Technology meets nature as ECOR transforms agricultural and urban waste into sustainable building materials through its innovative conversion process
ECOR transforms agricultural and urban waste fibers into high-performance, sustainable building materials that replace traditional wood-based panels. Our technology upcycles cellulose waste into durable, recyclable products, seamlessly integrating circularity into their design. By repurposing abundant waste fibers that would otherwise end up in landfills, ECOR helps reduce deforestation and promotes sustainability.
Through our solutions, ECOR enables customers to address resource scarcity and mitigate climate impact, providing an innovative path to a more sustainable future.
The waste conversion process starts by diverting usable raw materials before they enter the traditional waste disposal system in close geographic proximity to ECOR facilities. Raw materials are sorted, graded, pre-processed and stored for deployment based upon the specific fiber mix required for the type of panel scheduled for production.
Raw materials are processed into usable feedstock via a mechanical pulping process using rotating discs and screens of varying specifications to achieve the desired properties for the pulp. The pulp is then dispersed in water in precise quantities and at a close tolerance in order to achieve a controlled chemical reaction.
ECOR technology provides a natural catalyst for chemical changes to occur at the cellular level between cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, proteins and amino acids. Lignin acts as a natural glue or binder. The second most abundant substance in plants, Lignin increases mechanical strength and is what keeps trees vertical.
With the precise amount of heat and pressure, the amorphous, rubbery nature of lignin and hemicellulose become realigned and cross-bonded onto the more crystalline-like structural portions of the cellulose molecule creating an interlocking, inter-diffusion of fibers.
The physical properties of specific fibers are also important. Longer fibers equate to greater tensile strength, and shorter fibers allow for more flexibility. When specific agricultural fibers are added, the oils, proteins and amino acids can be identified for their specific contribution to the mechanical properties of the panels. These properties are all carefully considered in the selection of the fiber mix.
Raw material sourced from the leftovers of the agricultural, corrugate, and label making industries. Closing the loop and supporting a circular bioeconomy. ECOR's conversion process adds no urea formaldehyde or isocyanides.
Thicknesses range from 1.8 mm (± 1/16 inch) to 16 mm (± 5/8 inch). Designed for a diverse range of applications, ready to fit your needs.
Versatile and strong to support different applications, including furniture, cabinetry, door skins, and more.
Built for impact, our process fuels the circular economy and powers commercial operations worldwide.
