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Mondi Debuts Biodegradable Packaging Solutions at Interpack

(News | New Products)

March 30, 2008, ... unique portfolio of innovative biodegradable packaging solutions under the brand name Sustainex. Mondi has made a public commitment to integrating sustainable development into its business model. This ...

Biodegradable Plastics in Packaging Applications

(Archive)

June 04, 2006, Bioplastic packaging materials offer some exciting possibilities, but do they make commercial sense? How far advanced is the technology and how are they performing in the real world? Found out at the Biodegradable ...

Biodegradable Polymers Report

(Archive)

May 27, 2006, Biodegradable polymers have experienced strong growth over the last three years and will make further progress into markets traditionally dominated by conventional thermoplastics, according to the "Biodegradable ...

Biodegradable Films Today

(Flexpack)

April 29, 2005, ... stream. Plastic films that are biodegradable offer a practical alternative. Such biodegradable films must continue to offer the benefits of the plastic films they replace in properties such as strength, ...

The Buzz in Biodegradable Resins: Certification

(Magazine)

February 28, 2003, ... in the area of biodegradable resins. However, many converters shy away from applications using these resins, fearing high cost and the need for major equipment upgrades. Realistically, some of these ...

Charter Next Generation Showcases Advanced Materials at Pack Expo 2024, Driving Sustainability and Operational Excellence

(News | New Products)

October 29, 2024, ... Biomaterial Another standout feature at Pack Expo will be CNG’s integration of  technology, which transforms seaweed into a biodegradable and compostable polymer. This innovative approach leverages seaweed’s ...

PPC Announces Winners of 2024 North American Paperboard Packaging Competition

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, ... some of the world’s largest CPGs meet their environmental commitments. To advance the lofty goal of using 100% recyclable, compostable, biodegradable, or reusable packaging by 2025, PepsiCo tasked Smurfit ...

UFlex Founder, Chairman and Managing Director Recognized as “Business Leader of the Decade” at 21st Indo-US Economic Summit

(News | New Products)

September 24, 2024, ... highlighting the need for adequate recycling infrastructure supported by a stronger waste collection ecosystem, biodegradable polymers and innovative flexible packaging materials. He stated, "The flexible ...

Consider Wool an Eco-Friendly Industrial Material

(Web Handling)

July 28, 2024, ... sustainability, wool emerges as a champion. Wool is a renewable resource which is biodegradable and recyclable. Sheep contribute to land conservation and carbon sequestration, further enhancing wool's eco-credentials. ...

NIRI Strengthens Fiber, Filament, Fabric Extrusion Capabilities with Appointment of Dr. Javier Vera Sorroche

(Coating/Laminating)

July 11, 2024, ... Javier’s expertise aligns with NIRI’s focus on improving extrusion capabilities to meet future customer requirements, including process development of new biopolymers and biodegradable polymers; development ...

OXO Packaging is Focusing on Improvements in Sustainable Food Packaging With Kraft

(News | New Products)

June 27, 2024, ... packaging which represents the power of kraft. Food packaging materials like biodegradable or edible packaging which have minimal environmental impact become a major global concern nowadays. Kraft material ...

Update on Paperboard Packaging Sustainability Trends

(Bag Pouch)

June 26, 2024, ... numerous design capabilities and, of course, the biodegradable nature that brands and consumers are looking for today. This article will cover trends in sustainable paperboard packaging design, recyclability ...

CJ Biomaterials Expands PHA Offering, Introduces New Semi-Crystalline PHA Biopolymer at NPE 2024

(News | New Products)

May 07, 2024, New PHACT™ S1000P (scPHA) is a biodegradable resin certified for industrial and home composting New PHACT™ S1000P (scPHA) is a biodegradable resin certified for industrial and home composting PHACT ...

A New Era in Sustainable Packaging

(News | New Products)

March 26, 2024, ...  When it comes to achieving compostability, it is important to look at ASTM D6400 guidelines for commercially compostable film. One requirement they must meet is to keep non-biodegradable material below ...

Pressure on Paper Packaging Converters

(Flexpack)

March 24, 2024, ... and labels as a sustainable option because they are recyclable or biodegradable, they use a lot of energy and water to produce. Consumers, brand owners and packaging converters are prioritizing the need ...

Addressing Bio-film/Compostables and Plastic Film Processing Challenges

(Bag Pouch)

March 17, 2024, ... materials. Bio-based materials are being developed, as we all know, to be biodegradable and/or are compostable when they reach the end of their life cycle. But it is far from a straightforward process; ...

Small Pet Select Transforms Packaging with Digital Printing

(News | New Products)

February 15, 2024, ... best product and the best climate for growing our Timothy Hay. Our hay is fresh.  It smells good. It's green. And it's also packaged in a 100% biodegradable breathable box which is recyclable and good for ...

Pulp & Beyond 2024 Conference Program Released

(News | New Products)

December 14, 2023, ... the differences between wood fibers versus recycled plastic, the case TreeToTextile on new biodegradable fibers with responsible resource stewardship, and projects for developing new textile products with ...

Toray Plastics (America), Inc., Receives International Sustainability and Carbon Certification

(News | New Products)

October 22, 2023, ... compostable, biodegradable, and recyclable materials. The company’s sustainability initiative, launched in 2004, includes operating two solar farms and two cogeneration systems, energy and water conservation, ...

Emerging Trends Steering Label Making Towards Sustainability

(News | New Products)

September 24, 2023, ... for reuse as various plastic items. Zero waste release liners are also gaining attention in the industry. These alternatives are made of biodegradable and compostable materials, like plant fiber, and ...