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Paper Packaging
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Cascades produces recyclable thermoformed tray
KINGSEY FALLS, Quebec – Cascades is launching the first 100% recycled and recyclable thermoformed cardboard tray designed for fresh food packers using automated equipment in North America. This thermoformed tray delivers a food packaging solution that was developed entirely using…
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Mondi introduces paper-based packaging
VIENNA, Austria – Packaging and paper manufacturer Mondi is launching a fully recyclable 80 percent paper-based packaging solution for cold meats and cheese. The new packaging will reduce plastic usage for Austrian dairy producer SalzburgMilch by approximately 40 tonnes per…
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False arguments being used to promote post-consumer recycled content
Specifying pre- and post-consumer targets is counterproductive
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Sustana mill in Quebec now accepting recycled cartons
DENTON, Texas – Sustana Fiber’s paper mill in Lévis, Quebec, is now accepting recycled food and beverage cartons. Every carton recycled helps provide the raw materials needed to produce essential items, such as toilet paper and paper towels. “At Sustana,…
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Forest industry refutes plastics industry commentary
Forest Products Association of Canada president counters plastics industry assertions in last week’s commentary
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Americans keep recycling amid uncertainty
DENTON, Texas – Americans say they are still recycling at the same rate, despite having little confidence that their recyclables actually get recycled. In a national poll conducted by Mason-Dixon on behalf of the Carton Council, 85 percent of respondents…
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Metro publishes packaging policy
MONTRÉAL – Building on the range of initiatives undertaken over the years, grocery store chain Metro has released a framework to guide its teams and suppliers in the efficient management of its packaging and printed materials, including reduction and optimization.…
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“Opinion” Paper packaging edges closer to 80% average recycled content
Paper packaging made in Canada is edging closer to a national average of 80% recycled content. According to the industry’s latest survey of mills that produce board or paper that’s made into boxes, bags and cartons, the average recycled content…