DuPont Tyvek a sustainable material for banners and signs

DuPont showcased the versatility of its latest sustainable product at drupa. Tyvek is a unique, nonwoven material with a distinctive look and feel, adding strength, durability, and long life to print applications. It is also certified 100% recyclable by the cyclos-HTP Institute and is increasingly becoming a material of choice for brands and designers wanting to extend the life of their products.

“The need to reduce environmental impacts affects every aspect of our lives. Consumers are seeking products that are more durable to reduce waste and their environmental footprint in their everyday lives. Our Tyvek for Graphics provides a high quality, long-lasting print substrate that can make print and graphics more durable,” said Kelly Reichert, Global Business Director, DuPont Tyvek Roll Goods Business.

Tyvek has a variety of graphics applications including tags and labels, banners and signs, maps and documents, clothing, and artwork.

Made of high-density polyethylene fibres (HDPE), Tyvek is 100% recyclable. It forms a tough printing substrate with high durability and tear resistance and can withstand repeated folding and flexing without tearing. Tyvek can also be glued, laminated, sewn, stapled, and fixed. Its unique qualities mean Tyvek repels water, has excellent rot and mildew resistance, and resists soiling and staining, so your message remains perfectly intact, even outdoors. This resistance to damage further reduces environmental impacts because there is no need to apply additional protective coatings, and Tyvek-based products have trusted durability. Since 2022, Tyvek is also made with renewable electricity. DuPont achieved this milestone by purchasing renewable energy credits (RECs) and guarantees of origin (GOs) to match the energy consumed in its operations. It is committed to additional purchases annually. This underscores the company’s commitment to Acting on Climate.