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Sustainability – the ‘megatrend’ requiring commitment, collaboration and continuous innovation

Markets - Circular Economy

Sustainability – the ‘megatrend’ requiring commitment, collaboration and continuous innovation


BOBST reviews some of the key themes and topics that are shaping the industry. In this article we take a look at the current picture around sustainability – and how our own response at BOBST has evolved rapidly in recent years. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: Bobst
Agrifood waste for packaging production

Markets - Circular Economy

Agrifood waste for packaging production


Managing and treating packaging waste represents a considerable global challenge. In response to this issue, the EU Directive on Packaging and Packaging Waste has been revised several times since its initial adoption in 1994. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
Processes of decontamination of recycled polyolefins

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Processes of decontamination of recycled polyolefins


At present, 400.3 Mt of plastics are produced in the world and 58.7 Mt in Europe (Plastics Europe-2022), where the polyolefin family stands out for its high consumption, with polypropylene (18.9%) and polyethylene (14.7%) being the most in demand. In addition, it should be noted that around 90.5% (1) come from fossil and non-renewable sources. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
How can I prepare my packaging to be reusable?

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How can I prepare my packaging to be reusable?


A look into the past provides a valuable glimpse into the sustainability that existed before the era of single-use products. Back then, reuse was the norm, not the exception. People valued and cared for their belongings, repairing and reusing objects instead of discarding them. Longevity and durability were cherished qualities and were designed with resistance and practicality in mind. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
Packaging from waste: turning waste into new materials

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Packaging from waste: turning waste into new materials


One of the main challenges facing society today is to reduce the generation of waste and innovate in resources to assimilate and manage it, as this volume of waste causes significant environmental damage ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
European ‘Green Deal’ and keys to calculate the carbon footprint of packaging

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European ‘Green Deal’ and keys to calculate the carbon footprint of packaging


The current situation is crucial for establishing a global response to the climate emergencies of recent years. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
How to demonstrate the paper and cardboard packaging recyclability

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How to demonstrate the paper and cardboard packaging recyclability


Consumers are increasingly aware of the importance of sustainability and the environmental impact of the products they buy, as well as the importance of the eco-design and recyclability ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
Compostable packaging for IV and V range products: What challenge do we face?

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Compostable packaging for IV and V range products: What challenge do we face?


Consumption habits of today's society have changed in recent years, emerging a tendency to choose those products that are immediately available, both when it comes to purchasing and consuming them ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
Waste: a real problem

Markets - Circular Economy

Waste: a real problem


Innovation in waste collection, transport and sorting ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: ITENE
Cortec Heat Sealable Paper for Dunnage Bag System Using Recycled Boxes

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Cortec Heat Sealable Paper for Dunnage Bag System Using Recycled Boxes


In an age of online shopping and mass production, distribution centers are on the rise. Naturally, the amount of packaging is also increasing, and a practical solution is needed to close the loop on recycling so much waste. One major tool distribution company in the U.S. Midwest has found its own “circular economy” answer to this problem by using EcoShield Heat Sealable Paper to recycle used boxes into dunnage bags. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Circular Economy BRAND: Cortec Corporation