Dow has announced that its INVISU 7007 wash-off pressure sensitive adhesive has received recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) as meeting or exceeding its most strict Critical Guidance Protocol for the recycling of clear PET articles with filmic labels and closures. APR’s Critical Guidance Recognition is a widely accepted recyclability assessment for plastics packaging and is granted to companies whose products solve challenges in sustainable package design.

“Labels are a crucial part of packaging as they convey important information to the end user,” comments Isabelle Uhl, R&D/TS&D fellow at Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics. “INVISU 7007 Water-Borne Label Adhesive combines high performance with recyclability, as we believe our customers should not have to compromise one for the other. We prioritize innovation to deliver quality solutions that utilize design for recyclability and help the industry meet their sustainability commitments.”

Meanwhile, Apex Pro America, a five-year-old lamination provider, has opened the doors to its state-of-the-art facility in Lexington, TN, USA, promising a new era of excellence and innovation in the field. Bob Kuminski, a seasoned sales expert and the company’s newly appointed director of business development, spearheaded the project.

Co-owners, Serena Lu and Alex Chen, were integral in the facility design and construction. This combined trio has the experience of more than 75 years and has ushered the company into a new era.

The newly inaugurated facility stands as a testament to Apex Pro America’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in lamination.

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