The Verge Science
30 March 2026
A new manufacturing process uses lasers to seal paper packaging instead of glue
Why It Matters for ITAD
New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing. Growing ESG focus creates opportunities for ITAD companies with strong sustainability credentials.
Although paper is a more environmentally friendly packaging material than plastic, it's often contaminated with additives, such as adhesives used to create a secure seal. That complicates the recycling process and reduces the quality of recycled paper. Now, German researchers at four Fraunhofer institutes have developed an alternative process that can seal paper packaging without […]
Key Takeaways
- • A new manufacturing process uses lasers to seal paper packaging instead of glue.
