When every link in the value chain collaborates, great solutions come to life faster than ever. Ahlstrom, a global leader in sustainable specialty materials, and one.five, a leader in AI-supported packaging research, development and commercialization, have co-developed a fossil-free, heat-sealable transparent paper solution for board game packaging.
Our customer, Tactic, a board game manufacturer with a long-standing commitment to sustainability, has phased out most fossil-based plastics in their packaging. However, one final component remained: the clear plastic film used to wrap card decks.
This challenge presented an opportunity for collaboration. By combining Ahlstrom's expertise in bio-based transparent papers with one.five's advanced coating capabilities, we offered a solution that integrates surprisingly well into existing production lines. Utilizing Tactic's current Marden Edwards' wrapping machines, the fossil plastic roll was simply replaced with the new fossil-free heat sealable transparent paper--no retrofitting, no special instructions. Results were good at first try and the outlook on switching to this new material seems promising. A true drop-in solution that proves approaching sustainable packaging doesn't have to be complicated.
The solution reveals Tactic's beautiful game cards through clear packaging, while offering the same level of functionality and durability as traditional packaging. In addition, bio-based transparent materials developed by Ahlstrom are approved recycled according to CEPI recycling method.
The next step in our process is to gather valuable feedback and insights before offering the end-used product to consumers. This will help all stakeholders refine and enhance the solution further, ensuring it delivers the best possible experience for all.
This partnership showcases the versatility of sustainable transparent paper in various converting options and industrial applications. It also exemplifies what is possible when customer needs, material science, and purpose-driven design converge to create impactful change.
About Tactic: Tactic Games is a Nordic, family-owned maker of board, card, and outdoor games, designed and produced in Europe with Finnish roots. Sustainability is standard: FSC®/PEFC™-certified papers and boards, recyclable mono-material packaging, and reduced plastics--boxes are sealed with paper-based closure labels instead of shrink wrap. We deliver quality, safe, and responsible play for all ages. Read more: www.games.tactic.net
About one.five: one.five is dedicated to developing innovative, sustainable packaging solutions that help companies reduce their environmental footprint without compromising on quality or functionality. The company name reflects its commitment to keeping global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius - in line with international climate targets. By using artificial intelligence (AI) in material development, one.five is continuously pushing the boundaries of environmentally friendly packaging technologies - through research, development and collaboration with industry partners. Read more: www.one-five.com
About Ahlstrom: Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders. Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments, along with the Performance Materials Cluster, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions.
