Eco-friendly labels and sustainable development in long-term use applications
Sustainability has ceased to be a buzzword and has become a measurable goal for many industrial companies. Its challenges are increasingly affecting industries that use sustainable labels. These include the electrical and appliance industries, the automotive industry, all the way up to the manufacture of machine components. Regulatory requirements, climate policies and ESG goals are driving companies to look for solutions to reduce their environmental impact without sacrificing product quality and safety, such as eco-friendly labels. We write about them in the text below. Read!
This becomes especially important in the case of labels that perform an identification or warning function throughout the product life cycle. We are talking about PET or PP materials that are resistant to moisture, high temperatures, UV radiation, chemicals or abrasion. A label in industrial applications must remain effective and legible for many years – regardless of the conditions in which the product operates.
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Eco-friendly labels from PCR and PCI recyclates – new sources, same requirements
One of the key developments to meet the above requirements is the use of recycled materials. The labelstock market is increasingly providing solutions based on recycled materials, such as:
- PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) – plastics derived from post-consumer waste (e.g. PET bottles),
- PCI (Post-Industrial Recycled) – production waste, recycled directly from industrial processes.
Both types of recyclates play an important role in a closed loop economy. However, it is PCR that is particularly important for the environment. This is because its use reduces dependence on primary raw materials, reduces emissions and supports the development of recycling infrastructure.
Linerless labels – an eco-friendly solution for many industries
Importantly, the recycled solutions available on the market today are not experimental alternatives. They are full-fledged materials with proven durability and resistance. They are designed with industrial applications in mind, where the label must remain reliable regardless of external factors. This means there is no question of compromise. The new materials must – and do – meet the same requirements as their original counterparts.
Responsibility that goes with quality
Companies deciding to switch to recycled-containing materials today have a real choice. They can implement solutions that support sustainability goals without sacrificing quality or functionality. For many companies, this is an opportunity to actively pursue an ESG strategy. In addition, to respond to the growing expectations of customers and business partners.
At Etisoft, we realize that switching to recycled materials is not just a matter of image. It’s a responsibility that we combine with technical requirements and industry quality standards. That’s why we offer self-adhesive labels based on materials containing recyclates. They prove themselves in the toughest conditions – where durability and reliability are unquestionable.
Sustainability in labeling durable products is not a choice today – it’s a direction we at Etisoft have already taken. Now we can put it into practice together – responsibly, effectively and without compromise.
Looking for proven labeling solutions in line with ESG goals? Contact us – together we will find a solution that combines quality with responsibility!
