Future friendly packaging
High functionality, low impact on the environment BioWare is Huhtamaki s future friendly packaging concept. BioWare offers a wide choice of quality products ranging from disposable tableware to food containers and other packaging. Natural origin, natural disposal BioWare products raw material, manufacturing as well as disposal have all been developed to have a lower impact on the environment. The BioWare range uses different compostable raw materials, mainly bio-coated paper board, biopolymers and molded fi ber made from recycled paper and paperboard. The natural origin makes BioWare products totally compostable and biodegradable, and they can be returned to the earth at the end of their life. What does BioWare offer you? In addition to high performance and aesthetic products a simple way of contributing to more sustainable environmental performance a visible demonstration of environmental awareness positive corporate and brand image differentiation from competition possibility for single waste stream chance to be seen as an innovator with new solutions... the opportunity to be a trendsetter
The perfect end How to dispose All BioWare products are certifi ed in accordance with EN13432, the European norm for compostability of packaging. When disposed of in the optimal conditions (60ºC, 95% humidity) of industrial composting facilities, all BioWare products compost into soil in 45-60 days. All BioWare products can be disposed of through industrial composting, incineration, mechanical or chemical recycling. What is the difference between biodegradable and compostable? Biodegradable materials can decompose into very small fractions by biological activity and changes to the chemical structure of the material. Compostable materials can fully decompose back to soil, leaving no visible, distinguishable or toxic residue, in a set time frame and under pre-defi ned conditions. In other words, composting is a complete form of biodegradability.
Foodservice Complete range BioWare products offer all the same benefits as traditional quality single-use products. They work as ideally at festivals and events as in daily foodservice. The range for Foodservice includes: Hot drink paper cups Cold drink paper cups Cold drink biopolymer cups Lids for cold drink cups Chinet plates & bowls Hinged-lid fresh food containers Bio-cutlery Cup carriers Huhtamaki is continuously developing the BioWare product range, to hold on to the wisdom of nature. Glass clear cups and containers BioWare natural resin cups, lids and containers are glass-clear and function and look like those made of oil-based plastics. Despite their natural origin, no compromises have been made on their performance they work perfectly in the serving of any cold food and beverages and have good twist retention and crack resistance. Their secret is a material called NatureWorks biopolymers.* The biopolymer has good printability and is excellent for branding. Complete bio-paper cup range The BioWare paper cup range is the fi rst complete bio-coated paper hot and cold cup range launched in Europe. The cups are available in attractive BioWare stock design or can be visually customized for enhanced brand recognition. The cups are as strong and rigid as conventional Huhtamaki paper cups and come in different sizes. BioWare paper cold cups have the same rim diameter, thus one lid fi ts all sizes. * NatureWorks biopolymers is a trademark of NatureWorks LLC
Sturdy plates and bowls Chinet plates are made from 100% recycled materials and are compostable in industrial composting facilities. They are strong, durable and have a leak-resistant construction that can be trusted for even the heaviest dishes. The elegant, classy and timeless appearance fi ts in everywhere from an upscale buffet to a picnic in the park. Chinet plates and bowls are available in a variety of sizes and they are microvawe safe. Where can I find the Foodservice range? The complete range of BioWare Foodservice cups, plates, containers and cutlery is available in Europe and Oceania. More information on the range in Europe can be found on www.huhtamaki.com/bioware and in Oceania on www.bioware.com.au. In Americas, Chinet is a #1 brand of premium disposable tableware. More information on the Chinet range in Americas can be found on www.mychinet.com.
Biomaterials not only food packaging Huhtamaki s fi rst biodegradable fi lms and bags for hygiene and health care were launched already in 2002. EN 13432 certifi ed BioWare products today include single wrap fi lms for sanitary napkins and panty shields, backsheet fi lms, tampons and bags for diapers. Environmentally friendly fi lms for food and non-food packaging are being produced as well. Uniquely sustainable paper packaging The BioWare range of bio-coated paperboard packaging for ice cream and chilled dairy products such as yogurt is the perfect answer for the increasing demand for more sustainable packaging options. Biodegradable paperboard packaging enables brand owners to communicate their environmental credentials and consumers prefer packaging they can dispose of safely. Furthermore, paperboard is a material naturally associated to be the sustainable choice. The virgin fi bre raw material sourced by Huhtamaki in Europe is FSC Controlled wood or PEFC Chain of Custody certifi ed in order to guarantee that it originates from legal and acceptable sources. The bio-coating allows paper packaging to be composted in industrial composting facilities.
Success stories BioWare products have been a success in several different types of occasions: GV train line from Paris to Strasbourg Glastonbury Music Festival Winter Olympic Games, Turin 2006 European Athletics Championships, Gothenburg 2006 Athletic World Championships, Helsinki 2005 Dutch city of Amersfoort Thanks to BioWare s composting capability, there is now the possibility to create one compost waste stream for both the food and its packaging. BioWare responsible choice Caring for the people planet place
Printed in recycled paper. The BioWare range has been developed by Huhtamaki. BioWare offers packaging that takes into account the needs of today s consumers, but also respects the importance of preserving our environment. Huhtamaki is continuously developing the BioWare range, holding on to the wisdom of nature. BioWare products are available in Europe and Oceania. www.huhtamaki.com/bioware bioware@huhtamaki.com More information on the Oceanian range, please visit www.bioware.com.au.