Empower Materials is the producer of QPAC^®, the world's cleanest thermally decomposable binder. QPAC^® cleanly decomposes into CO₂ and water in many types of atmospheres and leaves virtually no residue. This property contributes to the widespread usage of QPAC^® in many demanding applications.

QPAC^® poly(alkylene carbonate) copolymers

QPAC^® poly(alkylene carbonate) copolymers are a unique family of innovating thermoplastics representing a true breakthrough in polymer technology. While traditional plastics have been primarily petroleum based, these new materials are derived from carbon dioxide and are produced through the copolymerization of CO₂ with one or more epoxides.

The resultant polymers are amorphous, clear, readily processible and have long term mechanical stability. They are also environmentally friendly and consume 50% less petrochemicals, unlike other polymers which are 100% petrochemical based. In addition, they exhibit biodegradable properties.

Empower Materials Inc. is ISO 9001:2000 registered company.

Thermogravimetric analyses in both air and nitrogen show complete decomposition of poly(propylene carbonate) at low temperatures, heating rate is 10°C/minute.