Introducing RE/8™ bio-circular architectural mesh by Kaynemaile
Our Dream
When we re-invented chainmail in 2007 using polycarbonate we always believed we could create a product that embodied the idea of material reuse. It took a while for technology to catch up with our dream. And now, finally, the transition begins.
RE/8 architectural mesh is comprised of an industry first cradle-to-gate carbon neutral polycarbonate by Covestro, a leading global producer of advanced polymers.
Introducing RE/8™ bio-circular architectural mesh by Kaynemaile
ISCC PLUS certified sustainable share of up to 88% of manufactured product*
- Reduction in the carbon footprint of the base polymer material by up to 80%
- Features high performance Makrolon® RE polycarbonate from Covestro
- 100% chemically identical to incumbent fossil equivalent
- A true drop-in solution with no process interruption
- LEED-enabled, circular economy, supports GHG reduction targets
- Pioneering nil-waste liquid-state manufacturing process
- 70% reduction in solar gain on exterior installations
*calculated using ISCC PLUS v3.4
The significant advance in sustainable performance is attributed to the Makrolon<sup>®</sup> RE product from Covestro, a leading global producer of advanced polymers. Makrolon<sup>®</sup> has been a consistent material solution for Kaynemaile for 20 years. Scientific advances by Covestro and its suppliers have enabled the release of a high-performance polycarbonate consisting principally of bio waste and residues which is 100% chemically identical to its incumbent fossil equivalent. RE/8 retains the same performance concerning physical, mechanical, thermal, optical, fire retardant, and weathering properties as traditional polycarbonates. The net result is a circular economy building material with a true drop-in solution with no process interruption or performance change.
Circular Economy Milestone
"RE/8 is a major milestone in Kaynemaile's 20-year commitment to circular economy practices," says Kayne Horsham. "From the start we have sought a high-performance sustainable feed-stock material solution that exceeds building compliance standards yet has a light environmental footprint. Covestro's bio-circular attributed polycarbonate portfolio is now able to deliver on this ambition."
"Makrolon<sup>®</sup> RE polycarbonate from Covestro offers designers a sustainable material solution, while still maintaining the key benefits of traditional polycarbonate," says Joel Matsco, Senior Marketing Manager, Covestro. "The polycarbonate material enables an unencumbered design experience and provides a second life to upstream waste and residues. We look forward to seeing RE/8 from Kaynemaile on buildings and in spaces around the world."
With Kaynemaile's origins in the The Lord of the Rings film trilogy some 20 years ago, the company has evolved into an international business built on its innovative nil-waste liquid-state manufacturing process coupled with a compelling design aesthetic and a team focused on providing bespoke design solutions at scale.
We are excited to offer architects, designers, and constructors architectural mesh made from a single sustainable circular material that is not only beautiful and functional, but also has the best possible environmental credentials in its sector.