Sustainable products Archives

13 Jul 2023

New sealant technology at the helm

By Staff Writer

Sika is launching a newly developed polyurethane sealant technology.

29 Mar 2023

Presenting sustainable & digital labelling solutions at Interpack 2023

By Staff Writer

CCL_INTERPACK_ENCCL Label, the world leader in specialty label and packaging solutions, will be showcasing their latest innovations and best practice examples at the Interpack trade fair that takes place in Duesseldorf, Germany, from May 4 to 10. Meet the sustainable label family One of the center pieces of the CCL exhibition will be the “Sustainable...

06 Apr 2021

Sustainable engineering - recovery & conversion

By Staff Writer

RECCONTEC represents recovery and conversion. Integrate technologies and processes for the treatment and utilization of different waste streams in one Waste-Conversion-Center. The task is ELECTRICITY MAXIMIZATION while recycling; avoid emissions; clean waters and eliminate landfills waste. Waste-Conversion-Center process the following waste types: Unsorted municipal solid waste (MSW) Sewage sludge and wastewater from septic tanks Old tires, wood waste, bulky waste Landfill reduction, deconstruction and re-naturalization Hospital waste and specific hazardous waste...

30 Oct 2020

Revolutionary green roofing

By Staff Writer

Roof tile design has seen minimal innovation in centuries. Thick; heavy concrete or clay tiles simply fit together. But; tiles hold down a considerable weight to the roof structure. This in turn dictates strong, heavy and expensive roofing structures to cope with the load. These heavy roof tiles are hard and brittle. This results in...

19 Oct 2020

New milestone in sustainable flooring

By Staff Writer

Interface, major global modular flooring producer and a world leader in sustainable flooring, developed a new carpet tile backing with “the lowest carbon footprint ever”. The new CQuestBio backing contains no petrochemicals (virgin oil) and features the highest level of bio-based content at the start of its lifecycle, coupled with 100% recyclability at the end...

05 May 2020

New study shows xylitol could help to control the growth of skin microbes

By Staff Writer

A recently published study has shown that XIVIA Xylitol has a positive effect on skin microbial growth. The study titled ‘Evaluation of xylitol as an agent that controls the growth of skin microbes: Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Cutibacterium acnes’ was published in the Korean Journal of Microbiology. Wood-based sweetener The researchers’ aim was to...

20 Mar 2017

Van Dyck Carpets capitalises on new flooring trends with sustainable and innovative new products

By Staff Writer

Van Dyck Carpets, a division of PFE International, is set to capitalise on new trends in flooring by meeting market demands with innovative and sustainable new products.

22 Feb 2017

Driving sustainability through energy efficiency initiatives

By Staff Writer

Judicious energy usage is not just a passing concern, but one which is now a fundamental part of every organisation’s operational philosophy. As pressure mounts to find creative ways of not only preserving non-renewable energy resources but to also find alternative fuel sources, it is critical for all businesses to commit to driving energy efficiency...

04 Nov 2016

Proudly South African manufacturer wins international sustainability award

By Staff Writer

Based on its recent analysis of the biological cleaning market, Frost & Sullivan recognised Green Worx Cleaning Solutions with the 2016 South African Frost & Sullivan Award for New Product Innovation. Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents this award to the company that has developed an innovative element in a product by leveraging leading-edge technologies.

27 Oct 2016

Woolworths launches first plant-based milk bottle

By Staff Writer

Woolworths has announced the launch of an innovative green milk bottle consisting of 30% plant-based plastic, a first for the dairy industry in South Africa. The entire Woolworths fresh milk range will now be packaged in the new plant-based bottles, giving consumers the opportunity to enjoy milk today with tomorrow in mind.

27 Oct 2016

Mashesha stove uses less wood and burns cleaner

By Staff Writer

An innovatively designed stove that will provide rural schools with a safe and quick way to cook for learners, while helping to save the planet, recently attracted the attention of judges during a competition for technology start-ups.

19 Sep 2016

Solid board made of tomato plants wins Packaging Europe Sustainability Awards 2016

By Staff Writer

The winner of the Packaging Europe Sustainability Awards 2016 is the unique solid board enriched with tomato plant fibres, produced by SOLIDUS SOLUTIONS. This competition was organised for the second time by Packaging Europe, the renowned, international trade magazine about packaging. In each of the eight categories a winner was elected and the solid board...