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Coating on Trial

(News | New Products)

May 05, 2020, ... that may address some of recyclable and compostable issues. Materials that are available and which share the same performance properties typically associated with conventional petroleum-based products ...

Plastics, Packaging and the Environment

(Flexography)

April 22, 2020, ... recyclable, reusable, and compostable forms of packaging.  Each of these characteristics presents its own set of unique challenges, and ongoing industry efforts have led to many progressive solutions. ...

Three Ink Market Trends Helping to Achieve Sustainability Goals

(Inks/Coatings/Primers)

April 16, 2020, ... important ink market trends can play a role in helping to reach sustainability goals. Bio-renewable/compostable ink content - Brand owners should work closely with converters to ensure that the inks, ...

PFFC’s Companies to Watch

(Flexpack)

April 09, 2020, ... much packaging as needed is produced, less is thrown away only to end up in a landfill. “Additionally, we offer recyclable and PCR based films and are engaged in R&D around compostable films as well. ...

Is it the End for Non-Recyclable Plastic Packaging?

(Flexpack)

March 02, 2020, ... – are challenging their suppliers to achieve the target of 100 percent reusable, recyclable or compostable packaging by 2025. “The shift in mindset over the last two years has been huge,” says Eric Pavone, ...

NOW Plastics Packaging Solutions Put Environmental Protection First

(Flexpack)

February 04, 2020, ...  Biodegradable plastics; and Compostable substrates and packaging options. “The efficient and responsible use of plastics and packaging has become a critical consideration for companies throughout ...

Flexible Packaging, a Converting Dynamo

(Converting Perspectives)

December 01, 2019, ... on compostable packaging bags. From its start in candy and food packaging, Reynolds is expanding, working with co-packers, printers and converters, making pouches that have a super-strong seal, says CEO ...

Labelexpo Europe 2019 Set for Largest Show to Date

(Upcoming Conference News)

September 03, 2019, ... portfolio of solutions for recyclable and compostable flexible packaging; AstroNova TrojanLabel will premier two new products, the T2-L narrow-format water-based inkjet press with added laminating capabilities, ...

AWT Launches Terrene Portfolio of Sustainable Label and Packaging Materials

(News | New Products)

July 29, 2019, ... which are recyclable, compostable and biodegradable, depending on the labeling or packaging goals of AWT clients. The launch comes after extensive research into sustainable material options which will ...

First Certified Biodegradable Anticorrosion Film powered by Nano VpCI®

(News | New Products)

June 04, 2019, EcoCorr® Film is biodegradable, compostable packaging film that provides contact, barrier and vapor corrosion inhibition. EcoCorr® Film is biodegradable, compostable packaging film that provides contact, ...

Packaging and Labeling Sustainability is a Must for the Industry

(Label/Tape)

April 21, 2019, ... to employ more recycled, re-used or compostable materials in the next decade. Avery Dennison is committed to helping converters and brand owners deliver products that are more sustainable – products ...

Ecoslide-OTC™ Paperboard Pack: Keystone Folding Box Co.

(News | New Products)

March 27, 2019, ... safety mechanism that provides child-resistance while eliminating the need for two-step “peel/push-through foil.” Made from 100 percent recyclable and compostable paperboard, Ecoslide-OTC is easily separated ...

FPA 2019 Flexible Packaging Achievement Award Winners Announced

(News | New Products)

March 10, 2019, ... Director, Mintel Group Ltd. Sustainability continues to be a focus, with a number of entries using bio-based and compostable materials. Kimmel notes, “We saw several examples of bio-based and compostable ...

Advancements of Bio-Derived and Bio-Degradable Technologies in the Flexible Packaging Market

(Flexpack)

November 25, 2018, ... its Ingeo based solutions to reduce the noise levels that have incited backlash over compostable options in the past, such as Pepsi’s “too noisy” biodegradable snack bags. NatureWorks’ single, $150 million ...

Some Thoughts on the Pressure-Sensitive Industry

(Sticking With It)

November 25, 2018, ... products.  The labeling industry is furthest along with recycle-friendly labels and some compostable products already available. For tapes and graphics, there are significant challenges. Most of the ...

Constantia Flexibles Introduces Packaging Solutions for Greater Sustainability

(News | New Products)

November 04, 2018, ... to a survey commissioned by Constantia Flexibles, 80 percent of end consumers prefer a eco-friendlier packaging over a regular one and would pay up to 15 percent more for recyclable and compostable packaging. ...

Zangrass Grass Paper for Sustainable Packaging

(Flexpack)

October 03, 2018, ... recyclable and compostable. Currently, the new paper is available in the grammages 120 gsm and 150 gsm. An expansion of the product range to lighter and heavier weights is already planned so that Zangrass ...

Flexible Packaging Company Rebrands to Jet Packaging Group

(News | New Products)

August 09, 2018, The rebrand and revitalization of the company comes in response to the increasing need for more innovative flexible packaging, especially made with compostable, renewable and recyclable materials. NASHVILLE, ...

European Bioplastics Talks About EU Legislation

(News | New Products)

March 21, 2018, ... representing the interests of the bioplastics industry along the entire value chain, the new legislation acknowledges that bio-based feedstock for plastic packaging as well as compostable plastics for ...

Flexible Packaging | PPT Earns Top Prize in FPA Awards

(Flexpack)

March 05, 2018, ... effort to tear open.   GOLD AWARD - SUSTAINABILITY Compostable Peanut Bag Manufacturer: TC Transcontinental Packaging A flexible peanut bag made of certified compostable materials was developed ...