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Demand for recycled packaging begins with design

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗯 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗣𝗦. EPS or "Styrofoam" is a common material for the manufacture of inserts in packaging. For example, it is often used for insulation and/or shock resistance, among other things. Did you know that with honeycomb cardboard you have a sustainable alternative for many of these applications? Europal Packaging is committed to sustainability, helping customers achieve their ESG goals. We pursue environmentally conscious packaging solutions by using sustainable materials, waste, and promoting recycling minimizing. By partnering with Europal Packaging, customers can reduce their carbon footprint, meet sustainability standards, and contribute to a circular economy. Europal Packaging Patrick Dejager If you would like to find out more about EMPHA and EUROPAL please follow this link: https://bit.ly/4bCc97v #paperhoneycomb #plasticfree #innovation #cardboard #protectivepackaging #packagingdesigners #brandowners #recyclabling #sustainable #packagingindustry #packagingtrends #membershipmatters #waste #sustainablematerials

The route to a #circulareconomy starts with design... get your tips for #plastic #packaging below...

Aluminum cans, the unsung heroes of sustainable packaging, are about to get a makeover. Meadow, a Swedish company with a penchant for eco-consciousness, is repurposing the humble aluminum can for a noble cause: refillable cosmetics and personal care products. Forget flimsy plastic bottles and wasteful pumps, Meadow's Daisy Top system is a sleek aluminum dispenser that pierces a standard-sized can with a satisfying crack, transforming it into a refillable reservoir of beauty. It's a simple yet ingenious solution that not only reduces waste but also leverages the existing recycling infrastructure for aluminum cans. Talk about a win-win for both consumers and the environment. So, here's to Meadow, for turning trash into treasure and giving the aluminum can a new lease on life. It's a small step for beauty, but a giant leap for sustainable packaging. #SustainablePackaging #RefillRevolution #AluminumCans #BeautyWithAConscience

SupplyOne, Inc., is the largest independent and successful supplier of custom corrugated packaging products, as well as packaging solutions such as equipment and services, within the U.S. Their thermoformed plastic products have been proven to be excellent forms of sustainable packaging, which have also been shown to draw in more customers and cut production costs. Whilst the innovative packaging product is both recyclable, environmentally friendly and helps to minimise waste, it also comes in a variety of designs and it provides consumers with the ability to reduce non-renewable materials. The article below explains how thermoformed plastic has become a sustainable packaging solution. The benefits that this breakthrough provides are brilliant both for consumers and for the environment. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest insights and industry news, on everything within the #greenermanufacturing #sustainablematerials #sustainablechemicals #plasticwastefree sectors; and for the latest updates on our 2024 shows. There will also be 2 new standalone additions to The Greener Manufacturing Show & Plastic Waste Free World next year – Sustainable Materials Expo & Sustainable Chemicals Expo (Cologne, 13-14 Nov)! #4eventsin2024 #industrynews #sustainability #closetheloop #TGMSE2024 #SCHLE2024 #SMTRE2024 #PWFWE2024

Today is #earthday and at IDE we design products with the circular economy in mind. 🌏 Our temporary power distribution products are designed to be robust and have a long-life span.  🌎 Our products are designed in such a way that they are easy to repair. 🌏 IDE also offers customers a rental option on distribution boards, which means customers do not have to buy items that they may not utilise all year. 🌎 Our manufacturing team are constantly seeking ways of reducing the impact of materials in products. For example, plastic production waste offcuts are sent back to the plastic manufacturer for reprocessing back into new plastic. If we change how we do things today, we can change the future. https://lnkd.in/e5HfD_cN

🌿📦 Revolutionize Your Cold Chain Shipping with Dutton Supply's Eco-Friendly Liner Technology! 📦🌿 At Dutton Supply, we're dedicated to sustainable packaging solutions, and our eco-friendly liner technology is no exception. 🌍♻️ We offer three innovative liner technologies to meet your unique needs: 1️⃣ PET Liners: Sourced from the globe's most recyclable plastic, our PET liners provide a fully curbside recyclable insulated shipping system. You have the flexibility to customize liner thickness and dimensions based on your product's specific needs and temperature profiles. It's sustainability and customization in one package. 🌟 2️⃣ Biodegradable Foam Liners: Made from non-GMO corn grown in the U.S., these liners are not just eco-friendly; they're compostable or can be dissolved in water upon completion of the shipment to your customer. Tailor dimensions and product thickness to safeguard your cold-chain or fragile shipments, all while leaving a minimal environmental footprint. 🌽💧 3️⃣ Paper and Starch Liners: Our liner comprised of 90% paper and cornstarch is a curbside recyclable solution for your customers. Featuring the optimally recyclable label from How2recycle® of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, it's easy to use with pre-formed hinges and water resistance. This liner is the perfect sustainable solution that's both practical and eco-friendly. 📜🌽 By choosing Dutton Supply, you're not only ensuring the safe delivery of your products but also contributing to a greener future. Contact us today to explore these sustainable liner options and transform your cold chain shipping practices. Let's make a positive impact together. 🤝 https://lnkd.in/g_zNAN7w #EcoFriendlyPackaging #ColdChainShipping #SustainableSolutions #Innovation #DuttonSupply 

As part of our belief that textiles are too good to waste, we endeavor to find use for even the most difficult materials to work with. That's why we created the Circular Systems for Trim and other Ignored Materials (CISTM) program, to build circular systems for the bad boys of post-consumer and post-industrial materials. Our team, including Karla Magruder, Martha Willis, and Alina Rensch, recently spent two days visiting members of our CSTIM working group across Europe to discuss the state of sorting in recycling systems and what challenges need to be overcome to achieve scale. Our discussions with our close collaborators and sorting innovators at Avery Dennison, Coats, Refiberd, YKK, Valvan, Erdotex Group, and TOMRA yielded fresh insights into the sorting needs of the circular textile systems we are building. Key takeaways: 🚀 The need for speed in sorting for recycling is clear: these are the lowest value post-consumer textiles, so they need to be processed quickly and cost-effectively to realize any economic value. 🔍 NIR (Near-Infrared) Technologies are the most commonly used for detecting fiber composition, color, and structure in used textiles. While not perfect, they are efficient and reliable. 📜 Legislation will play a crucial role in determining how and where sorting for recycling develops in the future. We are excited about the progress being made and look forward to addressing these challenges to build effective and scalable circular systems for textiles. A big thank you to our partners for hosting our team and sharing your knowledge. #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling #NIRTechnology #AcceleratingCircularity #TextileInnovation #SortingTechnologies

 ☀ Big news from European Aluminium’s Packaging Group! Constellium, Elval, Novelis, and Speira have agreed to engage in a project to boost beverage can #sustainability. Focusing on can ends, they're exploring recycling-friendly alloy(s) to enhance the can's recyclability ♻ The ultimate goal is to develop a can which can be produced from up to 100% recycled aluminium! 🤝 This multi-year initiative, led by European Aluminium, represents an effort to decarbonise the industry and achieve 100% beverage can #recycling by 2030. It's a key step toward full circularity and making #aluminium beverage cans even more sustainable. Read our press release for more details: https://lnkd.in/dBdV5cS4 #circulareconomy #packaging

Are you ready to join us in building a sustainable tomorrow? At Sunell, we're committed to making a difference! 🌍✨ 📦 Packaging: We use biodegradable materials derived from recycled resources, ensuring our packaging is as eco-friendly as it is effective. 📘 Instruction Manuals: Our manuals are printed on biodegradable paper, also sourced from recycled materials, to minimize environmental impact. ♻️ Plastic Components: We integrate up to 20% recycled materials in our plastic parts, pushing the boundaries of sustainability in manufacturing. 🔩 Metal Structural Components: Our metal structures include 10% recycled materials, notably using ADC12 aluminum ingots, reducing the demand for virgin metals. Let's build a sustainable tomorrow, together! Join us in our journey towards environmental compliance and sustainability. #EcoFriendlySunell #SustainableSolutions 🌱💚 #ESG #Sustainability #Corporate_Accountability