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Makrolon® RE for light switches and sockets of SAGA™ collection

In a groundbreaking collaboration, ABB, a pioneer in electrification and home and building automation, partnered with us to revolutionize the switches and sockets industry. This alliance, introduced the first-ever switches and sockets made with Makrolon® RE from Covestro, setting new standards for more sustainable innovation, based on a mass balance approach.
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Task

ABB’s strong focus on more sustainable light switches and sockets

ABB’s focus on a more circular economy aligns with the task, aiming to achieve a low-carbon society, preserve resources, and drive social progress. At Covestro, our mission is to support our partners with more sustainable materials, paving the way into a climate neutral* future. Together with ABB, we developed the industry’s first switches and sockets made from Makrolon® RE, a high-performance polycarbonate with very low carbon footprint. 

The Makrolon® RE polycarbonate in Signal White (RAL9003), which is used in the SAGA collection, has an 85.8 % share of allocated bio-circular raw materials. Compared to conventional, purely fossil-based polycarbonates, the Makrolon® RE grades have a positive impact of decreasing the Global Warming Potential (GWP) with more than 80%.

“Utilizing Covestro's solutions is not just a choice; it's a strategic relief. It's about crafting products that don't just connect circuits but connect with a sustainable future and setting a new standard for responsible electrification."

Sven Werdes

Global Product Line Manager, ABB

Challenge

Mission zero carbon footprint

ABB, dedicated to sustainability, has set ambitious targets, and the Mission to Zero™ site in Porvoo, Finland, exemplifies this commitment. The objective is to further innovate ABB’s Porvoo facility and production processes, making it even more sustainable. Achieving this involves deploying state-of-the-art technologies through the ongoing Mission to Zero™ program. Engineers face the challenge of integrating digital solutions and renewable technologies to propel factory toward a more sustainable material value chain. Additionally, the demand from Nordic end-users for more sustainable polycarbonate products necessitates the development of ABB’s new SAGA™ wiring collection of light switches and sockets.
Solution

Eco-conscious electrification with more sustainable polycarbonate

Our material solution for ABBs challenging goals is Makrolon® RE, a bio-circular and, as a thermoplastic polymer, recyclable material.

ABB’s Mission to Zero™ program drives the Porvoo factory to achieve carbon-neutral operations, showcasing a significant leap towards sustainability. The SAGA™ wiring collection, a testament to this collaboration, not only meets but exceeds the highest quality standards.

Covestro’s crucial role in this journey involves supporting ABB with low carbon footprint Makrolon® RE, a more sustainable polycarbonate with UV resistance in signal white. This product solution not only addresses the challenge of sustainability but also sets new benchmarks for high product quality and environmental responsibility in the switches and sockets industry.

“By utilizing Makrolon® RE for the SAGA™ series of switches and sockets, we not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also substitute fossil fuels with renewable raw materials in the value chain. This collaboration marks a milestone towards eco-conscious electrification, creating high-quality products simultaneously.”

Dr. Niklas Meine

Senior Industrial Marketing Manager, Covestro

Key benefits

  • Bio-circular raw materials Bio-circular contents of ISCC PLUS certified waste and residues of biological origin are allocated via mass balance.
  • Carbon footprint reduction Significant reduction of the product's CO₂ footprint through the use of Makrolon® RE.
  • Drop-in Solution Our RE series can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems without requiring technical investment or production interruptions.
  • High quality Material in signal white with UV resistance properties.

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