The industry is undergoing a profound transformation toward more responsible and efficient production models aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this context, traditional chemicals—including antifoams—are under increasing scrutiny due to their environmental impact, fossil origin, and the waste they generate.
The antifoam TU‑FOAM family is a direct and effective response to this need: products formulated with natural raw materials, optimized for biodegradation, and manufactured under a fully sustainable energy and production model. Their entire life cycle is designed to reduce the environmental footprint at every stage.
Responsible raw materials: the foundation of a sustainable product
Sustainability doesn’t start at the production plant—it starts with the selection of raw materials. TU‑FOAM uses exclusively plant-based ingredients with FDA approval, ensuring safe use and a reduced environmental impact compared to alternatives based on fossil-derived materials.
The product’s active components are mainly based on:
- Vegetable fatty acid esters (fully biodegradable),
- Non-ionic surfactants in different concentrations,
- A water-based carrier, with no mineral oils or silicones.
This not only eliminates dependence on petrochemical materials, but also supports complete and safe biodegradation within the biological reactors where it is applied.
Manufacturing with renewable energy: a low-carbon-footprint process
TU‑FOAM’s sustainability is also reflected in its manufacturing process. All production uses photovoltaic electricity, helping to significantly reduce the CO₂ emissions associated with the final product.
This energy approach makes it possible to:
- reduce the climate impact associated with electricity consumption,
- ensure a more stable and efficient supply,
- reinforce ADINTUS’s commitment to decarbonizing the chemical sector.
As a result, each batch of TU‑FOAM is produced with a considerably lower environmental footprint.
Efficient water management: circularity applied to production
Water is a critical resource for any industrial process. In the manufacturing of TU‑FOAM, advanced reuse strategies have been implemented, keeping fresh water consumption to a minimum.
This approach reduces:
- pressure on water resources,
- associated discharges,
- and the overall impact of the product’s life cycle.
In addition, the fact that the antifoam is water-based adds environmental consistency to the product, further reducing the pollutant load compared to alternatives based on mineral oils or silicones.
Energy efficiency: recovering process heat
Since 2022, ADINTUS has implemented energy-efficiency strategies that allow it to reuse excess heat from the exothermic stages of the TU‑FOAM manufacturing process. This heat is used in phases that require energy input, optimizing overall consumption.
The direct benefits of this strategy include:
- Reduced total electricity consumption.
- Minimized thermal losses.
- Greater process stability.
- Further reduction of the environmental footprint associated with production.
This type of energy integration is a clear example of the circular economy applied to the industrial sector.
Responsible packaging: reducing reliance on virgin plastic
TU‑FOAM’s sustainability is also reflected in its packaging. The containers used have a high recycled-plastic content, reducing demand for virgin materials and lowering waste generation.
This approach is aligned with global strategies for:
- Waste minimization,
- Materials circularity,
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
The commitment is not only in the product, but also in how it is delivered to the customer.
Social responsibility: sustainability beyond the environment
ADINTUS’s sustainable model is not limited to environmental issues. The company promotes a workplace based on equality, inclusion, and respect, integrating social policies as part of its overall sustainability strategy.
This holistic approach adds value for customers, strengthening the image of a supplier committed across the entire value chain—not only in product formulation.
An antifoam aligned with the industry of the future
TU‑FOAM has been designed from the ground up to meet three key needs in the industrial sector:
- High, stable technical performance in foam control.
- Full compatibility with biological treatment systems, aerobic and anaerobic.
- End-to-end sustainability: from composition to packaging.
The combination of all these elements makes TU‑FOAM a highly competitive, differentiated solution, perfectly aligned with the market’s growing regulatory and environmental requirements.
Conclusion
Sustainability isn’t communicated—it’s proven. TU‑FOAM is the result of ADINTUS’s strategic vision, which includes:
- natural, safe raw materials,
- production processes powered by clean energy,
- maximum efficiency in water and energy use,
- recycled packaging,
- and responsible social policies.
The result is an antifoam that is technically effective, environmentally regenerative, and socially responsible. Its full life cycle makes it a solution aligned with the SDGs and with the industry’s present and future needs.
