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Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Manufacturer introduces new innovation that will make it easier than ever for online shoppers to return items: 'Redefining packaging'
Returning packages just got easier — and greener — thanks to DS Smith's newest, revolutionary tape design, Tape Back. Online shopping has made buying items easier than ever, but it is no secret that traditional methods for returning these items can be a hassle — not to mention wasteful. Traditional return policies have required customers to ship packages back on their own, with plastic sticky tape being the norm for securing materials. As detailed by Packaging World, North American-based packaging producer DS Smith hopes to eliminate that need by integrating built-in adhesive strips in its shipping materials, allowing consumers to reseal packages effortlessly. By simply uncovering the adhesive located on the inside of the box, consumers will be able to reseal their packages seamlessly. No extra materials, no waste — just peel, press, and send it back. When you think about a product's packaging, which of these factors is more important to you? The way it looks The information it provides The waste it produces I don't think about packaging at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Proponents of the design have already said it "improves customer efficiency," according to Business Wire, an ambassador for the product and an early testament to the standard the product is setting for the company. True to its mantra, "Redefining packaging for a changing world," according to its website, DS Smith's innovation marks a major step forward in packaging solutions that prioritize convenience and sustainability in an industry where this mindset is uncommon. Traditional, single-use plastic tapes are petroleum-based, which is linked to dirty energy consumption. By eliminating the need to rely on these resources, DS Smith is helping to lessen the effects of pollution while minimizing plastic waste. Less plastic consumption means less pollution on the planet, which will curb Earth's overheating and reduce the effects caused by a rising global temperature, like worsening extreme weather events, creating a brighter future for today and for future generations. Due to Tape Back's reusability, dirty energy pollution is even less, maximizing the product's efficiency and commitment to environmental consciousness. It also makes it easier for consumers to recycle curbside by limiting hidden non–recyclable material and avoiding mixing components. "DS Smith understands the growing importance of sustainable packaging solutions in today's e-commerce landscape, specifically as it relates to consumers returning goods," said Cheryl Holliday, the marketing director of DS Smith. "Tape Back is a direct response to the demand for more environmentally friendly and efficient return processes and demonstrates our commitment to creating circular design solutions." Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
DS Smith unveils temperature-controlled pharmaceutical packaging
DS Smith, an international fibre-based packaging solutions company, has launched TailorTemp, a new temperature-controlled packaging solution, for the pharmaceutical industry. The product was unveiled at the Pharmapack Europe 2025 exhibition held in Paris, France. DS Smith noted that its TailorTemp product is a response to the pharmaceutical and biotech industries' demand for sustainable options to store and transport sensitive medicinal products. It claims that its packaging solution ensures that the enclosed products remain within strictly regulated temperature parameters across various territories. The company added that TailorTemp is crafted from recyclable corrugated cardboard material. The product's dimensions, insulating properties, and coolant quantity are optimised through a parametric algorithm. The algorithm has been developed via a collaboration between DS Smith and an independent laboratory specialising in thermal transfers. The design team at DS Smith utilises the modelling tool to expedite prototyping and validate the packaging solutions under actual conditions. TailorTemp has proven its efficacy by maintaining cool temperatures for up to 36 hours. Furthermore, DS Smith's predictive modelling within TailorTemp enables precise forecasting of temperature fluctuations during storage or transit. This data is crucial in designing effective packaging solutions that are subsequently tested in laboratory conditions to ensure their reliability. The introduction of TailorTemp aligns with DS Smith's Now and Next Sustainability Strategy. DS Smith innovation product manager Marlena Hardy said: 'TailorTemp demonstrates just how versatile and reliable fibre-based material can be, not only to maintain temperatures in cold chain logistics, but also to deliver a recyclable outcome for customers seeking to meet sustainability targets. 'Design is everything, and our team is using specialist predictive modelling in the creation solutions for our pharma customers that are fit for purpose and then validating them in the laboratory without delay." Earlier this month, DS Smith launched Tape Back, a resealable e-commerce packaging solution. "DS Smith unveils temperature-controlled pharmaceutical packaging" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
