The further developed EcoString bag from Adapa now contains 80 per cent post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. The single-material solution, in which both the bag and the drawstring are made of easily printable polyethylene, enables full recyclability and the use of recycled material.
Closing product loops is the supreme discipline of the circular economy for packaging. To achieve this, packaging must be both recyclable and made from recycled materials. This is exactly the case with Adapa's EcoString bags: the packaging is made from 80 per cent mechanically recycled post-consumer recyclate (PCR) and is recyclable, as both the bag and the drawstring are made entirely from polyethylene (PE).
The familiar viscose drawstring is replaced by a plastic strap, while retaining its functionality. The resulting mono-material packaging makes it unnecessary to separate the components for recycling. EcoString bags are therefore fully recyclable and with 80 per cent PCR, Adapa closes the loop.
The new packaging is available as prefabricated bags with holes for simplified order picking. They are characterised by their economical use of materials: With film thicknesses from 30 µm, they are among the thinnest products available on the market of this segment. In addition, Adapa is also committed to conserving resources in the production of the tension cord, as it is from edge trimmings from the production of the bags exists.
EcoString bags can be printed in up to ten high-quality colours. Both bags and drawstrings can be used for communication. With their individual matt or glossy finish they ensure a visually attractive product presentation at the POS.
The use of PCR materials poses numerous challenges: High-quality PCR material is required, which Adapa can quickly identify thanks to the expertise of its in-house PS Polymer Sourcing. In addition, quality and consumer protection requirements must be met.
Source: Adapa
