Starting point for the analysis:
acResin® and solvent-borne acrylics show comparable performance when used as raw materials for durable labels.
But what about cost and sustainability?
EMEA
Dispersions & Resins
Eco-Efficiency Analysis
An independently reviewed analysis found that, in comparison with solvent-based adhesives, acResin®-based adhesives are both the less expensive and the more sustainable solution for durable labels.
Eco-Efficiency Analysis
Adhesive production for durable labels: acResin® versus solvent-based acrylic
Results: acResin® sets new benchmarks in eco-efficiency
- Using acResin® is safer and cleaner for both humans and the environment
- Using acResin® saves money
Environmental impact
Climate change (carbon footprint)
With acResin® you can save
2,500 kg CO2-eq per 20,000 m2, which equals
2,500 tons CO2 savings per year *
* Assuming 300 days of laminate production for durable labels with line speed of 30 m/min
How to compensate for
2,500 tons of CO2?
Plant 5,000 trees!
... or switch to acResin®.
Independent review of Eco-Efficiency Analysis
- System under evaluation:
Production of 20,000 m2 of laminate for durable labels (1.6 m width) - acResin® A 250 UV was compared to a solvent-borne acrylate (50% solid content); with line speed of 30 m/min
- The analysis followed international standards for life cycle and eco-efficiency assessment (ISO 14040:2006, ISO 14044:2006, ISO 14045:2012)
