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Go with the Float: CCL announces extended range of floatable polyolefin shrink sleeves that support PET recycling

(Label/Tape)

July 30, 2024, ... is now also available. This downgauged sleeve material is ideal for many bottle and container shapes and comes with the benefits of efficient material usage and a lower carbon footprint. EcoFloat WHITE ...

Update on Paperboard Packaging Sustainability Trends

(Bag Pouch)

June 26, 2024, ... a minimum 20 percent lower carbon footprint compared to previous packaging while preventing over 6,000 tons of plastic waste annually! Paper & Paperboard Packaging Recycling One of the paper packaging ...

Sustainability: A Journey Through Coating and Lamination Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

June 19, 2024, ... industry has had positive impacts on nature, developing technologies to reduce energy use in the packaging cycle, the overall carbon footprint and waste of food products (the largest contributor to solid ...

Beontag Publishes 2023 ESG Report Reinforcing Role as Sustainability Enabler

(News | New Products)

June 17, 2024, ... shows a 35% reduction in carbon footprint, 33% reduction in water consumption throughout the label’s entire life cycle, as well as a 38% reduction in post-consumer waste. Practical product innovations ...

Demand Increasing for PCR Plastics: How Recycled PE supports Sustainable Packaging Solutions

(Flexpack)

June 13, 2024, ... adjustments with the rPE manufacturer that are needed to incorporate recycled materials are worth the time and effort. Recycled resins help companies reach decarbonization goals by reducing energy consumption ...

Drupa Cube to Feature More than 50 Sessions Global Economist Opens High-profile Program

(News | New Products)

May 12, 2024, ... Marketing & Communication Manager Flexible Packaging at Bobst; and, Kellie Northwood, CEO of Australian Visual Media Association.  Circular economy and sustainability: From carbon footprint to environmental ...

Creating a Circular Packaging Value Chain: How collaboration with suppliers helps converters meet brand owner demands

(News | New Products)

April 28, 2024, ... flexible packaging formats like bags and pouches are under intense scrutiny due to their historically low recycling rates. However, their material efficiency and low carbon footprint compared to other ...

Web Guide 101

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

April 24, 2024, ... and minimizing waste, web guides pave the way for increased profitability and reducing your carbon footprint. Two important goals for any manufacturer in our world today. About the Author Jason Vanderpoel ...

Innovation in Extrusion Barriers Can Reduce Brand Owners’ Dependence on Plastic

(Coating/Laminating)

April 17, 2024, ... size convenience. However, those functional benefits and affordability are overshadowed by the negative sustainability impacts of plastic packaging, which have a larger carbon footprint and far lower ...

Metsä Group starts pre-engineering project for Muoto™ wood fiber packaging products

(News | New Products)

April 09, 2024, ... low-carbon footprint products would be ready to be shipped to end customers as such. In addition to being easy to mould into different shapes, Muoto is lightweight, strong, and recyclable. The first usage ...

Recyclability & Circularity Consumers Support Sustainable Brand Packaging

(Print)

April 08, 2024, ... and speed than ever before, but with reduced impact on the natural world. The push comes from consumers, who are demanding brands play their part in a low-carbon world, legislation that puts sustainability ...

Clariant to Showcase Sustainably-evolved Coatings at American Coatings Show 2024

(News | New Products)

March 04, 2024, ... Gold-level Material Health and "OK compost INDUSTRIAL" certificates and has a renewable carbon index (RCI) of at least 98%. Clariant has world-leading expertise in providing solutions for the paint ...

Reducing Waste in the Production Line

(Surface Prep)

February 11, 2024, ... line, to ultimately avoid increasing carbon footprints and damaging reputation. It is also important to remember that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, you must seek a tailor-made solution, ...

Impressive lineup for drupa cube

(Upcoming Conference News)

February 01, 2024, ... Entertain and Educate.” Why print is more important than ever in the digital age? Why don’t consumers always see print products as sustainable? And how can you calculate your carbon footprint? These ...

At Paris Packaging Week, TekniPlex Consumer Products to Showcase More Sustainable Aerosol Gaskets, Dip Tubes, Liners and Other Solutions

(News | New Products)

December 11, 2023, ... cosmetics to pharmaceuticals and nutrition. TekniPlex Consumer Products also offers a range of lightweight liners whose reduced density minimizes materials use and overall carbon footprint. Finally, ...

EkoCure® Dual Cure ink puts Flint Group and All4Labels on shared path to success

(News | New Products)

November 27, 2023, ... is part of a broader strategy to reduce its CO2 output by 2,000 tons per year by switching to LED curing. The business aims to be entirely carbon neutral for scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025. Mr. Müller ...

Beontag Release Linerless VIP Labels LCA, EPD Results, Marking Important Step for ESG

(Label/Tape RFID)

November 26, 2023, Linerless VIP label achieves 35 percent reduction in carbon footprint throughout the label’s entire life cycle compared to a product with the liner of the same application. Photo courtesy of Beontag Linerless ...

Holography Conference Addresses Critical Industry Issues

(News | New Products)

November 14, 2023, ... carbon footprint as part of their corporate responsibility strategies.” IHMA members can participate in the Holography Conference free of charge, as can representatives from government authorities and ...

3DXB Group: Pioneering Sustainability in the Construction Industry Through Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Solutions

(News | New Products)

October 22, 2023, ... the company has implemented a range of practices to minimize its carbon footprint and contribute to a greener future. At 3DXB, the company starts from the very beginning of the 3D printing process. It ...

New Self-adhesive Label Material with a High Content of Recycled PE

(News | New Products)

October 16, 2023, ... to send out an important message, but unfortunately do not often have a widespread effect. Although the use of recycled plastic is better for the environment and carbon footprint, it is still more expensive ...