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In the dynamic world of logistics and e-commerce, labels are more than just stickers; they represent the identity of your product. But creating the perfect label is an art in itself. Below you will find the extensive checklist you need to design, print and apply your labels yourself.
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The world of sustainable packaging is always on the move. At Marisan we are always looking for ways to make our beautiful planet a little better. One of the clearest trends? Mono material! Simply put, this means using one type of material for the entire packaging.
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Labels have numerous functions: boost your branding, save time or act as an information carrier. And Marisan provides these informative labels for EJ Foods, a renowned manufacturer and distributor in the pet food industry from Liedekerke.
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In the dynamic world of service packaging – the jars, trays and carrier bags we all know – FedPack plays a crucial role. And this under the leadership of Marisan's own Sven De Vis. As chairman of this influential professional federation, Sven steers the course towards fairer market conditions for Belgian providers.
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In a world that is becoming increasingly aware of environmental issues, single-use plastics are in the focus of attention. These products, which are often used only once before being thrown away or recycled, pose a substantial challenge to our environment.
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Our previous blog, we looked at the inspiring example of Nespresso. In doing so, we saw that Nespresso has transformed from a "necessary evil" to a fantastic campaign where sustainability and creativity go hand in hand. Wondering how Nespresso handled this? Read the article again here...
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We have arrived at the beginning of a new year. For us, it was time to look back at the past years. We asked ourselves the question; Which companies are now inspiring examples in the field of sustainability?
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The challenges in the textile sector are enormous. Balancing sustainability and profitability is the challenge of today and tomorrow. Consumers that want to live more and more sustainably are diametrically opposed to producers who want to keep costs as low as possible. The pressure from countries like China is clearly felt by the latter.
HAVEP produces work and protective clothing under the slogan 'You'll never work alone'. And that slogan can be felt in every facet of the company. They actively cooperate with various partners to not only create high-quality clothing, but also to do so in the most sustainable way possible. Enter the LDPE bag made of 100% recycled material!
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As a Belgian producer of uniform clothing, Elanco makes shirts, blouses, scarves, etc. for government departments such as Defence. In the tender, the requirements are always very clearly defined: from fabric to packaging. For the latter, Elanco found the perfect partner in Marisan during a sustainability fair - coincidence, or not?
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Belgian Zilton is the reference for contemporary men's trousers that fit like a glove. Craftsmanship, class and durability characterise the brand and should therefore be present in every aspect. We were only too happy to translate the Zilton experience into customised, stylish packaging!
Circular procurement is the future. The positive impact on the environment is huge and it also adds value for your organisation. You collaborate with different partners, minimise waste and maximise the sustainable use of materials. In this blog, we would like to take you on a circular discovery!
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The mission of De Appelier? To serve delicious, healthy and varied food! In 1980, the vegetarian restaurant surprised with its first daily specials, and today the Ghent icon continues to grow unabated. You can have lunch in their beautiful mansion and ditto garden, or take away their dishes and pastries - neatly packed in a sustainable carrier bag, of course!
The Ghent non-profit association Ateljee is one of Flanders' leading tailor-made work companies. People with reduced chances on the labour market can work there in four areas, with the Kringwinkels as the best-known branch. Sustainability always comes first here, also in the 15-year partnership with Marisan.
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As a packaging manufacturer, we like to contribute to a more sustainable world. Every packaging has to meet certain conditions in terms of materials and applications. In this context, we often juggle with all kinds of terminologies. We take a closer look at them and frame them within the Marisan thinking and doing process.
Sustainability is - with good reason - a hot topic. Plastic is one of the materials that is sometimes seen in a negative light. But that is not always entirely justified. We argue that there are opportunities to put plastic to good use AND ... reuse it.
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Each and every day at Marisan, we consciously choose packaging solutions that are not only qualitative and innovative, but also sustainable. Carrier bags in jute have numerous advantages and are an ecological alternative to plastic bags. We are happy to tell you why.
For years, cards were manually attached to all kinds of products. Recently, we were allowed to present our Loop Tagger machine during a webinar: the innovation for those who want to quickly, easily and cost-efficiently attach one or more cards to a product.
Many want to boost their health with vitamins, but don't get around to taking them consistently. Vitasweets from Merelbeke has the solution: vitamin gummies. They are packed with health benefits and look like sweets. Entrepreneur Micheline Teerlinck packs the gummies in Marisandoosjes - and she knows well why.
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Labelling quickly and efficiently is one thing. Special formats, shapes, sizes and materials is another. Botlr combines both aspects effortlessly and quickly. This revolutionary technology is the solution for every round object.
Every autumn, pavements are littered with leaves that have fallen from the trees. Just sweeping them away is apparently a waste. After all, these leaves are the basis of a sustainable innovation: recyclable carrier bags made from processed leaf waste.
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A new era has begun within Marisan. Founders Marcel and Rita De Vis said goodbye to Marisan after 32 years and are enjoying their well-earned retirement. We spoke to the couple about the family business, fished for funny anecdotes and the secret behind their successful cooperation.
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Attentive viewers could recently spot Marisan on TV. The crew of the VTM magazine 'Doe maar Duurzaam' visited us for an interview. They were curious to know how the packaging world is currently contributing to a more sustainable future. You too? And ... action!
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Using recycled plastic is better for the environment than using new plastic. This only makes sense, since less virgin material is used. But if we dig a little deeper within recycling, there are several options to choose from. For example, you have the use of pre-consumer or post-consumer waste. But what does that actually mean?
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In a circular economy, we must ensure that we reuse waste as much as possible. To do this, it is of course important that we know how to sort and recycle waste correctly. For our plastic packaging, there are already many alternatives on the market, for example bioplastics. But what exactly are bioplastics? And how should we recycle them at home? We asked the question to our LinkedIn network and what turned out, the majority does not know how to recycle bioplastics correctly.
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A suitable design for your carrier bag? That remains quite a challenge for many of us. However, a good design is very important. Your carrier bag not only functions as packaging but also has a promotional function. A well-designed carrier bag attracts the attention of your customers and can stimulate loyalty.
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Due to the strong growth of online shops and online sales, the number of packages that need to be sent has increased significantly. To deliver your products in top condition to your customers, the right packaging is essential. Not only do you want the product to arrive undamaged, you also want your branding to reach the living room of your customers. But what do today's customers think of the packaging material used? And what sustainable materials are available today? Find out now.
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2019, the year single-used plastic bags were banned in Belgium. You know them, those little bags that you used to get at the checkout, usually printed with the logo of the store. If retailers still want to offer these bags today, and in some regions they are still allowed in others not, they have to charge their customers a small fee for them. The result? A lot of alternative carrier bags with an environmentally friendly look are coming on the market. But which carrier bag is the most environmentally friendly?
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Although plastic is still a popular material choice for carrier bags, authorities are encouraging everyone to offer environmentally friendly alternatives and limit plastic as much as possible. Do you value sustainability? Or do your customers appreciate that you follow the ecological path? Then the stone paper bags are a perfect solution.
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Why should a vineyard use textile pins? A question that raises many eyebrows. The link between a vineyard and textile pins may not be obvious, but these attachments have enormous added value. A perfect example of how our well-known products can be used in an original way.
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Skylla – a specialist in medical devices – approached Marisan to create an easily removable label. Skylla is a young and dynamic international company. Having their own production sites in Tunisia and Macedonia, they manufacture a wide range of medical devices for their customers.
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Do you no longer see the wood for the trees when it comes to thermal printing? Don't worry, we'll help you on your way. With most label printers you can choose between two printing techniques for printing your labels: thermal transfer and direct thermal. Although these two techniques are quite similar in terms of name, there is a noticeable difference in terms of technique.
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The medical world deals with very unique and diverse packaging challenges every day. Because of the product variety, health requirements, reliability, low weight, easy disposal, need for fewer raw materials, etc., this is not obvious. Marisan helps you on your way with shipping bags and (re)sealable bags.
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Packaging is indispensable. It serves to store food products, transport products safely and increase brand awareness among consumers. On the other hand, we have to deal with large amounts of packaging waste that needs to be processed. Our big challenge? To reduce the amount of packaging waste by constantly looking for environmentally friendly alternatives.
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Over the years, the emphasis on product labeling in healthcare facilities has increased significantly to reduce the errors caused by a lack of proper coding. While their use in the medical field is often overlooked, labels play a vital role in maintaining patient safety in hospitals, labs and pharmaceutical industries, among others.
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Security labels are used worldwide by manufacturers and retailers to protect their products against theft. Hama specializes in accessories for consumer electronics such as accessories for computers, smartphones, TV, audio and so on. Since Hama clearly works with theft-sensitive products, it is important to display these in a safe manner in the stores. Curious how we achieve this?
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Bleckmann is the market leader in Supply Chain Management (SCM) services for fashion and lifestyle brands. The cooperation between Marisan and Bleckmann in shipping packaging started with the supply of standard, white coex shipping bags. This evolved into pre-printed coex bags made of specific materials, which are either easily resealable or permanently adhesive, depending on the purpose. Curious which challenges crossed our path?
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Each company struggles with the same basic issue. What stock levels do I keep for which products and what will it cost? Over the past decades, our team has built up the expertise to set up a stock system for the product mix of packaging solutions, labels and attachments, which helps to unburden our clients. Read more to find out how we can help you!
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As you already noticed, Marisan focuses on sustainability. When choosing an ecological packaging, the terms recyclable, reusable, compostable and biodegradable are often used. But do you know the difference?
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Do you already know our alternative to the classic textile pins? As indicated in our previous blog, consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious. Most recently, we are offering a completely new line of staples, namely the Ecotach ™. It has been specially developed to meet the needs of environmentally conscious retailers, brand owners and consumers who want to reduce their carbon footprint. Discover here the 2 different types of ecological attachments from biodegradable and recycled materials.
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Mid 2020, Karmen took a leap of faith. She made a career swap from a senior management position in the financial sector to starting up her own boutique, Huis Vikarti. Marisan was given the opportunity to support her by supplying personalized carrier bags. A very personal service resulted in carrier bags that perfectly meet her needs and wishes. Curious about her story? Then watch our video!
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Today, the packaging industry, the sustainability issue and the impact on our environment are inseparable. In our previous blog, we already discussed what you can do to create a sustainable image. We all realize that we need to drastically reduce the use of plastic. But what are the possibilities and solutions to achieve this?
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Our health has been the topic of the past year. However, we should not underestimate the impact of the environment on our health. At Marisan, we commit to sustainability and we support our clients in choosing smart and sustainable materials!
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Packaging is needed, packaging is essential. Since your customers expect a handy and preferably also nice carrier bag for the goods they have bought in your store, it is interesting to consider the various types of packaging and what that means for you as a retailer.
In this brief advice letter we would like to highlight one type: the ultrasonically welded non-woven carrier bag. We have listed the qualities and advantages of this type of carrier bag for you ....
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The most important way to stop the spread of COVID-19 is by sanitization and wearing masks.
Wearing a high-quality mask can both help preventing you from catching the virus, as well as spreading the virus to those around you.
You can turn to Marisan for the highest qualified certified medical mouth masks Type I. These carry the highest possible legally permitted protection, for both the wearer and other persons who are in the same physical space.
When it all gets a bit more complicated, our hunger grows to look for real working solutions for our customers. This was also the case when Ragolle Rugs came knocking at our door with the demand for very specific labels for their internal identification system. Detachable yet good adhesive; good adhesion without leaving glue marks.
Then you will be triggered to draw on your experience and product knowledge, and to take that extra step.
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At the outbreak of the Covid-19 crisis, we received an urgent call from AZ Groeninge in Kortrijk at Marisan, whether we could help them with coex shipping bags that could serve as hermetically sealed storage bags for the clothes of patients who are growing numbers offered for admission.
Naturally, we made an extra effort for these heroes ....
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The transition has been made. With the very thin and budget-friendly non-woven carrier bags, AVA offers, with the cooperation of its packaging partner Marisan, the alternative to the classic plastic shopping bags..
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From logistics to industry, labels are used daily in many companies. They are an indispensable part of the operation, so exhausted stock is not an option. We offer the solution with our brand new machine. From now on we can provide our customers with all kinds of blank labels at competitive prices within 2 weeks. Read here how we deliver on this fast service!
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The circular economy is on the rise. That is good news, because in this way discarded products are recycled into something new. Marisan is also fully committed to the circular economy. Discover how!
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Have you seen it already? We proudly present our brand new website with a new look and feel. And the innovation extends even further. We put our heads together to achieve a clearer structure and structure in all our communication. The result? We have reinvented ourselves with an online platform! Discover everything about it!
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At Marisan we were honored to be able to contribute to the MoTIV event day concerning the Green Deal on Circular Purchasing as a specialist in circular packaging.
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REPORT TO THE FLEMISH GOVERNMENT
Explanation of the prohibition on the free distribution of light plastic carrier bags for single use.
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This case is brand new. The Marisan label solution supports the online project of Kunstgras by Vanallemeersch Deraedt.
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You want to print a label. That sounds simple.
And it is, if you take a number of basic rules into account.
In this article you will find the Banok trees in the forest.
If you ask yourself: "Which Banok pistols can you combine with which types of attachments?" , then a handy overview follows.
