App designed to help users determine package impact on recycling stream
October 24, 2013
PTI has developed the PET Packaging Recycling Calculator app so that users can see how the material, barrier, additive, closure, labels, etc. decisions they make can potentially impact the next generation of PET.
Public service advertising campaign is first in over 40 years from Keep America Beautiful and Ad
July 18, 2013
The average American produces 4.4 pounds of trash a day, and on the whole the United States produces over 250 million tons of trash a year. However, only about 35% is currently recycled, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
Manufacturers are taking sustainability to the next level by finding new ways to extend the life of product materials
July 15, 2013
Reduce, reuse, recycle. As a society, we’ve become accustomed to this motto in our everyday lives. We claim to be environmentally conscious through our efforts to separate recyclable goods from our waste and discard accordingly.
New tape features higher adhesion on highly recycled boxes.
May 20, 2013
Shurtape, with its commitment to exacting standards, introduces new HP 235 Packaging Tape, a standard-gauge tape solution that delivers better performance and adhesion on highly recycled corrugate – including 100% recycled.
First inaugural cadet contest collects 24,310 cans
April 26, 2013
The United States Air Force Academy Cadet Squadron 09 won the inaugural Great American Can Roundup contest by recycling a total of 4,166 beverage cans. Sponsored by the Can Manufacturers Institute, the GACR creates awareness of the environmental benefits of recycling cans.
