Intertek has supported UK packaging firm Frugalpac in the development of a recyclable coffee cup.
Intertek has been helping Frugalpac in establishing the viability of the recyclable cup by taking up recycling trials, testing its functional performance and also measuring the carbon footprint of the cup.
Frugalpac CEO Martin Myerscough said: “We started with an idea, but through working with Intertek, we were able to test and prove the viability and environmental impact of our innovation, which has attracted the interest of companies including Starbucks and Caffé Nero that desire environmentally responsible products.”
Intertek provides support to manufacturers, distributors and retailers in meeting their sustainability and regulatory goals. These are achieved through custom-designed programs that help in managing environmental performance of their products and supply chains. These result in efficient production processes and improved corporate profile of the company.
Intertek Health Environmental & Regulatory Services, Sustainability Group Head Gary Parker said: “Intertek can help companies on their innovation journey, as testing is a vital part of bringing that innovation to fruition.
“In a market where innovation is essential, measuring and proving the environmental impact of a product is of utmost importance. Unlike traditional coffee cups, the Frugalpac cup is made from recycled paper board and can be recycled in normal paper recycling mills.
“The success of this product is based on simple good design which facilitates recycling in the real world. Intertek is delighted to be part of this process.”
