Felix Schoeller to Present Sustainability Solutions at PRINTING United Expo

Felix Schoeller is fulfilling its PAPER MADE FOR LIFE brand promise with a glimpse at new sustainable product solutions at this year's PRINTING United Expo, September 10-12, 2024 in Las Vegas.

The S-RACE TERRA sublimation paper made of 100% recycled fibers, the SCM pro terra, and the polyethylene-free ULTRA green photo paper are the consistent implementations of the promise to use resources and make an essential contribution to society consciously and the environment with sustainable paper solutions - without compromising on quality. As if that wasn't enough, the new paper-based DTF transfer product TRANSFER DT paper with 67% less plastic will soon be a sustainable addition to the transfer films in the product portfolio. Attendees can experience sustainable solutions and new products live at the trade fair stand at booth no. SL11130.

“We are driving forward our one-stop-shop approach and are in the process of launching sustainable solutions with real added value for our customers. In doing so, we are thinking paper further and showing that PAPER MADE FOR LIFE is not just lip service,” says Hadrien Cottin, Vice-President of Sales Digital Media Americas. “Rather, it is an expression of an honest endeavor to find sustainable solutions with real added value for our customers.”

S-RACE TERRA makes the sublimation printing process even more sustainable

With the S-RACE portfolio, Felix Schoeller has developed a sublimation paper that consists entirely of 100 percent recycled fibers. These industrial fiber residues, such as tissue, books, or envelopes, always come from the same known sources to ensure consistent formulations. This ensures the high quality and unique properties of S-RACE sublimation papers. No fresh pulp is needed, which conserves valuable resources. This process leads to a 25% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional sublimation papers. With its future-proof technology, SRACE sublimation papers are not only a sustainable solution for products in the sports and textile industries. The portfolio also offers papers for every type of sublimation application with products from 75 to 120 g/m² for all those who professionally print and produce any kind of textile application and merchandise and personalized items like cups, ornaments and panels. Of particular interest to the Printing United audience is the S-RACE Photo Panel Pro 120, which was developed together with Universal Woods and their ChromaLuxe brand. It is designed for professional large format printers that can use it to process small and large format applications. It offers perfect edge-to-edge image reproduction, more vibrant colors, and deeper, non-cloudy blacks, making it the perfect complement to ChromaLuxe panels.

Sustainable prints for advertising materials at the point of sale

Like the S-RACE TERRA, the new SCM pro terra paper comprises 65% recycled fibers. The manufacturing process of this specially coated matt paper requires only a small amount of virgin pulp, thus conserving resources. As a result, CO2 emissions can be reduced by as much as 33% compared to conventional SCM papers. With its unique naturally recycled matt surface, the 95-gram paper offers excellent line sharpness. At the same time, the special coating guarantees brilliant and intense colors for a sustainable solution for advertising materials at the point of sale.

ULTRA green paper for sustainable high-end photo quality without polyethylene

ULTRA green Semi-Gloss 230 is a sustainable alternative to high-quality inkjet photo papers with PE-based coatings. The newly developed pigment-based barrier layer is free from polyethylene. The white photo paper has a semi-gloss surface. It is perfect for sustainable poster printing in high-end photo quality thanks to its microporous ink-receiving layer. ULTRA green is made from 100% FSC-certified pulp and is made in Germany.

Coming soon: TRANSFER DT paper Matt 110 complements the portfolio of high-quality
transfer media

TRANSFER DT paper Matt 110 complements the portfolio of high-quality Felix Schoeller transfer media - sustainably and without compromise. The FSC-certified transfer paper saves 67% of plastic and thus conserves important resources. At the same time, it guarantees the same excellent properties in the DTF process as high-quality transfer films - for intense colors and stable production and processing processes. "We are putting our words into action and offering customers and partners the opportunity to help drive change with sustainable solutions," says Dieter Kaumkötter, Product Manager Transfer Media. In 2023, Felix Schoeller announced its entry into the world of transfer media and launched two TRANSFER DTF films and a classic transfer film for screen printing processes. At the same time, the company promised to offer a solution based on renewable raw materials in the long term. Felix Schoeller reached this milestone with the help of in-house development teams, product experts, and valuable feedback from test customers. The new paper-based DTF solution TRANSFER DT paper will be announced at PRINTING United and will be commercially available soon. The comprehensive product portfolio with four high-quality transfer media is ready for the market.

Source: Felix Schoeller

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