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Pacur selects Eastman’s Eastar Renew for medical device packaging

05 Oct 2023
Grania Jain

The materials in the Eastman Renew polymer portfolio are manufactured with ISCC certified circular content by mass balance allocation. The use of resins with certified circular content aligns with the ambitions of Pacur’s innovation agenda to contribute to a more circular future and divert plastic waste that would otherwise be headed for landfill. “A key element of our innovation agenda is a commitment to investing in the developing of next-generation sustainability solutions,” said Jason Eckel, Pacur's senior vice president of sales and marketing.

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SIG to develop 90% fibre aseptic cartons

05 Oct 2023
Grania Jain

The Swiss packaging company said the plans to raise the proportion of fibre in its aseptic cartons, improving recyclability, will include an interim target of at least 85% by 2025.

Increasing the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)-certified fibre content of the cartons and expanding its aluminium-free solutions are key steps toward the company’s ultimate ambition to enable its carton packs to be recycled anywhere in the world.

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Sttark, A Custom Packaging Manufacturer, Announces Two Annual Scholarships for U.S. High School Seniors and College Students in 2024

05 Oct 2023
Grania Jain

Scholarship 1: "You Can't Label People, but You Can Label Products" Essay & Label Design Scholarship by Sttark

A $4,000 essay scholarship designed for students who challenge norms and think outside of the box. Recognizing the dangers of labeling individuals, Sttark calls for entrants to forget past academic or talent labels they've been given and unleash their intrinsic creativity.

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Robustex- Sterilize medical equipment in extreme conditions

05 Oct 2023
Aditya Panwar

Robustex 90 L, hospitals and rural health centers Sterilizer

By using multiple sources of energy, Robustex is adapted to all situations. Its sterilization process leaves neither residues nor discharges. The low amount of fuel needed and the speed of temperature rise are assets. This autoclave meets the needs of NGO’s with its simplicity of use, robustness and maneuvrability.

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Solvay Launches New Ultra-High Barrier PVDC Coating Solution for More Sustainable Pharmaceutical Blister Films

04 Oct 2023
Grania Jain

Solvay, a global market leader in specialty materials, has introduced Diofan® Ultra736, a new polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) coating solution with ultra-high water vapor barrier that allows carbon footprint reduction for pharmaceutical blister films. As an aqueous dispersion, Diofan® Ultra736 meets regulatory requirements for direct pharmaceutical contact and supports the design of sustainable films with thinner coating designs. 

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SAYSO Unveils New Sustainable Packaging And New Cocktails

03 Oct 2023
Grania Jain

The packaging redesign follows a successful retail expansion across 36 premium specialty stores and boutiques nationwide, and is a result of the brand’s commitment to offering a more eco-friendly product at an even more affordable price point.

Starting in June, SAYSO will replace its current box packaging with pouches made from post-consumer recycled materials, which will be available for purchase on the brand’s website. As a result of this packaging redesign, consumers will enjoy a lower price point of $16 for eight cocktail tea bags, down from the previous price of $24.

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A major step forward for the cosmetic industry as Dow launches two new sustainable SURLYN™ grades for perfume and cosmetic packaging

03 Oct 2023
Grania Jain

These new grades offer a significant moment for cosmetic industry packaging. The new SURLYN™ grades will enable beauty brands and manufacturers to create sustainable and high-quality cosmetic packaging that stands out on the shelves.

SURLYN™ CIR are ionomers produced from mixed plastic waste and SURLYN™ REN are ionomers produced from bio-waste such as used cooking oil (UCO). Both grades made using these alternative feedstocks continue to deliver the properties that give the unique look, feel and performance that the SURLYN™ material is known for.

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