Brazilian, Japanese Firms Establish Partnership

Vulcan is set to announce a partnership with Okamoto to manufacture recyclable plastics for the automotive industry.

According to Vulcan, a Brazilian manufacturer of plastic films and laminates, auto manufacturers has been requesting recyclable plastic to manufacture panels, mirror casings and seat frames.

The move will be the Japanese firm Okamoto’s initial entry into the Brazilian market.

The two companies expect to see the product be starting in 2005.