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A new HP inkjet print cartridge tripack (left) as compared to a previous model.
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In 2006, we introduced in North America new paperboard packaging for
the HP photo value pack. This new packaging replaced a PVC plastic shell
with recycled paperboard1. The new design uses 10% less packaging
material, by weight. The change will eliminate nearly 140 tonnes of PVC
packaging in 2007.
In 2006, we also replaced PVC in North America inkjet cartridge tripacks2
with recycled plastic. Additionally, while the previous design contained
separately-packaged cartridges, the new design eliminates the interior
packaging. This greatly reduces paperboard use. The display trays also
need less corrugated material and pack more densely. In all, the redesigned
tripacks will result in the replacement of 1,100 tonnes of PVC packaging
with 300 fewer tonnes recycled PET plastic and an overall reduction in
packaging material of approximately 40%, by weight.
1 A limited number of larger Photo Value Packs require "virgin"
paperboard due to packaging strength requirements.
2 The term "tripacks" is used here to describe club
store packages, most, but not all of which contain three cartridges. |
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