02.10.20
The Alloyd Division of Sonoco announced the introduction of its first, all-paper retail blister package. The new EnviroSense PaperBlister provides an alternative to the more traditional thermoformed plastic blister package that is found prominently in retail outlets around the world.
“This new mono-material package is further evidence of our commitment to developing more sustainable options for our customers and consumers alike,” said Jim Lassiter, Sonoco segment VP, global plastics. “This technology enables us to produce a paper-based option that many shoppers and brands are looking for, without sacrificing merchandising benefits.”
The EnviroSense PaperBlister features a range of attributes designed with the environment in mind. It is a plastic-free package that is recyclable in the paper stream and is also available with SFI Certification when requested. Because it uses water-based sealing technology, there are no VOCs connected with the package.
In terms of its overall environmental footprint, as it relates to transportation and materials, the new paper blister package delivers more efficiency than traditional plastic blister products, which require three times more shipping cartons, leading to increased weight, more packaging material, fewer packages per truckload and more deliveries to ship the same amount of product.
“This would be a change for many brand owners, and we knew that having the option available to provide clear product visibility for retail display would be key, so we are able to design cut-outs into the package if needed,” said Lassiter.
“This new mono-material package is further evidence of our commitment to developing more sustainable options for our customers and consumers alike,” said Jim Lassiter, Sonoco segment VP, global plastics. “This technology enables us to produce a paper-based option that many shoppers and brands are looking for, without sacrificing merchandising benefits.”
The EnviroSense PaperBlister features a range of attributes designed with the environment in mind. It is a plastic-free package that is recyclable in the paper stream and is also available with SFI Certification when requested. Because it uses water-based sealing technology, there are no VOCs connected with the package.
In terms of its overall environmental footprint, as it relates to transportation and materials, the new paper blister package delivers more efficiency than traditional plastic blister products, which require three times more shipping cartons, leading to increased weight, more packaging material, fewer packages per truckload and more deliveries to ship the same amount of product.
“This would be a change for many brand owners, and we knew that having the option available to provide clear product visibility for retail display would be key, so we are able to design cut-outs into the package if needed,” said Lassiter.