Friday, 8 November 2013

Improving The Future Of Industries Through Sustainable Digital Printing

By Katrina Wheeler


The future of manufacturing, printing, as well as packaging industries depends on how the present processes are streamlined to reduce energy used, gases emitted and hazardous substances released in the final product. Sustainability has gone beyond using recycled paper, input materials, and ink in the process of printing. More sustainable digital printing practices have to be adopted to secure the safety and happiness of the next generation.

Industries can possibly enjoy numerous benefits when they are located close to their market. A printing firm near its market will employ deliveries on foot and pickups methods. Through this, it is able to save on transportation cost and will have prevented the emission of harmful gases associated with deliveries on vehicles. It will also experience a low operating cost which will further encourage desirable competition across the industries.

The process of realizing sustainability across the industry stems far from the actual activities. Every activity conducted within the industry is important and forms basic avenues in securing its future. These may include lunch activities and materials used outside the production units. The management can employ reusable utensils and other containers to minimize solid waste disposal and regain the beauty of the natural environment.

The drying chamber in the printing process consumes much energy which can be eliminated through two ways: redesigning of various units, and applying the latest technologies. Production units should be streamlined from least to highest energy use. Current technologies applied include having enhanced drying unit which removes moisture, leaving the warmth needed to maintain the right temperature in the chamber. Additionally, companies ought to embrace the use of print that uses little water as possible during various processes and reduction of emission of harmful substances which can possibly endanger workers and impacts negatively on the environment.

The product quality plays a major role in ensuring a sustainable company future. Every firm has to ensure longer equipment lifespan. A company should produce products which will remain productive as long as possible to reduce premature disposal. These products should just be serviced and continue working rather than customers seeking full replacement. A company which prioritizes quality reduces emission of hazardous substances into the environment.

Wastage of output has seen companies incur huge losses. The companies therefore have to employ different ways of monitoring stock. Print on demand can see this inherent problem solved. There are many are many methods that can be used to realize a sustainable future of printing companies. Using scrap paper when it comes to packaging ensure greater utilization of resources.

Another important sustainability aspect relies on the banner printing and reprographic projects. Companies can settle on biodegradable PVC for banners to improve on their waste management and ensuring consumer friendly product. One of the big tasks for any company is how to deal with technical reprographic projects such as engineering drawings and building plans. By utilizing current technology, a company is able to deliver a great percentage of recycled material on such projects.

Maintaining sustainable digital printing is a continual process. Companies should engage in various researches to find the best replacement of some of the harmful substances which are permitted in certain concentration in the final product. There should be no rest for these companies till complete replacement done.




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