04 Feb 2022 --- Airnov Healthcare Packaging is introducing an environmentally sustainable packaging solution to replace plastic pails and reduce waste. The new packaging consists of cardboard from replantable trees that can be recycled or naturally decompose. Nicolas Martinez, global product manager at Airnov, tells PackagingInsights: “The carton boxes are sourced domestically in the US. Cardboard box packaging is one of the most recycled materials, with over 90% of cardboard made from recycled papers and cartons.”“With this new option from our plant in Belen, we hope to pull hundreds of metric tons of plastic out of use by converting secondary packaging from plastic to cardboard.”“Cartons are more lightweight and efficient in the space they use, optimizing transport and warehouse space.”The carton packaging boasts similar performance to plastic pails by utilizing high-barrier bags, which provide competitive shelf life for three years, adds Martinez.The new packaging solution is available now for drop-in products, including Airnov’s entire range of drop-in desiccants such as packets, bags and canisters in all weights and sizes.
