DGeo, part of the DG Solutions Division at Labelmaster, has formed a partnership with Lifoam Industries, a subsidiary of Altor Solutions, to enhance its sustainable packaging solutions.
The collaboration introduces BioEPS packaging, a biodegradable alternative to traditional expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam, which is said to have been designed for the safe and compliant transportation of temperature-sensitive goods.
Traditional EPS foam, commonly used for insulation and protection, is known for its longevity in the environment, often taking centuries to decompose.
In contrast, BioEPS incorporates a biobased additive, enabling it to break down in bioreactive landfills by an average of 92% within four years, without leaving harmful microplastics behind.
BioEPS packaging is versatile and suitable for temperature control, impact protection, and void fill, among other uses.
It offers a seamless transition for organisations looking to bolster their sustainability efforts, as it can be recycled alongside conventional EPS materials without the need for additional sorting or separation processes.
DGeo packaging development director John Glaser said: “The tens of millions of traditional EPS foam products used annually are not sustainable and conflict with many green initiatives.
“Adding BioEPS packaging to our product portfolio allows us to provide an environmentally friendly replacement to traditional EPS that delivers the same quality and function for a comparable price.”
The BioEPS packaging solution is available for immediate dispatch.
Lifoam new business development senior director Scott Dyvig said: “EPS has been a mainstay in cold-chain and protective packaging for many years due to its high performance in thermal and physical applications and proven to be a challenge to replace, even in the face of a heightened scientific and cultural awareness around its environmental impact.
“By utilising BioEPS packaging, companies and consumers can get all the benefits of traditional EPS with a better end-of-life story.”
