In this feature - full of festive fun - Frazer Chesterman, Director of FM Brooks and co-founder of EcoPrint Europe Live 2012, lists his five favourite eco-friendly finds for Large Format Review...
- Rhino Poo Pad – This notepad is ethically produced by Eco Print and made from 100% recycled paper and card and real Rhino Poo sourced from UK Safari Parks (approx 25% dung and 75% paper). How is it made? The dung is collected, washed and then boiled with natural ingredients which cleanse it and remove any bugs. It is then dried and turned into a 'paper pulp'. The plastic ring binder is fully recyclable and the clear cornstarch display bag is 100% biodegradable – thereby offering an eco-friendly stocking filler for green enthusiasts. NB. The paper is entirely odourless! For more information, visit www.ecoprintuk.com
- Cornstarch Display Bags - These bags – briefly referenced above – are perfect for packaging up Christmas cards, greetings cards, wedding stationery and the like. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, all bags are supplied with a self seal strip, if desired. They offer an eco-friendly alternative to standard polypropylene. The bags are made from cornstarch (annually renewable) are fully biodegradable and compostable, breaking down to CO2 and H2O. For more information, visit www.ecoprintuk.com
- ILFORD Biomedia 250 – On a slightly more serious note now... This is a great alternative to printable stoplights and is ideal for applications such as roller pull up banners. Ilford has developed a universal coating that works for latex, Eco Solvent and Aqueous all from one roll. For more information, visit www.ilford.com
- ILFORD UV 750 micron Biomedia – This product offers users a more environmentally responsible PVC-free board. It has a similar structural performance to 1 or 2mm foam and has a smooth print surface. Suitable for many applications, as it is both heat formable and flexible. I particularly like the fact that Biomedia uses enzymes to break down the material in landfill. For more information, visit www.ilford.com
- Dufaylite Ultraboard – This product evolved from internal doors and aerospace! Eco Ultra Board offers a range of lightweight boards, made from recycled paper and board, which can be used for cost effective exhibition panels and display solutions. The Eco UltraBoard range is based on the well-established Dufaylite honeycomb structure and is available in a large range of sizes and thicknesses. The surface quality of the card facings lend themselves to the production of high quality output making it an ideal eco-friendly solution for dramatic POS and other promotional presentations. For more information, visit www.dufaylite.com
Do you have a product you think should be included in Frazer’s Fab Five? If so, please email us on abi@largeformatreview.com and tell us why...
