OutNature and Papierfabrik Meldorf are entering into a partnership. The two companies want to make paper production more sustainable and use Silphie fibres in the corrugated cardboard liner sector in particular.
The product portfolio in the basis weight range of 115-170 g/m² is being expanded through the co-operation with the Meldorf paper mill. The papers combine the silphie fibres with recycled fibres and are for the certified for direct food contact. They are ideal for use as corrugated base paper from the F-flute to the double-flute combination.
„Our collaboration with OutNature is another important step in the development of environmentally friendly paper products with alternative fibres. The combination of Silphie fibres and recycled material opens up new possibilities and underlines our commitment to sustainability.“
Yasin Birgül, Managing Director of Papierfabrik Meldorf
Papierfabrik Meldorf has been active in the paper industry for over 65 years and stands for short reaction times, high flexibility and special attention to the production of small batch sizes and niche products in the packaging paper sector. Besides Quality, safety and energy efficiency environmental protection also plays a major role. Particular emphasis is placed on the careful and conscious use of resources. The partnership with OutNature emphasises this ongoing commitment to Innovative and environmentally friendly solutions in the paper industry.
„With Meldorf, we are working with a specialist in the field of corrugated cardboard liners. The Meldorf paper mill is also very flexible, so that we can react more quickly to market requirements in future and remain competitive at the same time. In this way, we will continue to create high-quality paper and cardboard with the silphie fibre for our customers in the packaging industry.“
Mikhail Ginsburg, Managing Director of OutNature
OutNature, a brand of the environmental services provider PreZero, OutNature is a pioneer in the utilisation of the silphia plant as an alternative source of raw materials for the paper industry. The experts at OutNature develop and market innovative fibre and paper products for this purpose. Regional, natural and sustainable. The silphia plant also offers a sustainable perspective for farmers, as it is, among other things, insect-friendly, can store CO2 and protects it from wind and water erosion.
Source: PreZero
