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Weather-related and flood damage losses are well over $50 billion annually.

And cost insurance companies more than $16 billion per year.

What if….water was no longer the enemy?

What if … there is something that not only stands up to water but beats it?

What would you pay for that?

Discover how we can conquer water.

Damages Homes

It can warp floors and worse -- ruin electrical systems, corrode plumbing, destroy ceilings and walls, cause mold growth, and weaken structural integrity.

Much Worse For Recycling

Wet cardboard creates many problems. It’s harder to sort and wets other recyclables, making for messy pickup and handling. Even when dry, the cardboard fibers become brittle and crumbly, making it much less valuable.

Fire - Another Public Adversary

It can take just 30 seconds for a small flame to turn into a major blaze. There’s a yearly average of 358,300 home-based fires, causing an estimated at $15.9 billion in property damage.

WATER >>> PUBLIC ENEMY #1

Water Destroys

Paper loses strength when wet. Books suffer damage due to swelling. Mold begins to grow when objects left damp for 72 hours.

Other Challenges to Address

Biodegradability

We require products that naturally break down and are not toxic to our environment.

Repulpability

Materials should break down after repeat use. For example, converting paper back to pulp to be used again.

Resistance to Insects

Over time, we must ensure effectiveness and control over pest populations such as termites.

Strength-to-weight ratio

We need materials that are as light as paper yet as strong as steel.

Thermal Insulation

Cups that can easily keep hot items hot and cold items cold with no condensation or “sweating.”

POLYMER FIBERS ARE NO LONGER THE BEST ANSWER

Using chemicals and plastics when manufacturing paper or construction materials has limitations – the chemicals involved to treat products are toxic. And these products are not sustainable or recyclable. And natural fibers, though more desirable from a sustainability aspect, don’t hold up well.

It's time for products that meet the 4 R's: Reusable, Recyclable, Reducible, and Remarkable

Reducible

Using less material to conserve natural resources.

Recyclable

If unable to be put back into circulation, products can be broken down easily, cost-effectively, and efficiently recreated to be used again.

Reusable

With nominal effort, products can be put back into circulation with minimal treatment or maintenance.

Remarkable

It’s Time for Remarkable
We need a broader class of materials that simultaneously solves a many challenges, including water/insect resistance and repellence, fire suppression, unprecedented power-to-weight ratio, repulpability, biodegradability, and viable thermal insulation.

We're Starting with 4R Products in These Industries

In Pulp/Paper Manufacturing

Create cost-effective paper products made with:

- Natural fibers that is water and mildew resistant.

- With chemicals that are safe for humans and the environment.

- No harmful chemical by-products.

Create treated paper products that:

- Are completely recyclable.

- Remain breathable.

- Work with your existing process with little or no modifications.

- Can include fire protection.

Construction Materials

Create cost-effective building products made with:

- Natural fibers and can be made fire/water/mildew resistant.

- Chemicals that are safe for humans and the environment.

- No harmful chemical by-products.

Create products that:

- Are 25% lighter than current materials yet remain strong and durable.

- Are completely recyclable.

- Remain breathable.

- Work with your existing manufacturing processes with little or no modifications.

About Us

Our Mission:

BEST is implementing innovative chemistry to makes products manufactured from organic fibers more sustainable, more reusable, and more recyclable. This proprietary chemistry can make a wide range of products—from paper production to construction materials—water- and swell-resistant.

Our Vision:

Wherever organic fibers are used in manufacturing, BEST wants to integrate its innovative chemistry to make products better—for the environment and for the world.

Our Purpose:

A Better, Sustainable Future Through Chemistry + Organic Fibers

People Behind Us

Meet our Expert Team

Learn more about the BEST senior leadership team of innovators.

Richard S. Lacour

Co-founder & Chairman of the Board

Mark A. Parrish

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer

Robert Morton

Chief Science Officer

Fred Lowder

Chief Commercial Officer

Russell Moffett

Sales Manager

Our Value

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