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The different uses of heat-sealable paper

The different uses of heat-sealable paper

Heat-sealable paper is a quite recent product in the packaging industry. First introduced with the "e-bliss" project which was created from the collaboration between the CITEO and the Centre Technique du Papier, it has slowly but surely made its way into our daily...

The different types of food papers

The different types of food papers

Food papers are widely used in the fast food industry, but also across the entire food industry. Easy to use for packaging, transporting, or storing, these papers have to comply with a number of important criteria, and regulations regarding food contact in order to...

Wich kraft paper for packaging ?

Wich kraft paper for packaging ?

It's no longer a secret that kraft paper is one of the most widely used and appreciated papers in many sectors, for commercial applications in the packaging industry and private applications for instance packing during moving. And for good reason, kraft paper has a...

Protective paper for glass: properties

Protective paper for glass: properties

Glass is a material that is widely used in industry, particularly for the automotive sector, household appliance sector, construction industry, etc. On the other hand, glass is a delicate material that can easily be scratched or broken. Indeed, great care is needed...

What are the different types of recyclable packaging paper?

What are the different types of recyclable packaging paper?

Packaging paper is a product that is found absolutely everywhere and in every industry: food, removal services or even glassware. Perfect for packaging, over-packaging, protecting or even packing fragile objects, there are many types of packaging paper depending on the use. But beware, not all packaging paper materials are recyclable!

Choosing recyclable paper for packaging uses in the catering sector

Choosing recyclable paper for packaging uses in the catering sector

Since the passing of the Anti-Waste Law for a Circular Economy ("AGEC") and the new measures put in place in 2022, single-use plastic packaging has become the pet hate of consumers. Indeed, following the ban on straws, cutlery, plates or even plastic boxes in 2022,...

Environmental logos and labels related to paper

Environmental logos and labels related to paper

On average, paper and cardboard take three months to one year to decompose, if they are not recycled. From plastic, it takes 100 to 1000 years. The difference is huge! What's more, paper and cardboard are easily recyclable materials, which can be recycled within the...

Wrapping paper and kraft paper: what’s the difference ?

Wrapping paper and kraft paper: what’s the difference ?

In the paper industry, there are many different paper grades designed for various industries such as the food or packaging sectors. Kraft paper, for example, is one of the most widely used types of paper in the logistics sector used to package parcels. "Kraft" means...

Recycled kraft paper: the manufacturing process

Recycled kraft paper: the manufacturing process

Known for its great strength and tear resistance, kraft paper is a product used by many sectors including industry, and food and logistics. What's more, recycled kraft paper is often commended for its ecological properties, which includes being fully recyclable. The...

The paper industry faced with rising paper costs.

The paper industry faced with rising paper costs.

It's no secret that a series of crises and, more recently, the COVID-19 pandemic have affected many industries in Europe and around the world. Unfortunately, our paper industry has not been spared! Between the logistical problems and problems with the supply of raw...

What machines do you need to make and cut packaging paper?

What machines do you need to make and cut packaging paper?

Packaging paper, as its name suggests, is used in many industries for packaging, but also for protecting and packing fragile items. The range of packaging paper is very varied and can be used for packaging an extremely wide range of products. There are different types...

An alternative to plastic envelopes: paper magazine packaging

An alternative to plastic envelopes: paper magazine packaging

Plastic magazine bags are finished. Make way for 100% recyclable paper magazine packaging! Moving towards no more plastic Single-use plastic packaging has become public enemy number 1 in just a few years. Indeed, several million tonnes of waste end up directly in our...