Reprinted with permission from Two Sides North America As US consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impacts of the products they use every day, there remains a wide gap between perception and reality when it comes to the sustainability of paper products. This is according to a new survey commissioned by Two Sides North America and conducted by global research … [Read more...] about What Consumers Don’t Know About the Sustainability of Paper Products
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Sustainability Meets Print Decorating
By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress Sustainability. Recycling. The circular economy. Everywhere one turns, there is another reminder that resources are finite, that waste and pollution are engulfing the planet and that everyone can be part of the solution rather than part of the problem. For print finishing companies, recycling of industrial paper scrap is old hat, along with … [Read more...] about Sustainability Meets Print Decorating
Sustainability and Shine: Tendero Collaborates with Gasperini for Luxury Box
By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress Currently in a period of expansion, Envases Tendero, a specialty packaging company based in Alicante, Spain, recently opened its new logistics center. To commemorate the 2019 event for this family-owned business, the company held a gala and introduced customers to a new machine for manufacturing luxury boxes. Tendero needed special … [Read more...] about Sustainability and Shine: Tendero Collaborates with Gasperini for Luxury Box
Metallic Decorating and Sustainability
By Jeff Peterson, executive director, Foil & Specialty Effects Association When I have presented at tradeshows and conferences on behalf of the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA), I’ve told audiences that it wasn’t too many years ago that when a brand owner or printer wanted to include a metallic decoration on printed material, the only real choice was hot … [Read more...] about Metallic Decorating and Sustainability
FSEA Releases Repulpability Study in Response to Sustainability Concerns
The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) has released a new study on the repulpability of paper decorated with transfer foils, produced in conjunction with the Georgia Tech Renewable Bioproducts Institute. The association has been proactive in working to separate the decorated products that FSEA members provide (produced via hot foil, cold foil or digital foil … [Read more...] about FSEA Releases Repulpability Study in Response to Sustainability Concerns
Two Sides North America Launches ‘Love Paper’ Campaign
Two Sides North America, Chicago, Illinois, a global initiative by companies from the graphic communications industry, has announced the launch of Love Paper, a new campaign designed to raise consumer awareness of the unique and inherently sustainable characteristics of print, paper and paper-based packaging. The centerpiece of the campaign is a consumer-friendly website, … [Read more...] about Two Sides North America Launches ‘Love Paper’ Campaign
3 Hottest Print Design Trends of 2020
By Sabine Lenz, president, PaperSpecs “The book’s design is beautiful but look at the production values – it’s basically falling apart.” Designers always want to know what is fresh and impactful – trends are indeed an essential part of design – from typography to logos to the big reveal of Pantone’s Color of the Year. It is vital for designers, printers and finishers to … [Read more...] about 3 Hottest Print Design Trends of 2020
Going Green: Texas Bindery Creates Uniquely Vibrant Label
By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress With its extensive manufacturing and production knowledge, Texas Bindery Service, Cedar Creek, Texas, is no stranger to creating unique projects for its clients. “We specialize in implementing unique finishes and print embellishments into our hard- and softcover projects and for any project where quality, memorability and brand awareness … [Read more...] about Going Green: Texas Bindery Creates Uniquely Vibrant Label
Evolution of Sustainability and Circular Economy and Their Influence on Printing Operations
By Gary A. Jones, director, EHS Affairs, Specialty Graphic Imaging Association Despite what many may think, the concept of sustainability is not new and has been evolving for decades. To some extent, the roots of sustainability were born with the conservation movement that was spearheaded by President Teddy Roosevelt, who worked hard to establish the national parks system. … [Read more...] about Evolution of Sustainability and Circular Economy and Their Influence on Printing Operations
Sustainability in Packaging: Corporate Commitment
by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress Consumer demand for reduced and recyclable packaging is receiving attention at the highest levels of corporate towers, with many of the world’s largest brands devoting entire websites to their sustainability initiatives. These brands are working actively to reduce their consumption of plastics and ensure ethical sourcing of paper … [Read more...] about Sustainability in Packaging: Corporate Commitment