The use of sustainable packaging has become essential for both brand owners and consumers. In response, most of the protective foam packaging materials supplied by Excel Packaging contain at least 30% recycled material and are fully recyclable. However, concerns remain about the continued use of petrochemical-based foams, particularly due to inconsistent doorstep recycling capabilities across the UK.
With the advent of revolutionary new materials, Excel Packaging has developed a range of sustainable packaging solutions under our trademarked brand, Envirafoam®. This range includes:
- Envirafoam® R: A recyclable polyethylene foam, supplied in black and made with 65% recycled material.
- Envirafoam® EP: A recyclable polyethylene foam with 30% recycled content that enables material savings of up to 40% compared to other PE foams.
- Envirafoam® WP (Fibrease®): A lightweight, wood fiber-based foam made from FSC-certified Nordic wood. It is kerbside recyclable in the paper/cardboard waste stream and is also biodegradable.
- Envirafoam® Panda: Our latest innovation, combining the strength and sustainability of our Black Envirafoam® R (with 65% recycled content) and white polyethylene foam into a composite material. This solution offers a clean appearance and a high level of recycled content.
These innovative materials provide real-world solutions in a challenging product sector where packaging performance and quality are just as crucial as environmental sustainability.