Reusable Coffee Cup Lid Made from TPE

Turkchem 22 Apr 2021 72 2 dk okuma

TURKCHEM

Sustainability, comfort and enjoyment no longer have to be at odds with each other – and manufacturers are responding. Take, for example, Cadios GmbH, a German start-up that has developed the first reusable lid for coffee cups and mugs. The conical-shaped cap, made from TPE, fits the most common household cups and can make a lasting contribution to waste reduction through its durability. The "Udo" lid is available in many colours and can be customised on request. [caption id="attachment_124623" align="aligncenter"] Space-saving, sustainable "to-go coffee" solution: TPE-made lid fits the most common household cup types. (Image: © 2021 Felix Hackland).[/caption] With the deadline of 3 July 2021 approaching, demand remains high in the takeaway food sector for smart solutions that are as sustainable as possible. To protect the oceans and environment, a ban on the sale of single-use products (in the EU) will come into force on that date. The ban applies to single-use products such as straws, stirring sticks and cotton swabs, cutlery and disposable cups. There are already many alternative products available, but most of them involve completely replacing them with new products such as recyclable coffee cups. To solve this problem, German company Cadios has developed the first reusable coffee cup lid: "Udo", produced in Germany using a climate-neutral process. Additionally, the TPE compound, also manufactured in Germany, can be returned to the technical production cycle through in-process recycling. Since the creators of "Udo" regard sustainability and quality as central objectives of their work, their material selection favoured a compound from the KRAIBURG TPE portfolio. The halogen-free THERMOLAST® K product is particularly suitable for applications in daily use and provides adequate durability without losing high quality over a long period. The compound also has a soft-touch surface, which makes handling very comfortable, yet still provides a non-slip grip. The TPE can be specially coloured as desired and customised with a company logo using laser technology. Excellent mechanical properties and good compression set also meet user requirements. An overview of the additional benefits of the compound used:

In-process recycling is possible
Dishwasher safe
Exceptional grip thanks to excellent tactile properties
High temperature resistance
Suitable for multi-component injection moulding
Compliance with Regulation (EU) 10/2011
Raw material compliance US FDA CFR 21
Compliance with DIN EN 71-3

At Cadios, Carina Frings, Head of Marketing, Design and Public Relations, states: "We set high standards for the materials we use in our design products because we want to offer our customers an honest, sustainable and high-quality product. KRAIBURG TPE's compound scored with the full package. The material meets our expectations and helps provide real added value to our customers. After all, hot beverages taste best when you drink them from your favourite cup."