"Plastic microparticles" refer to solid plastic particles with a particle size range of less than 5mm, used for human exfoliation or cleaning purposes. They are commonly used in cosmetics and personal cleaning products to achieve exfoliation and cleaning effects. However, their usage may harm marine ecosystems, eventually entering the food chain and affecting the health of humans, including those in China.
Understanding the Harm of Microplastics to the Environment in 2 Minutes
The latest sequel to the well-known animation “The Story of Stuff,” led by American environmentalist Annie Leonard—“The Story of Microbeads,” explores the journey of plastic beads from everyday products into the food chain. (The Story of Microbeads from The Story of Stuff Project on Vimeo.)
In addition to general household and personal cleaning products, motorcycle shops and factories in Taiwan often use "Black Hand Powder" to clean oil and grease from workers' hands. Similar to the soft beads in facial cleansers, Black Hand Powder uses small solid particles that physically remove dirt and oil from the skin. However, these particles are too small to be filtered out by general factory or water treatment systems, causing them to be discharged into rivers, oceans, and even household water systems, leading to serious environmental impacts.
LORRIC, which is constantly focused on more environmentally friendly product development and production, discovered that its high-quality industrial fan and cone nozzles can replace Black Hand Powder, scrubs, and facial cleansers. The nozzles spray uniform liquid particles at high impact, penetrating the oil film on the skin. When used with soap, it easily removes oily stains from hands.
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Environmental protection is a key consideration in LORRIC's work and life. The company constantly reflects on product development and manufacturing—beyond profit, considering whether it can contribute to environmental protection. While LORRIC nozzle products are primarily used in Taiwan's electronics, semiconductors, and coatings industries, the company’s dedication to the design and processing quality of industrial nozzles allows for the extreme application of spraying technology. LORRIC hopes that this technology can be applied across all industries, contributing to a cleaner and more elegant marine environment around Taiwan.