Paper and Packaging Presentation
Benefits of working with Sasol
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Sasol is a global company
Our values
The Sasol Wax Difference
Safety and Quality
Formulating expertise
Current product offerings
The Sasol Wax Group
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Wholly owned by Sasol Ltd, South Africa (NYSE: SSL)
Wax Group Head office in Hamburg, Germany
Main wax production:
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Marketing offices:
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Hamburg, Germany
Sasolburg, South Africa
Richmond, CA
Europe
North America
Malaysia
Australia
1300 employees
Petroleum based paraffin wax
Synthetic paraffin wax
Blends, emulsions
The Sasol Values apply to all Sasol companies
Focus on Customers
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We listen to our customers, and meet their requirements with our best products,
service and support systems
Winning with People
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We respect and encourage the contributions of our colleagues
We reward excellent performance
Safety
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We work towards world class safety standards to eliminate injuries
Excellence in all we do
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We pursue world-class business operating standards and superior performance
within a framework of sound governance and internationally accepted health and
environmental standards and practices
Continuous Improvement
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We strive to improve our performance
Integrity
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We deal with each other, our customers and other stakeholders fairly, openly and
honestly
The Sasol Wax Difference
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World Class Products - Many with unique advantages
Global supply
Relentless innovation and improvement of everything
Technological expertise
Extensive experience in many industries and markets
Deep understanding of customer needs
Customised solutions
Win-win value in long-term relationships
Reliable supply
Highly responsive, flexible, and agile
Sasol Wax North America Corp.
• SWNA is an importer and blender of waxes, manufacturer of wax
emulsions.
• SWNA is the North American source of Sasol’s range of FischerTropsch synthetic hard waxes.
• 120 Employees
• Plant and Laboratory at Richmond, CA
• Bulk tanks at Richmond, CA
• Head office and Customer Service at Hayward, CA
• 2 warehouses
• Website www.sasolwax.us.com
SWNA Supply Capability
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Long term relationships with reputable suppliers, supply agreements
Strong inventory of raw materials and finished products at Richmond, CA
Multi-sourcing of equivalent raw materials reduces reliance on each source
Formulating expertise around various raw materials
Delivery of liquid and packaged waxes by railcar, road tanker or truck,
throughout North America
Capacity for finished products at Richmond, CA is approximately 275
million pounds (125 000 mt) per year.
Raw material Tank capacity in Richmond
• 14 X 140 mt (each tank ~2 railcars)
• 3 X 2500 mt
• 1 X 3400 mt
Blending capability
• 2300 mt per week liquid, 450 mt per week packaged
Richmond Manufacturing Plant
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 Tanker unloading facilities
 First two 20,000-barrel bulk shore tanks
 30,000-barrel tank
 Third 20,000-barrel tank
 Small tank farm, total 20,000 barrels of capacity
 14,000-ft2 warehouse site
 Wax emulsion plant site
 Main production building
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Bulk Liquid Parcels
Up to 5,000 metric tons (Equivalent to 75 tank cars)
Terminal dock site
Advantages of bulk shipments:
 Most cost effective method of delivery
 Most efficient mode of transportation
 More consistent, improved quality
Tanker unloading
Bulk Storage Capacity
30,000 barrel and 20,000 barrel shore tanks
20,000 barrel shore tanks
Inside processing tanks
Plant small tank farm
Terminal small tank farm
Permanent storage includes 4 large-volume shore tanks, two small-tank farms and inside processing tanks
totaling more than 35 million pounds.
Rail Facilities
Bulk rail facilities are capable of loading/unloading up to 14 cars on two tracks. OSHA
approved rail rack offers safe, easy access to cars on both tracks.
Bulk Truck Loading Facilities
Bulk liquid truck loading station is capable of
loading two trucks simultaneously.
Wax emulsion trucks are loaded in a bermed area to
prevent accidental spills from contaminating the
environment.
Safety, Health, Environmental, Responsible Care &
Quality
• SWNA is aligned with parent company Sasol
• Safety Objective is RCR <0.5
• Driver safety training guide
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MSDS for each grade of wax we offer.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practice.
ISO9001 certified since June 2009
QC manager reports to the Technical Director.
Full QC and CoA before each shipment.
QC coverage 24/7.
Participant in ASTM Interlaboratory Crosscheck Program.
SWNA Formulating Expertise
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The Sasol Wax business model is based on providing wax solutions for every
process.
Our staff of R&D personnel and product managers have significant experience
and expertise in all areas of wax application.
In every application, SWNA works with individual customers to ensure that the
final product meets our customers' most stringent requirements.
Using our knowledge of waxes and our customers’ applications, we are able
to utilize waxes from multiple sources while maintaining consistent product
performance.
In order to ensure cost effective, continuous supply of raw materials for our
products, SWNA sources waxes from all over the world, as well as from domestic
suppliers.
SWNA will not change the specifications or the basic ingredients of our
formulations without first obtaining your written approval.
Technical Support
Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Specialized Software
FT-IR
Viscosity Analyzer
Gas Chromatograph
Saybolt Color Analyzer
Penetrometer
SWNA Main Product Offerings
• Synthetic waxes (Fischer-Tropsch wax)
• Packaging Waxes
• Corrugated
• Saturating Wax, Impregnating Wax, Curtain Coating Wax
• Flexible Packaging Grades
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PVC lubricants
Rubber waxes
Specialty Candle waxes
Emulsions
Specialty blends
Products for Paper and Packaging
• Flexible Packaging Blends
• Corrugated Blends
• Saturating Waxes
• Curtain Coating Waxes
• Impregnating Waxes
• Development: Water based coatings
Wax in Paper and Packaging
• Water repellent
• Sealing
• Increased wet strength
• Barrier function
Refined Wax Grades for Flexible Packaging
Sasolwax R4233
Sasolwax R4240
Sasolwax R4250
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Congealing Point
[°F]
125 - 135
136 - 140
147 - 151
Cheese wrap
Butcher wrap
Florist paper
Cereal liner
Dairy products
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Oil Content
[%]
0 - 0.5
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0 - 0.5
Bread wrap
Fruit wrap
Hamburger wrap
Candy and gum wrap
Soap wrap
Pen at 77°F
[1/10 mm]
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Viscosity
[mm²/s at 77°F]
3 - 4
3 - 5
5 - 6
Formulations for Improved Moisture and Grease
Resistance
Sasolwax B7215
Sasolwax B7277
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Cheese wrap
Butcher wrap
Florist paper
Dairy products
Decor papers
Congealing Point
[°F]
150 - 153
162 - 174
Penetration
[1/10 mm]
10 - 14 at 77°F
10 at 110 °F
Viscosity
[mm²/s ]
22 - 30 at 210 °F
9 - 13 at 235 °F
Gloss and Sealing Waxes
Sasolwax 5883
Sasolwax 1276
Congealing Point
[°F]
147 - 150
150 - 158
• Bread wrap
• Disposable plates
• Packaging for
frozen food
• Soap wrappers
Pen at 77°F
[1/10 mm]
12 - 15
8 - 13
Viscosity
[mm²/s at 212 °F]
53 - 63
880 - 920
Laminating Waxes
Sasolwax M2558
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Congealing Point
[°F]
158
Packaging biscuits
Corn flakes
Milk
Butter
Frozen food
Ice cream
Gum wrap
Pen at 77°F
[1/10 mm]
35
Viscosity
[mm²/s at 100°C]
20
Curtain Coating Waxes
Congealing Point [°F]
Sasolwax B7015
Sasolwax B7045
Sasolwax B7265
Sasolwax B7275
• Meat
• Poultry
• Vegetables
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Pen at 77°F
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Viscosity
[cP at 250°F]
360
600
210
83 at
210°F
Water Based Coatings Development
Emulsification and formulation of coatings
• Years of experience in waxes, emulsification of waxes and
application testing
• Easy access to and understanding of wide range of waxes
• Statistical design formulating
Barrier coating development areas:
• Water resistance
• Water vapor transmission rate
• Oil and grease proof
• Specific slip angle requirements
• Cold set glue-ability
• Double coatings
Global Wax Supply Trends (FT and Petroleum-based)
Wax Supply and Demand
('000 Tons)
The global tendency of wax
producers to exit the market
is expected to continue
(Base oil driven)
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Shortfall
Existing GTL
Asia
Latin America
Rest of the World
Western Europe
North America
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North American Paraffin Wax Production
U.S. Paraffin Wax Production
1996 - 2005
2,500
Millions of Pounds
2,250
10-Year Trend
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Visit our Plant and Office
We cordially invite you to:
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Visit our Plant in Richmond, CA
See our safe, clean operations
Observe our storage capacity
Test our logistics capability
Get to know our Customer Service colleagues
And meet the great people who make your wax
Map To Office and Plant Locations
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Richmond Plant
Use Harbour Way South exit
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Hayward Office
Use Winton Ave exit
Wax Products in Paper and Packaging
• HydroWax for sizing
• Sasolwax for flexible packaging
• Sasolwax for cardboard and
technical paper
Thank you for your attention