StarPak Tests New Process to Convert Flexographic Plates into Renewable Sustainable Material

ATLANTA, Georgia - MacDermid Graphics Solutions has developed a new process called PlateCycle to recycle flexographic printing plates. As previously announced, this patent-pending technology has started trials in North America. Five Star Holding, a leader in sustainable packaging announced that StarPak is participating in the effort as a Beta site.

“At StarPak, we believe that environmental responsibility, convenience for retailers and performance for our customers should go hand in hand. We are committed to innovation that delivers quality and sustainability, said Luis Rivas, Sales Director, Client Engagement. “MacDermid Graphics Solutions is a long-term partner, and we are excited to continue our efforts to reduce industrial waste.”

“We are excited to work with StarPak on this initiative to recycle and reuse 100% of flexo plate material collected. StarPak has been a trusted partner for many years. Their continued commitment to sustainability made them a perfect candidate to be one of the first partners for this initiative,” said Jason Cagle, Director of Sales North America for MacDermid Graphics Solutions. “Launching this technology is an important step towards reducing our carbon footprint while adding value to customers and our industry.”

About the Five Star Family of Companies

Five Star is an integrated group of manufacturing companies focused on sustainable packaging solutions. Five Star is centrally located in Houston, Texas and vertically integrated across multiple facilities that encompass extrusion, printing and converting operations. Five Star provides innovative flexible packaging to Fortune 500 consumer packaged goods companies and large national retailers across the following business entities:

• StarPak combines leading edge printing and extrusion capabilities to produce technical films, bags, and pouches for CPG and industrial products companies.
• Polytex provides innovative laminated woven sacks, quad seal bags, pouches, and structures for various consumer markets, including pet foods and treats.
• Superbag is a leading manufacturer and converter of environmentally focused high-PCR retail carry-out bags, e-commerce mailers, and extruded films.
• Fresh Pak is a state-of-the-art recycling operation that manufactures extruded products from, and provides processing of, post-consumer (PCR) and industrial recycled resins.

About MacDermid Graphics Solutions: 

MacDermid Graphics Solutions, a division of Element Solutions Inc, is a global leader in the manufacturing of photopolymer plates and equipment used in flexographic printing. We deliver high-quality graphic capabilities for package printing. Our mission is to provide a world-class customer experience, while meeting flexographic printing plate needs with award-winning technology. This is achieved through creating strategic value for our customers from start to finish. We are an open provider and offer the best possible solutions via industry partnerships. 

MacDermid Graphics Solutions is passionate about our planet and our industry. We consider ESG to be a business imperative, an extension of our growth strategy and a reflection of our values. We are a founding partner of the Flexo Xperience Center.