In the push for a greener and cleaner economy, more and more consumers prioritize sustainability when making purchasing decisions. That could mean anything from the way the product is manufactured to its packaging. In fact, eco-friendly product packaging is becoming more of a consumer concern. According to McKinsey, about half of American consumers are willing to pay more for eco-friendly packaging. That’s a number that can’t be ignored.
Now, the important question: what can you do as a manufacturer to take advantage of this growing consumer mindset? Thermoforming packaging is durable, cost-effective, and incredibly sustainable. Here, we’ll explore how thermoforming is an eco-friendly product packaging option. Let’s dive in.
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Thermoformed Packaging and Sustainability
First: what is thermoforming? Thermoforming involves heating a plastic polymer until it is soft and malleable. Then it is stretched across a custom mold where it hardens into its desired shape once cooled.
Thermoforming is an eco-friendly product packaging option. Let’s take a closer look at the reasons why and how it can reduce plastic waste.
Waste Reduction
Recycling thermoformed packaging means that it doesn’t need to go to landfills where it could take a long time to decompose. The U.S. is expected to run out of space in landfills by 2036. An eco-friendly product packaging option like thermoforming will reduce plastic waste, leaving more room in these ever-shrinking landfills.
Better still — at Orange Packaging, we utilize an innovative and one-of-a-kind bio-additive that makes plastic break down in any environment. This reduces the amount of waste and has zero negative impact on the environment. With this versatile and sustainable bio-additive, plastic can decompose in any environment, making it an incredibly eco-friendly option. At Orange Packaging, our innovation and dedication to sustainability is unmatched.
Less Material Usage
Typically, thermoforming is incredibly efficient and uses fewer materials than other packaging processes. Thermoforming is precise and doesn’t waste as much material. One reason why it’s such an enticing eco-friendly product packaging option is because it can be customized to fit precise requirements, resulting in a lower scrap rate and creating final products faster.
Widely Recyclable
One major sustainable advantage to thermoforming is that thermoplastics are recyclable, meaning that they can be repurposed multiple times without any significant changes to their chemical properties. Recycling this material also means that there’s a reduced need to make new products, decreasing energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Orange Can Help with Eco-Friendly Product Packaging
For sustainable thermoforming packaging, turn to the Orange Packaging team. Since 1950, we’ve been providing our customers with comprehensive packaging solutions. From initial design to finishing to shipment, you can trust us to ensure your packaging needs are met.
At Orange, we are committed to quality and strive to find the ideal packaging solution for your unique application. Trust Orange to deliver quality eco-friendly product packaging every time.
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