As a leading North American manufacturer of polyethylene (PE) films, we believe that it is our responsibility to: 

  • Aggressively pursue legitimately sustainable products 

  • Educate our customers and consumers on the true sustainability of PE film products 

  • Promote responsible recycling of the products we make 

We support Inteplast Group’s sustainability vision through a combination of sustainable flexible packaging product innovation and industry-leading manufacturing best practices. 

Keep reading to learn more about how Inteplast Engineered Films (IEF) is supporting the shift to more sustainable flexible packaging.

InteGreen™ Family of Sustainable Films 

IEF’s InteGreen™ family of sustainable films supports brand owners and packaging converters alike in their pursuit of more sustainable flexible packaging options. Our innovative portfolio of sustainable PE films includes solutions that support the circular economy and other sustainability initiatives, including recycling, landfill avoidance, compost-ability, downgauging/source reduction, and more. 

Our current InteGreen portfolio includes: 

  • Films with recycled content (PCR & PIR) 

  • All-PE store drop-off recyclable films 

  • Store drop-off recycle-ready films 

  • PFAS-compliant films 

  • Compostable films 

We are constantly seeking strategic partnerships to help develop the next generation of sustainable packaging innovations. Recent sustainable packaging product highlights include: 

  • Mailer bag films with up to 80% recycled content  

  • Low seal initiation temperature (SIT) films for recyclable mono-material flexible packaging 

  • Expansion of our How2Recycle® pre-qualified films for Store Drop-off recycling 

Interested in learning more? Reach out to an IEF sustainable packaging expert today. 

Sustainable Packaging Coalition Membership  

In August 2020, IEF joined the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC), collaborating with industry leading suppliers and brand owners to advance the development of sustainable packaging solutions. IEF remains active within the coalition and its events. 

Attending an upcoming SPC event and want to get in touch with an IEF representative? Contact us today. 

Energy-Efficient Technologies and Manufacturing Best Practices 

IEF continually invests in state-of-the-art machinery that optimizes energy use and minimizes waste. By implementing energy-saving measures and upgrading equipment, we significantly reduce energy consumption associated with film production. 

We are also proud to be partners in several programs aimed at supporting environmentally responsible manufacturing best practices, including Operation Clean Sweep which is an industry-led program aimed at eliminating plastic resin loss during operations. 

Our facilities follow strict environmental guidelines to ensure minimal impact on the surrounding environment. From waste reduction programs to water conservation efforts, we are committed to sustainable practices at every level of our operations.  

We also seek out opportunities to collaborate on sustainable operations with our customers. For example, our Prattville, Alabama location has implemented an innovative packaging “buy back” program with a customer, where packaging materials and pallets are returned by the customer to be safely re-used multiple times over. 

For businesses seeking reliable, high-quality packaging solutions that align with sustainability goals, IEF stands ready to deliver. Contact an IEF representative today to learn more about how our sustainable initiatives can help you achieve your environmental goals while meeting your packaging needs. 

 

At IEF, It's About the Film. 

Published August 2024