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DS Smith, an International Paper company and a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions made from cellulose fibres, and SOMFY, a global specialist leader in automated and connected home and building equipment including automated shutters, blinds, curtains, and gates, have developed a fully recyclable corrugated cardboard solution to protect for roller shutter motors during transportation and replace polystyrene inserts.
The innovation has resulted in a large-scale operational deployment and a significant step forward for SOMFY in its transition towards the utilisation of more sustainable and circular industrial packaging.
Co-creation for innovation
Led by the DS Smith design teams in Kunheim in close collaboration with SOMFY, the project has addressed a single objective: to replace plastic and improve the recyclability of packaging without compromising on the quality of product protection throughout storage and transport.
From the outset, the DS Smith and SOMFY teams collaborated closely and their work relied on in-depth discussions around the specifications, allowing for the integration of product constraints, production requirements, and real-world usage conditions. This open approach enabled the development of several successive concepts, which were tested, adjusted, and optimized throughout the project.
A standardized, adaptable, and high-performance industrial solution
Made from Kraft EE (Electrical Grade) corrugated board, these cardboard inserts guarantee robustness and durability. Designed to be modular, the system accommodates thirty-four different types of engine lengths and can be adapted to four box sizes, thus contributing to a significant reduction in logistical complexity. The quick and easy assembly process is designed to meet industrial production rates and requirements.
In addition, the compactness of the cardboard compared to Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) allows for a significant reduction in storage volume, generating immediate space savings at logistics sites. Following a successful trial order, the project is currently during its operational phase and demonstrating the packaging solution's successful performance under real-world conditions.
Benjamin Chedal, Sales, Marketing, and Innovation Director, DS Smith Packaging France:
“This innovation fully illustrates DS Smith’s ambition to support its customers in developing increasingly sustainable packaging solutions. We are very proud of the rollout of this concept, which has been adapted to numerous SOMFY product formats, demonstrating its modularity, relevance, and long-term viability, both in terms of innovation and the materials used.”
Tony Faure, Chef de Projet, SOMFY :
“The eco-design of our products and the sustainability of our practices are at the heart of the SOMFY Group’s decarbonization strategy. We are delighted to have collaborated with DS Smith on the deployment of this cardboard packaging solution: it marks an important step that facilitates handling and recycling for our professional customers, is made from renewable material, and does not compromise on the quality and protection requirements of our products.”
DS Smith has a target-led sustainability strategy and is committed to leading an industry-wide transition to the circular economy, while delivering sustainable circular solutions to customers across industrial and automotive, food, and beverage, FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods), automotive, and e-Commerce sectors, across thirty-four countries worldwide
DS Smith
DS Smith, an International Paper company, is a leading global provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging, which is supported by recycling and papermaking operations. The company plays a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods, food and beverage, and industrials. It has a target-led sustainability strategy and is committed to leading an industry-wide transition to a circular economy while delivering sustainable circular solutions for customers. As a part of this mandate, there is a focus on replacing plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains, providing recycling solutions, innovation, and significant investment into Research & Development including alternative materials and fibres. The company has a progressive approach to the service and optimization of sustainable supply chains, a well-known and bespoke ‘Box-to-Box’ in fourteen days operational model and a unique Circular Design Metrics approach. It is a proactive member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, and the original DS Smith box-making business was started by the London based Smith family in the 1940s. Additional information can be found by visiting www.dssmith.com
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC)
International Paper creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates, and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at www.internationalpaper.com
SOMFY
Founded in 1969 in France, and now present in fifty-nine countries, SOMFY is the world leader in home and building automation for openings and closures. A pioneer in the connected home, SOMFY is constantly innovating to create homes that offer comfort, well-being, and security, and is fully committed to sustainable development. For over fifty years, SOMFY has been using automation to improve living environments and is dedicated to creating reliable and sustainable solutions that promote better living and well-being for all. Additional information can be found by visiting www.somfy-group.com
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