With a heightened focus on reducing plastic waste and promoting eco-friendly alternatives, molded fiber is returning as the most common material for egg cartons. Known for its recyclability, low cost, durability, and minimal environmental impact, molded fiber is meeting the needs of manufacturers and environmentally conscious consumers. The new US Egg Packaging projects an increasing demand for egg cartons over the next several years. Woody’s Paper is a wholesale distributor of paper and printing supplies committed to renewability and open to growing our business by including egg cartons in our distribution inventory! Here are more details on the rising demand for egg cartons.
According to the new US Egg Packaging, demand for egg cartons is projected to increase 2.0% annually to $922 million in 2028, with units advancing less than 1% per year to 4.3 billion. Molded fiber and rigid plastic cartons will both register good growth going forward, while demand for EPS foam cartons is forecast to decline due to sustainability concerns and growing restrictions on EPS foam packaging.
Molded fiber is the most common material for egg cartons due to its sustainability, low cost, and good cushioning properties. After losing market share to both foam and rigid plastic in the past, molded fiber is now regaining share from its plastic competitors. More end users are shifting away from foam to molded fiber due to sustainability concerns and growing government regulations on foam use. Molded fiber is also competing more heavily in premium markets with rigid plastic due to improvements in molded fiber carton aesthetics and performance.
Rigid plastic accounts for the smallest share of the materials types used in egg cartons in unit terms, but has seen above average growth, aided by its premium aesthetic and capacity to be easily recycled. Furthermore, due to its transparent nature, consumers are able to easily inspect eggs for cracks without having to open the packaging. Rigid plastic sees significant use with organic and cage-free eggs, with demand driven primarily by rising sales of premium eggs.
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The growing demand for sustainable paper production has led to a greater focus on recycling and optimizing manufacturing processes. Voith is leading the way with its optimized Low Consistency (LC) pulping system for processing recycled paper. This advanced system enhances the efficiency of fiber recovery, minimizes energy consumption, and reduces waste, offering significant benefits to the environment and the paper industry. Woody’s Paper has always been eco-conscious and passionate about providing renewably sourced products. Read more about this innovative development by Voith here:
Voith presents its optimized LC (low-consistency) pulping system for recycled paper. The previous TwinPulp system has undergone extensive further development, with the focus on improving efficiency and reducing costs. Following the optimization of the IntensaPump after the IntensaPulper IP-R, the IntensaMaXX and the IntensaScreenDrum, the revisions of all main components have been successfully completed. The high-performance OCC dissolution system, which meets the latest technological standards, is now available under the name BluePulpLC.
“We are proud that we have been able to further develop our TwinPulp pulping system into the BluePulpLC, a product of the proven BlueLine product family,” says Wolfgang Müller, Global Product Manager Pulping. “It now combines all the key economic and technological advantages that our BlueLine portfolio stands for: reduced fiber loss; low energy consumption; simple, safe operation; increased runability; and a robust, low-maintenance machine design.”
Every component of BluePulpLC contributes to more efficient and reliable resolution. Compared to conventional LC pulpers, energy consumption can be reduced by up to 25 percent with the eccentric IntensaPulper IP-R. The improved IntensaPump conveys the highly contaminated stock flow from the IntensaPulper IP-R to the IntensaMaXX disposal machine largely free of blockages, enabling energy savings of up to 30 percent and reducing wear at the same time. IntensaMaXX allows for maximum contaminant contents, while the special shape of the housing suppresses the formation of spinnings. The IntensaScreenDrum screening drum washes out rejects very efficiently, thanks to sophisticated spray pipes, and minimizes fiber losses.
BluePulpLC can be integrated into existing stock preparation systems as well as newly configured systems. The response is impressive. For Bulleh Shah Packaging, the installation of BluePulpLC has been a valuable step.
“The Voith pulper is outclass. We get very convincing results. It delivers uniform mixing and separates reliably,” reports Mohammad Asghar, Manager OCC Stock prep area PM6 and PM7 at Bulleh Shah Packaging. “After installing the IntensaPump and its back flushing sequence, we are running free of blockage issues and are 100 percent satisfied with the performance.” The IntensaScreenDrum also receives special recognition: “I have never seen such a high-performance screen in my career. It completely removes plastics and supports us in reaching maximum yield after pulper slushing.”
With the development of the BluePulpLC system, Voith once again underlines its goal to provide sustainable and resource-efficient solutions for paper production from a single source, thereby increasing productivity and profitability for its customers.
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The paper-packaging industry is experiencing significant transformation this year, as companies are making notable adjustments to protect their profit margins, secure their businesses, and meet consumer and market demands while other sectors remain robust. Five key trends are impacting the paper and packaging industry this year. Woody’s Paper is more than a wholesale paper and printing supplies distributor — we are a trusted partner in ensuring businesses thrive. Read on for insights into the trends identified here, and give us a call!
The paper and packaging industry stabilized following a lockdown-related boom, but 2023 has indeed been a volatile year because of rising expenses as well as supply chain issues brought on by high interest rates, Brexit, conflict, as well as economic instability.
Moving forward to 2024, one can expect significant changes in how companies go on to respond to protect their profit margins, safeguard their businesses, and at the same time meet the demands of consumers along with the market.
It is well to be noted that there are 5 major trends that are expected to make prominent impact on paper and packaging industry next year:
As the price of paper dips, it is more important to safeguard profit margins
Right from June 2020 to January 2023, the prices of paper almost doubled due to various elements such as dips when it comes to commodities, surging energy prices, effect of Brexit, and at the same time rising costs when it comes to freight. Apart from this, a substantial surge in e-commerce because of nationwide lockdowns was witnessed, which caused a significant surge in home deliveries.
In 2024, paper and also packaging manufacturers will most probably begin to reduce prices on a consistent basis.
Buoyancy in e-commerce
In the five years that have gone by, one has gone on to see a decline in terms of high street as consumers prefer the convenience as well as affordability of online shopping in a more consistent way. This shift in consumer behavior has led to the shutdown of well-known stores such as Topshop and Wilkinsons. The fact is that the move towards increased online spending gained a significant rise during the national lockdowns that came into effect in 2020. According to Ofcom, this went on to result in a 48% YoY surge, amounting to £116 billion. The significant increase in deliveries led to a surge in packaging material demand.
While a slight decline of 0.3% did take place in online retail sales in September compared to the previous month, the sales numbers of 26.7% still go on to indicate a market that’s strong and thriving. Additionally, these numbers happen to be significantly higher than the sales recorded during the same period in 2019 at 18.1%. Given the evolving consumer demand and spending trends, there is a buoyancy that goes on to suggest a chance for agile paper and packaging suppliers in 2024.
Greater utilization of bags
Progress in e-commerce has led to brown packing boxes going on to be a significant tool in the arsenal. There is a rising awareness among consumers regarding the alternatives they make use of and how they tend to be affected by the environment.
The pursuit of cost savings, teamed with this factor, is leading to a major shift towards the adoption of smaller as well as lighter packaging. Furthermore, there is a trend that’s surging of replacing boxes with bags as the preferred packaging option.
Although they are made of plastic, these bags happen to be recycled frequently. Additionally, their flexibility, size, and weight contribute to a significant amount of cost savings in transportation while at the same time providing environmental advantages.
Retailers happen to be increasingly exploring cost-cutting options for delivery. One emerging trend is the growing popularity when it comes to multi-use bags, which not only serve as a means of delivering products to customers but also offer the convenience of being used for returns. After the retailer receives the bag back, they reintroduce it into the recycling system.
There happen to be many benefits to using bags, which is why they are becoming increasingly popular when it comes to transporting goods. It is expected that in 2024, retailers will seek more efficient choices, and one may witness a broader utilization of bags.
Better use of boxes
Bags don’t happen to be always be able to perform the same tasks such as boxes. In certain situations, a standard cardboard box continues to be one of the most effective solutions.
In the current market scenario, companies are actively seeking ways to enhance their efficiency and also reduce costs. This involves going out of the way to adopting methods to enhance the efficiency of packaging utilization.
One can go on to expect that more companies will adopt an Ikea-style approach, where they will discover innovative methods so as to maximize the utilization of space within packaging, consolidate orders, as well as minimize packaging size. It doesn’t come as a surprise if this has a ripple effect on paper prices and producers.
Food, medicine, and pharmaceutical industries to remain strong
Given the fact that the economy happens to be in a precarious state and that the ongoing challenges of high living costs exist, it is expected that certain sectors, such as fast fashion as well as FMCG, will continue to get affected. This will have repercussions when it comes to the packaging sector in the coming year.
However, product and service demand in recession-proof categories will continue to remain stable. One essential aspect happens to be food. All need to eat, and in order to do so, packaging is essential. It is worth noting that gone are the times when butchers were permitted to wrap meat in yesterday’s newspaper.
Another sector that is anticipated to withstand economic challenges is the medical as well as pharmaceutical industries. The pharma sector tends to remain strong during economic downturns because of the essential nature of medicines. Medical packaging has gone on to become incredibly advanced when it comes to technology.
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The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has praised the European Union’s recent decision to extend the deadline for compliance with its deforestation regulation to December 2025. This extension provides much-needed flexibility for industries affected by the regulation, giving companies more time to implement sustainable sourcing practices and ensure compliance with new environmental standards. Woody’s Paper understands the significance of this decision, the potential benefits for the forest products industry, and how it supports global efforts to combat deforestation while maintaining sustainable business practices. We offer eco-friendly, high-quality, and competitively-priced products that meet numerous industry standards. Read AF&PA’s statement regarding the EU’s decision here.
The American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Heidi Brock released the following statement regarding the European Union’s Commission decision to extend the EU Deforestation Regulation implementation deadline to December 2025.
“We appreciate the EU Commission for being responsive to U.S. government officials and the numerous partners across the globe who have voiced concerns about the complex requirements and significant technical barriers of EUDR. Today’s additional guidance and extension of the implementation deadline provides industries like ours with more time to engage on workable solutions that avoid trade disruptions.”
“AF&PA fully supports the EUDR goal of deforestation-free supply chains. The U.S. pulp and paper industry is not linked to global deforestation and forest degradation.”
“We believe in balanced and achievable regulations, and are a strong proponent of international efforts to address deforestation and forest degradation. As such we welcome the Commission’s commitment to a stronger cooperation framework.”
“We look forward to the opportunity for continued dialogue with EU regulators and other stakeholders to refine and improve the EUDR’s overall effectiveness.”
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