Appvion’s Revolutionary Chemistry is Transforming the Future of Direct Thermal Products
Appleton, Wisconsin, October 14, 2021 – Appvion is continuing its focus as a responsible coatings solution provider, introducing a patent-pending technology that includes no added phenols and is foundational for its future direct thermal portfolio. As a leading innovator, Appvion builds upon its long history of material science and delivers a chemistry design utilizing materials that are safer for human health and the environment.
“As an industry leader, we stopped producing direct thermal products with Bisphenol-A (BPA) in 2006. Today, we understand that phenol studies have shown rising human, reproductive, and environmental concerns. As a result, our R&D team pushed the limits to create a chemistry with no added phenols,” shared Graeme Hodson, Executive Vice President and President, Advanced Materials & Solutions. “Their efforts validate our dedication to responsible coating solutions and reinforce our strategic commitment to the direct thermal market.”
The patent-pending chemistry allows Appvion to lead the industry in developing a complete line of direct thermal solutions with no added phenols to complement current product offerings. Appvion understands the evolving market and focuses on the possibilities of increasing the breadth and value of its solutions. The new technology design produces a heat-stable product that meets or exceeds all critical product characteristics.
“We recognize how important it is to do our part and find a solution to eliminate phenols. Launching a portfolio of products with no added phenols is ideal for human health, the environment, and our long-term business strategy,” said Meyer Weiss, Vice President, Advanced Materials & Solutions. “We tasked our team with developing a business-compatible solution that did not sacrifice the product quality or performance that we are known for, and they delivered.”
Résiste Rx is Appvion’s first commercialized product within this new portfolio. Résiste Rx serves the pharmaceutical market as a variable information printed (VIP) direct thermal label for pharmacy and mail-order prescriptions. To learn more, please contact your Appvion sales representative or visit us at www.appvion.com.
About Appvion Operations, Inc.
Appvion was founded in 1907 and is a pioneer in material science, providing full-service specialty and high-performance coating solutions. Headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, Appvion develops innovative, water-based, and environmentally responsible coating solutions for consumers’ everyday life. Primary product offerings include direct thermal paper and film solutions and renewable, fiber-based consumer and industrial packaging solutions. Appvion applies functional coating solutions to a wide variety of flexible substrates, including products from an FDA-compliant facility. As a leading manufacturer in North America, you can count on Appvion to tackle your customers’ biggest challenges. Connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn to learn more.