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31 January 2025

Revolutionizing Manufacturing with 3D Printing and Recycled Biocomposites

The integration of recycled biocomposites in Additive Manufacturing is paving the way for eco-friendly and sustainable 3D printing solutions.
By utilizing materials derived from organic fibers and bio-based polymers, the industry is embracing a circular economy, reducing waste, and minimizing environmental impact.

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Harnessing the Power of Recycled Biocomposites

Materials composed of organic fibers from processing waste and 100% recycled bio-based polymer

Sustainability in manufacturing is no longer an option, it’s a necessity.
Thanks to Mixcycling, a leader in eco-friendly material innovation, biocomposites made from organic fibers and 100% recycled bio-based polymers are transforming Additive Manufacturing.

These innovative materials, sourced from cork, wood, bamboo, coconut, and even denim, replace traditional plastics, reducing reliance on virgin materials. By repurposing industrial byproducts, 3D printing is cutting waste and advancing eco-friendly production.

Breton's advanced 3D printing technology enables the seamless integration of these materials, providing high-performance solutions for manufacturers like Stylplex.

From concept to reality

The creation of Eco-Friendly Furniture with Breton Genesi

Breton is revolutionizing the furniture and interior design industry with large format 3D printing technology

Thanks to artificial intelligence algorithms, the predictive control system monitors and optimizes the production process in real time, reducing errors and ensuring consistent quality, making production more efficient and innovative.

Breton Genesi
A Game-Changer for Green Manufacturing

Eco-Friendly 3D Printing

The rise of sustainable 3D printing is revolutionizing how we approach manufacturing.

By incorporating Mixcycling’s recycled materials, companies like Stylplex are drastically reducing landfill waste while lowering their carbon footprint. Unlike conventional production, which generates excess material, additive manufacturing builds layer by layer, minimizing unnecessary consumption.

This shift to sustainable materials, including recycled plastics and bio-based polymers, is making green manufacturing the new standard.

Setting new standard for green manufacturing
The Future of Sustainable 3D Printing

As the demand for sustainable solutions grows, the 3D printing industry is poised to play a pivotal role in promoting environmental stewardship.

The continued development and adoption of recycled bio-compounds in additive manufacturing processes will further enhance the green credentials of production methods.

By adopting these sustainable practices, manufacturers can not only meet the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products, but also contribute to the global effort to combat climate change.

In conclusion, the fusion of recycled biocomposites with additive manufacturing represents a significant advancement in sustainable manufacturing. This innovative approach not only supports the principles of a circular economy, but also sets a new standard for green manufacturing practices in the 3D printing industry.

The Office Desk in figures

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1.950 x 1.250 x 700 mm

It is a privilege to work with companies that not only share our values, but also Inspire us to push boundaries and continuously improve.

Gabriele Corletto, Business Development Manager, Breton

Project Partners

A Successful Partnership

This revolution is driven by the collaboration of Mixcycling, Breton, and Stylplex, each playing a key role in advancing sustainable manufacturing.
It is a concrete example of how advanced technologies, material innovation and a shared vision can transform the way we design and manufacture.

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    Mixcycling is an innovative startup that develops sustainable and innovative materials by blending together, through a patented process, vegetable fibres (typically agro-industrial production waste or fibres with low production costs and minimal environmental impact) with bioplastics from renewable sources or recycled polymers.

    The Mixcycling blend represents a class of new generation and alternative biocomposite materials compared to conventional plastics from fossil sources, suitable for use in various industrial technologies already in use such as "injection moulding" (injection printing), extrusion and 3D granule printing, for a wide range of applications (for example in the automotive sector, e-device, packaging, etc.).

    Mixcycling Srl SB is part of the LifeGate Way ecosystem.

    Material
    Mixcycling

  • Stylplex played a key role in the printing and engineering of the KiS project. It is the first Breton Authorized Additive Manufacturing Center in Italy, equipped with the Breton Genesi E2 technology, which enables large format 3D printing with advanced materials.

    This positioning allows Stylplex to offer innovative and customized solutions for interior design and industrial production, with a strong focus on quality and sustainability.

    Printing and Engineering
    Stylplex
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