Tag: recycling
Aluminium Is An Enabler For A Circular Economy In The Graphics Industry
Laurel Brunner of the Verdigris Project says that, according to the International Aluminium Institute, more than 1.4 billion tonnes of aluminium has been produced....
New Avery Dennison Adhesive Technology Ideal For PET Packages
With new adhesive technology and a best-in-class topcoat, CleanFlake™ now helps more PET packages in more market segments complete the recycling process, with printability...
Konica Minolta South Africa Helps Reduce Environmental Waste Through Its Toner Recycling Project
Konica Minolta South Africa is taking responsibility to ensure waste products resulting from the use of their products do not pollute the environment. Because...
Lecta Presents New Coated Recycled Paper
Obtained from 100% recycled fibre, Recytal Matt is a new two-side coated recycled paper in a natural white shade, with ideal results with all...
UPM Raflatac Labels Adhere To Recycling Guidelines
The white and clear PP and PE label materials combined with multipurpose acrylic adhesives are part of UPM Raflatac’s SmartCircle portfolio of labelling materials...
Tetra Pak Introduces Model To Tackle Food Packaging Challenges
According to the latest research, the global food supply chain system is responsible for 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions; a third of all...
The Environmental Impact Of Print Versus Electronic Media
Electronic media have some clear advantages over print, namely that they can do so much more, such as get shared almost at the speed...
Plastic, Ink And Recycling Initiative Achieves New Milestone
Ink has a demonstrably significant impact on the quality of recyclate. Previous use of a standard NC ink system did not deliver the desired...
An Opportunity For Packaging Designers And Brands To Minimise Waste
Consider the tube used to package Pringles crisps. Its design presents considerable difficulties for recycling. The package consists of a metal base and metal...
Actega Launches Sustainable Solution For Printers And Packaging Converters
With both fill products and packaging needing to be mutually protected from the effects of oils, fats, water and external substances, plastic polyethylene (PE)...