Innovation meets sustainability: PLIXXENT and Bata Industrials successfully collaborate on a new bio-based polyurethane system for protective footwear

Since 2020, our teams have been working closely together to develop advanced PU technologies that combine high performance with increased sustainability.

Starting with a high-dynamic PU system, the partnership evolved into the successful implementation of a second-generation bio-based solution with improved processing performance and excellent rebound characteristics.

Key achievements of the new system include:

✅ Bio-based raw materials integrated into the PU system
✅ Performance equivalent to conventional solutions
✅ Smooth and efficient processing
✅ Faster cycle times
✅ Extremely low reject rates approaching zero

The development was driven by Bata Industrials’ commitment to sustainable innovation and supported by PLIXXENT’s technical expertise and in-house footwear development center in Oldenburg, Germany.

This collaboration demonstrates how strong partnerships can accelerate sustainable innovation in the footwear industry while maintaining the highest standards of quality and performance.

We are proud to contribute to a more sustainable future together with Bata Industrials. 🌍