises rail logistics to reduce carbon footprint.
BASF reaffirms its commitment to the North American hygiene market with improved reliability and product quality.
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