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Industry Leaders Discuss the Future of Sustainable Labels

Industry Leaders Discuss the Future of Sustainable Labels

SmartSolve’s CRO Alex Abbott Joins People of Packaging Podcast

We’re thrilled to share that Alex Abbott, our Chief Revenue Officer, recently joined Adam Peek’s renowned People of Packaging Podcast. In this episode, Alex, Adam, and Rosalyn Bandy, the VP of Sustainability at TLMI, delve into the future of the label industry.

Episode Key Takeaways

  1. The Pivotal Role of Labels in Recycling: Labels play a crucial role in recycling, particularly for PET containers. The discussion highlighted the industry’s shift towards sustainable solutions, emphasizing the necessity of proper labeling for effective recycling.
  2. SmartSolve’s Groundbreaking Water-Soluble Paper Labels: Alex shared insights on SmartSolve’s APR Design® for Recyclability Recognized water-soluble paper labels. These labels represent a significant advancement in the packaging industry, offering a sustainable solution that aligns with recycling initiatives.
  3. Collaboration for Enhanced Sustainability The conversation underscored the importance of collaboration between organizations like TLMI (Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute) and APR (The Association of Plastic Recyclers). By working together, they aim to enhance recycling processes and promote sustainability within the industry. It’s noteworthy that labels are a significant issue in plastic recycling, with 85% of problems stemming from labels.

Watch the full podcast below.

272 – Labels are the biggest problem in PET plastic recycling. Is the answer SmartSolve? by Adam Peek

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