Manufacturers of coated polyester films are faced with a complex equation: guaranteeing the durability of their materials under extreme conditions while meeting environmental requirements. Agfa, Folex, Kernow Coatings and Polyart have thus decided to pool their efforts within a sustainability pact. The aim is to integrate their products into a circular economy.
Essential materials, but...
Coated polyester films, plastics with an essential functional layer for printing, are widely used for workshop manuals, restaurant menus or outdoor product labels.
Their resistance to mechanical and environmental stress makes them a relevant alternative to laminated paper or other non-synthetic substrates.
However, recycling them presents a technical challenge. Unlike single-material substrates, these products incorporate complex coatings that complicate their reintegration into conventional recycling channels.
Reducing our environmental footprint: whatâeuros solutions?
To ensure that these products enjoy a second or "after-sales life" that is as environmentally-friendly as possible, the four manufacturers will pool their expertise and develop shared strategies for a more sustainable future.
What's more, the various regulations only provide a general guideline. To find practical and financially coherent answers, the manufacturing sector must take the initiative, and it makes sense to collaborate with the entire industry.
