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Transforming Plastic to Save Our Planet

Transforming plastic waste into a 100% recycled building material alternative.

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Transforming Plastic to Save Our Planet

Transforming Plastic to Save Our Planet

Transforming Plastic to Save Our Planet

Transforming Plastic to Save Our Planet

Transforming Plastic to Save Our Planet

Transforming plastic waste into a 100% recycled building material alternative.

Transforming plastic waste into a 100% recycled building material alternative.

Transforming plastic waste into a 100% recycled building material alternative.

Transforming plastic waste into a 100% recycled building material alternative.

ByFusion PBC
ByFusion PBC
ByFusion PBC
ByFusion PBC
1 Campaign |
Brooklyn, United States
$30,757 USD 423 backers
12% of $250,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

THE GLOBAL PLASTIC CRISIS

Plastic waste has become one of the most pressing environmental challenges of the 21st Century.  Globally, we produce over 300 million tons of plastic every year and recycle only 8%.  This amount is expected to double within the next 10 years

In the US alone, roughly 28 million tons of plastic is sent to landfills every year at the staggering cost of over $1.5 billion dollars annually.

HOW MUCH IS 28 MILLION TONS?

Imagine using all of the plastic waste we see polluting our oceans, parks, roadways, and neighborhoods to rebuild our communities without long processing times, labor-intensive overhead, or toxic output. 

At ByFusion, we envision a future where communities can put their plastic waste to work immediately – building infrastructure, housing, and municipal projects.  And now, we can.  

WHAT IS BYFUSION?

ByFusion is a 100% modular technology platform that converts all types of waste plastic into an alternative building material called RePlast.  Our eco-friendly process is a low emission and non-toxic way to “upcycle” plastic waste from our communities, coastlines, and landfills into a readily-usable new product.

ByFusion has been designed as a key component in promoting community-based circular economies – fully supporting the ability to convert plastic waste generated within a city into a building material that can be used locally for construction, infrastructure, and development projects.  

ByFusion is capable of processing plastic collected from our oceans and coastlines and diverting millions of tons of plastic from landfills, saving taxpayers and municipal governments billions of dollars in costs, and creating jobs through local and regional business development.

THE BYFUSION PROCESS

Most people are not aware there are actually 7 types of plastics. However, due to high processing costs, toxicity, safety concerns and potential contamination, only 3 types (1-3) are commonly processed.  However, even the commonly processed plastic must first be sorted and cleaned and often must be sent to processing centers far from its point of entry into the waste stream.

ByFusion has addressed this challenge by designing a system that can process ALL types of plastic waste, individually or mixed and clean or contaminated.  Since our platform is modular, it can be easily transported to where it’s needed the most, and can be used as a temporary or permanent addition to local waste management processing.  

REPLAST BLOCKS – A 100% RECYCLED NEW BUILDING MATERIAL

We have configured our pilot ByFusion technology to produce blocks with the size and dimensions of common concrete blocks that are designed to suit a wide variety of infrastructure, development, and construction projects.

Characteristics of RePlast Block

  • 95% lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GhG) during production than concrete
  • Better thermal and sound insultating capabilities than concrete block
  • Can contribute to USGBC LEED certification
  • Flexible manufacturing process - capable of producing different sizes, shapes, and colors
  • Requires no glues or adhesives for use

RePlast is an inexpensive, fit-for-purpose material that can be put to use fast using materials that are literally being thrown away every day in every community on the planet.

RePlast can be used for a wide variety of municipal projects including highway sound barriers, environmental retaining walls, thermal insulation for industrial and residential construction, and crash barriers.  We are continually exploring new ways to use our products.

OUR STORY 
Our team came together because our world is drowning in plastic waste and we were (and still are!) passionately committed to finding a solution.

We kept hearing about organizations and volunteers investing thousands of hours to clean up the plastic on our beaches, parks, waterways and communities but started asking ourselves, "Where does it go?" 

Sure, some of it gets recycled but most of it ends right back into our broken waste management systems and potentially back into the ocean.

We wanted to find a solution that

  1. Is easy to deploy and can be sent directly to plastic pollution hotspots
  2. Put all of the plastic waste to work – permanently
  3. Is cost effective to build and scale
  4. Produced a cost effective product that could be used by anyone
  5. Maximized the efforts of those organizations and volunteers who are passionate about cleaning up our planet
  6. Created jobs

And so, ByFusion was born.

PUTTING BYFUSION INTO ACTION

                                                       

We are partnering with innovative non-profits including our good friends at Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii to bring our technology directly to one of the most important and heavily impacted areas on the planet.

The first SCH-ByFusion joint project will focus on the plastic accumulating across all of the Hawaiian Islands, including the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, a protected area that is littered with tens of thousands of tons of plastic waste. 

This is an incredibly important area both for Hawaiians and for the world, with extensive coral reefs that are home to over 7,000 marine species, one quarter of which are found only in the Hawaiian Archipelago.

The area is one of the planet’s great biodiversity hotspots, and is one of the largest marine conservation areas in the world. It encompasses 139,797 square miles of the Pacific Ocean which also puts it directly in the path of millions of tons of floating plastic waste.  This plastic, including an ever-increasing amount of derelict fishing nets, is damaging the pristine coral reefs as well as directly impacting the health of the endangered Hawaiian monk seal population. 

WE ARE 100% COMMITTED TO HELPING OUR PLANET - ARE YOU? 

GET ENGAGED!

We have the technology and there is endless plastic waste abound but, we need your help!  

Our team is committed to making the ByFusion machine available to the masses and building strong alliances to close the loop on plastic clean up initiatives and put our waste to work.

Your donations will enable us to do the following:

  1. Put our technology directly to work on our first project with Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii,
  2. Complete the required US testing to list RePlast as an approved US building material, 
  3. Upgrade our current pilot machine to increase the amount of plastic we can process (we are estimating a 44% increase from 7,000 blocks per day to 10,000!), 
  4. Expand our manufacturing capabilities to produce more ByFusion machines.

Your donations gives you the opportunity to truly make a difference. Join our extended team in helping to bring awareness about this crisis, serve as a community liaison or as part of our advisory network to help us find communities and projects that desperately need a way to handle plastic pollution, and more!

Together, we CAN save the planet!

FAQs

How is the ByFusion machine powered?

The ByFusion machine can be configured to run on propane gas or electricity. Propane gas is ideal in supporting its mobility especially in times of natural disasters. We are currently in talks with the innovative, emerging solar companies to create a solar powered ByFusion machine.

When will the ByFusion machine be available in the US?

Thanks to you, we are targeting May 2, 2017. We'll keep you posted every step of the journey!

Has ByFusion been recognized for its capabilities?

YES! We were so happy to be awarded the Northeast CleanTech Open ACRE Award for Sustainability in October 2015.

                                                

What can RePlast block be used for today?

Currently, RePlast blocks are structured as a fit-for-purpose material. This means we are able to control the density and weight of the current block material. In the US, they are perfect for walling applications, non-inhabited structures (park facilities, warehouses, rest areas, roadways projects, additional layers to enhance insulating properties and acoustics to name a few.

Outside of the US, RePlast can be to build single-story, single family homes and other inhabited spaces up.

What does fit-for-purpose mean?

For RePlast, fit-for-purpose means that it meets the required standard for the job it is intended to perform. Since RePlast is customizable in shape, density and weight, it can perform many different jobs or serve many different purposes.

Are the RePlast blocks fire resistant?

Currently, and without additional additives, RePlast holds similar fire rating to that of Trex lumber. Fire retardants, can be used during the manufacturing process to enhance its resistance. Additional testing is required. 

How heavy are the RePlast blocks?

We are able to control the weight/density of RePlast.  We can make them anywhere from 8 - 27 lbs/3.5 - 12 Kg. 

This RePlast blocks you see in the pictures above are 22 lbs/10 kg.

Do you need special tools to install RePlast?

No. RePlast is currently configured to stack like a Lego! No glues, mortars or adhesives are required either. Check out our video to see how RePlast works.

How long as ByFusion been around?

The current pilot machine came to life in 2012 and our next generation designs and more R&D have been underway ever since.  ByFusion PBC opened its doors in July 2015.

Can you drill into RePlast?

Yes! You bet.

PERKS

1) ByFusion Apparel

T-shirts available in men and women sizes. Please specify. Hoodies are unisex. Baseball caps are adult one size fits all.

All ByFusion apparel and products are, of course, eco-friendly and some, if not all, contain recycled materials.

2) 3" x 3" RePlast Block

This is an example of size only. Color will vary.
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Committed to the Cause

$100 USD
Everything above PLUS your name will be carved in to the entrance of our office so we can honor you and your commitment to helping the planet.
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August 2016
51 out of 1000 of claimed
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I care about the planet!

$25 USD
Thanks for joining the cause and spreading the love! We’ll add you to the list of donors on our site to mark your early adopter status and give you social shout out! You will also be automatically enrolled in our ByFusion Community and we'll keep you up to date with our progress, upcoming events, ways to stay engaged and more!
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Environmentalist

$50 USD
Everything in "I care about the planet!" plus a ByFusion Logo hat. Low Profile. 6 panel with self fabric velcro closure. Made of 50% post consumer P.E.T. recycled clear plastic.
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August 2016
46 claimed
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Amped for the Planet!

$250 USD
Everything above PLUS an official ByFusion Tee and Hoodie ByFusion Tee Side seemed, Double needle taped neck and shoulders, Eco-friendly Enzyme wash for softness. Fabric Content: 65% recycled polyester 35% recycled cotton Color: Gray or Black ByFusion Hoodie Unisex 4.4 oz., 50/38/12 poly/cotton/rayon (6.25% recycled poly, 6.25% organic cotton). Full-zip, regular fit. Free hood (no ties) with a pouch pocket. Low impact fabric dyed and washed. Color: Gray or Black
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August 2016
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Eco-Warrior

$500 USD
Everything above PLUS you get a 3"x3" piece of RePlast for your desk and 25% off any purchase of ByFusion gear or RePlast blocks for a FULL YEAR! *Installation instructions will be provided and phone/Skype support is available. **Shipping is calculated based on size and weight and will be added to the bill at the time of delivery.
Estimated Shipping
June 2017
3 out of 250 of claimed
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Level One Activitist

$1,000 USD
Official ByFusion apparel (hat, tee and hoodie) 3"x3" RePlast block for your desk $50 donation made on your behalf to an alliance partner Picture of YOUR name etched in steel on an actual ByFusion machine! OR 30% off any purchase of ByFusion gear or RePlast blocks for a FULL YEAR*! *Installation instructions will be provided and phone/Skype support is available. Shipping is calculated based on size and weight and will be added to the bill at the time of delivery.
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June 2017
1 out of 100 of claimed
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Level Two Activist

$5,000 USD
Official ByFusion apparel (hat, tee and hoodie) 3"x3" RePlast block for your desk $50 donation made on your behalf to an alliance partner Picture of YOUR name etched in steel on an actual ByFusion machine! AND 25% off any purchase of ByFusion gear or RePlast blocks for a FULL YEAR*! *Installation instructions will be provided and phone/Skype support is available. Shipping is calculated based on size and weight and will be added to the bill at the time of delivery.
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June 2017
0 out of 40 of claimed
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Level Three Activist

$10,000 USD
Same as Level Two Activist PLUS invitation to participate on the ByFusion Community Advocacy Board for ONE YEAR. Be a part of the team and help us clean up your communities and create jobs. This is a volunteer seat that will allow you the opportunity to really make a difference, work with ByFusion team, alliance partners, see behind the scenes and be a part of our documentary*! *Some travel and expenses may be reimbursable based on the activities/events that occur throughout the year.
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June 2017
0 out of 10 of claimed
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Level Four Activist

$15,000 USD
Same as Level Three PLUS get a ByFusion Machine named after you! You will receive quarterly updates on how your machine is performing, where it is deployed, who is working on it, where the RePlast is going and projects it been involved in. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create a legacy! Be a part of history. Help save the planet.
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October 2017
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Extreme Activist

$50,000 USD
Everything in Level Four PLUS a 2 night, 3 day trip to a ByFusion facility to see your machine in action. Meet the engineers and executive management team for behind the scenes on upcoming projects, new alliances, the inside scoop and more! Accommodations, lunch and dinner, car service to and from the airport and transportation (air/car) allowance will be provided for you and a guest. **Time frame will be dependent on production schedule. We want you to be there when your machine is born!
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October 2017
0 out of 5 of claimed
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