Solutum Overview
Solutum develops sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic. Its patented compound enables the production of flexible packaging with a versatile end-of-life, designed to reduce plastic waste without environmental impact. The material has high tensile strength, superior impact resistance, and is compatible with existing converter machines in the plastics supply chain. Solutum material is additionally certified by “Interseroh ‘Made for Recycling’ for paper products, “TÜV industrial composting”, “TÜV soil biodegradable” and “ISO14020 water biodegradable” (self-declaration).
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Latest News
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‘Pack Expo' trade show in Chicago focuses on sustainability
The Pack Expo at McCormick Place showcases sustainable packaging solutions, drawing 47,000 attendees. The event highlights the importance of sustainability in the packaging industry, with initiatives like Sustainability Central and the PACK EXPO Green program. Companies like Solutum are leading the charge with biodegradable plastic alternatives. Solutums product is stronger than traditional plastic and can biodegrade in various environments. R.R. Donnelly & Sons also showcases sustainable packaging solutions, such as recycled paper board for a craft brewery. The demand for green products is increasing as consumers seek environmentally friendly packaging. The expo emphasizes the industrys shift towards sustainability and design for recyclability.
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Together for Sustainability: pester pac automation and Solutum Offer New Environmentally Friendly Packaging Solution
Solutum Technologies Ltd. has partnered with pester pac automation to integrate its sustainable film material into Pesters packaging systems. This collaboration allows Solutums biodegradable film to be processed on Pesters stretchwrapping and overwrapping machines, offering an eco-friendly alternative to conventional packaging films. The Solutum film is notable for its industrial compostability and biodegradability in soil and water, leaving no microplastic residue. This partnership enables efficient and cost-effective production processes, contributing to material savings and reduced environmental impact. The collaboration will be showcased at FACHPACK 2024, highlighting the potential for widespread adoption of Solutums innovative packaging solution.
Partners
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Solutum Taps Business Veteran Daniel Friedmann
Solutum Technologies Ltd., a company focused on sustainable materials for flexible packaging, has appointed Daniel Friedmann as Corporate Director and Board Member. Friedmann, known for his leadership roles at Carbon Engineering and MDA Space, will help scale Solutums innovative packaging solutions that offer a holistic end-of-life, minimizing environmental impact. Solutums materials are designed to work with existing converter machines and biodegrade without leaving an environmental footprint. The company is actively scaling production and forming key partnerships to address the global plastic waste crisis. Friedmanns track record in environmental solutions and business expansion is expected to drive Solutums growth and impact.
Management ChangesPartners
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Biodegradable alternative plastic packaging soon in PH
SBS Philippines Corp. and Solutum Technologies Ltd. are introducing a new alternative to flexible plastic packaging that dissolves and biodegrades in water, meeting the ISO 14851 certificate requirement. This innovation is aimed at addressing the issue of single-use plastic disposal in the Philippines. Solutum, which has won several innovation awards, has developed unique mechanisms to control the sensitivity of their compound to water, providing a range of predetermined dissolving times. The biodegradable material has similar or better characteristics than conventional plastic for flexible packaging.
Partners
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Solutum Offers a New Approach to Reducing Plastic Waste
Cleantech company Solutum is working to reduce plastic pollution by offering sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic. The company has developed a unique compound that can be used to create a variety of flexible packaging with multiple end-of-life options. The companys founder and CTO, Sharon Barak, discusses the innovative approach to addressing the issue of plastic waste.
CustomersPartners
| Sector | Industrial Technologies |
Funding
| Total funding | $9M |
| Last funding | $10M |
| Stage | Seed |
| Rounds | 8 |
| Investors | 5 |
Team Members
9
Employees: 11-50
Web & Social Links
| Website | www.solutum.co/ |
| Careers | Careers page |
Locations
HaHarash St 8, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
HaHarash St, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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