Chicago Paper Tube's EcoPak Recognized As Innovative Sustainable Package
EcoPak™ introduces 100% paperboard package to directly house creams, balms and oil-based products without the need for plastic or glass.
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) -- Chicago Paper Tube & Can Company, a leading manufacturer of round paperboard packaging, has been recognized for its sustainable package, EcoPak, with a Noteworthy Accomplishment Award by the 21st DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation. DuPont honored Chicago Paper Tube's sustainable packaging innovations in resource optimization, responsible sourcing, and effective recovery at their Sustainable Packaging Exchange on May 28.
Introduced in 2008, EcoPak is an all-paperboard solution for directly packaging shea butters, balms, gels and other oil-based solids in a completely biodegradable and recyclable container. Made from up to 95% recycled materials, and available with more than 80% post-consumer content, EcoPak's unique construction ends the dependence on plastic, metal and glass components traditionally used as primary-packaging materials.
Eliminating these materials and incorporating their function into the secondary paperboard package has inherent, ecological implications; instead of two containers, there is now one. The overall reduction significantly minimizes the resources and time needed to manufacture, transport and recover the package. All resources previously used during the life-cycle of the primary packaging are conserved.
"EcoPak replaces glass and plastic, which are the default primary packaging solutions for personal-care products," says Jonathan Dudlak, Project Manager at Chicago Paper Tube. "EcoPak was developed in response to clients who asked for a simple yet elegant way to directly package their products in a more environmentally friendly fashion."
Since the papers used to construct EcoPak can be made from recycled fibers, forests remain untouched. After completion of the manufacturing process, any paper waste is recycled again and turned into reusable paperboard. Once the consumer is finished with the product, the entire package can be recycled, completing the cradle-to-cradle cycle.
"Born out of one customer's need, EcoPak is one of the most well received lines in the company's long history," says John Dudlak, President of Chicago Paper Tube. "Customers have always sought out new and exciting ways to promote their products, but recently we've seen an amazing shift in creative ways of increasing sustainability as well."
While sustainability is EcoPak's strongest attribute, its broad range of finishes also make it one of the most versatile containers on the market. It can easily be styled with a premium appearance for cosmetic and personal care products or outfitted with a natural look for organic branding. EcoPak containers can be fashioned in nearly any style offered by Chicago Paper Tube's inherently eco-friendly Rolled Edge and Natural collections. It can be sized to accommodate virtually any volume of product and is available custom-printed with FSC-certified papers and soy-based inks.
EcoPak has been featured in Package Design Magazine's Sustainable Webinar, Brand Packaging's 2009 Sustainable Packaging Design Gallery and highlighted at HBA's 2008 New Products Showcase.
Chicago Paper Tube & Can Company, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of custom, high-end, round paperboard containers and industrial products exclusively manufactured in the United States. Headquartered in Chicago since 1898, Chicago Paper Tube provides sustainable packaging for designer brands and luxury labels within a diverse group of industries, including health and beauty, home care and gourmet foods.
SOURCE: PRWeb
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