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Reader Reaction: Top Ten Products for Converters

(New Products)

February 28, 2009, ... developed for labels and seals that require enhanced product security. Offers a relatively high tensile strength compared to its tear strength. Film is certified compostable and conforms to Sustainable ...

Green Is Global

(Archive)

January 31, 2009, ... for sleeves by type. Bio-Films We should not forget the recent innovation: bio-films. Biodegradable and compostable wood pulp-based films and maize-based, annually renewable films (PLA) initially were ...

Biodegradable Plastics to Gain, Says Study

(Substrates)

December 31, 2008, ... lbs in 2012 due to improved resin blends and opportunities in areas that include compostable yard and kitchen bags. The study expects PLA demand to expand nearly 20%/yr, and good opportunities are expected ...

Narrow Web & Label Products

(New Products)

November 30, 2008, ... Compostable A larger-format version of Clarifoil Integuard tamper-evident film is available in 6,500-ft rolls with O.D. to 19 in. Acetate film is certified compostable and was developed to convert labels ...

Biodegradable Plastics to Gain, Says Study

(Magazine)

November 30, 2008, ... due to improved resin blends and opportunities in areas that include compostable yard and kitchen bags. The study expects PLA demand to expand nearly 20%/yr, and good opportunities are expected for PLA ...

NatureFlex chosen for Barkwheats biscuits packaging

(First Glance)

October 31, 2008, NatureFlex, a biodegradable and compostable film, has been chosen as part of the packaging for Barkwheats organic dog biscuits. The NatureFlex, a biodegradable and compostable film, has been chosen as ...

Tamper-Evident Label Film Meets Diverse Needs

(News Eclips)

October 09, 2008, ... format version of its highly popular Clarifoil Integuard tamper-evident film, which is now available in 6,500 foot rolls with an O.D. of up to 19". The acetate film is also certified compostable and conforms ...

Biodegradable Plastic Demand to Rise 15% Annually

(News Eclips)

September 08, 2008, ... plastic will increase 16.8% annually to 293 million lb in 2012 as a result of improved resin blends and opportunities in such areas as compostable yard and kitchen bags, as well as foodservice items such ...

Backyard Breakdown

(Carton Box)

September 04, 2008, This compostable produce pack consists of three materials that together create an alternative to traditional fresh produce packaging This compostable produce pack consists of three materials that together ...

Dirge for a Plastic Bag Part 2

(Editorial)

August 31, 2008, ... collect compostable materials…we're pretty environmentally conscious in Wisconsin, but organized composting of anything but yard waste is hard to imagine. I noticed a paper grocery bag that squirrels or ...

Predators Team with Smurfit-Stone to Go Green

(News Eclips)

August 12, 2008, ... partners Sports Service and Levy Restaurants will also utilize more products like cups, napkins and plates that are made from recyclable and compostable materials. Also in an attempt to move toward ...

Breakdown Breakthrough

(Green Converting)

August 11, 2008, ... Dublin, Ireland, wins a DuPont Award for Packaging Innovation. This first-of-its-kind flexible package is compostable, biodegradable, and made from renewable raw materials. Consumers can dispose of the ...

August 2008 PFFC First Glance

(Magazine)

July 31, 2008, ... Organic Cereals, converted by Alcan Packaging, Dublin, Ireland, wins a DuPont Award for Packaging Innovation. This first-of-its-kind flexible package is compostable, biodegradable, and made from renewable ...

News Clips

(News Clips Archive)

May 31, 2008, ... six recipients of the 2007 Dannon Supplier of the Year Awards in the Raw Materials and Packaging category. Clarifoil, Spondon, Derby, UK, gains the OK Compost certificate as a home compostable material ...

DuPont Awards Recognize Packaging Innovation

(News Eclips)

May 29, 2008, ... made from renewable resources. A new compostable, biodegradable flexible pack that supports natural branding of the product and helps assure effective post-use recovery. New fresh produce packaging ...

Treat for the Earth

(Green Converting)

May 14, 2008, ... Says Askinosie, “We chose NatureFlex…because it's a non-genetically modified, wood-based product that is home compostable. … Our use of NatureFlex is just another important example of our concern for the ...

First Glance

(Magazine)

April 30, 2008, ... operating Good Forestry principals. Says Askinosie, “We chose NatureFlex…because it's a non-genetically modified, wood-based product that is home compostable. … Our use of NatureFlex is just another important ...

FTC Plans Green Packaging Workshop

(News | New Products)

April 01, 2008, ... environmental claims the Green Guides already address in the packaging context (such as "recyclable," "degradable" or biodegradable," and "compostable"), changes in technology or other factors that should ...

Eco-Friendly Packaging for an Eco-Friendly Product

(Archive)

October 13, 2007, ... fuels to produce. It also comes from yearly renewable resources, is recyclable, and industrially compostable and biodegradeable. The Hive Five Kit consists of: USDA Certified Oranic Body Balm.  ...

Up to the Task

(Magazine)

June 30, 2007, ... compostable per ASTM D6400. Available in ten formulations ranging from elastic to highly rigid and customized for strength, appearance, and clarity. Appearance ranges from HDPE to BOPP. Shrink forms available. ...