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Lecta: efficient, responsible water management as a priority
CorporatePressSustainability

Lecta: efficient, responsible water management as a priority

CorporatePressSustainability

10/24/2023 12:00 AM

water management | sustainability | ESG

​ We continue working to improve water quality to minimize our environmental footprint​.

Water is essential in the pulp and paper industry, which is why at Lecta we prioritize the efficient use of this valuable natural resource. Our mills have a high rate of water recycling, and the amount discharged is almost equal to the intake.

Even though our outlet water is within regulated legal limits, we continue to work on improving water quality to reduce our environment footprint even further and constantly monitor waste disposal. In addition, in our mills there are also closed water systems, in which water is reused repeatedly.

Lecta is ambitious in continuing to anticipate and carefully manage our water usage and consumption through increasingly efficient processes and water management strategies

The new wastewater treatment plant at our Zaragoza, Spain, mill is a recent example of a project aimed at efficiency to minimize our environmental footprint and to better integrate with the surrounding region.

Find out more about Lecta's water management in our 2022 Sustainability Report.

For full details on Lecta's commitment to sustainability please www.lecta.com

 

 

Lecta unveils new functional Metalvac papers<img alt="Metalvac Seal Barrier" src="/es/news/PublishingImages/nh_MetalvacSealBarrier.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /><img alt="Metakvac Seal Barrier" src="/es/news/PublishingImages/nd_MetalvacSealBarrier.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /><p> <strong>Heat sealable and water vapor resistant metallized solutions for packaging.</strong><br></p><p>Lecta has developed new metallized papers with functionalities specifically oriented towards flexible packaging, recyclable products with the aim of replacing some of the materials currently in use that contain plastic.<br></p><p>The new <a href="/_layouts/15/FIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=ab4fa7a3-0634-4500-936f-c564acc72d36&TermSetId=df97ac4b-f748-499e-bb14-37fe224b64ce&TermId=5918c08b-8079-4807-b363-80c9c612daaf"><strong>Metalvac Seal</strong></a><strong> </strong>and <a href="/_layouts/15/FIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=ab4fa7a3-0634-4500-936f-c564acc72d36&TermSetId=df97ac4b-f748-499e-bb14-37fe224b64ce&TermId=d577ea5f-285f-4f0a-9644-93e51e1f1e43"><strong>Metalvac Barrier WV</strong></a> are the result of innovative w​ork based on Lecta's expertise in direct high-vacuum metallization, the application of coatings and the search for the appropriate components to achieve the desired functionalities. Both products we present have characteristics suitable for specific flexible packaging applications, and in both cases, they are recyclable and therefore more sustainable.</p><p> <strong>Metalvac Seal</strong>: Functional metallized paper with heat-sealing properties on the back. Suitable for graphic and flexible packaging applications (such as flowpacks, sachets, envelopes, or wrappers) for non-food products (collectible cards, stickers, toys, hotel amenities, etc.) and food products that do not require a specific barrier. The shiny metallized side is suitable for offset printing (conventional and UV), flexography (UV, solvent, and water-based), and gravure.</p><p> <strong>Metalvac Barrier WV</strong>: Functional metallized paper with heat-sealing and barrier properties against water vapor, light, and a certain level of grease. Suitable for flexible packaging applications (such as flowpacks, sachets, wrappers, caps, etc.) for both non-food and food products (such as confectionery, coffee, tea, powdered products, etc.). Heat-sealable on the metallized interior side. Printable on the exterior side through gravure, flexography, and offset printing.</p><p>Lecta continues to work on the development of other innovative metallized papers aimed at the flexible packaging segment, providing new functionalities such as oxygen barrier or high grease resistance without the use of fluorinated elements. These products are currently in the process of homologation and certification.</p><p>The entire <a href="/_layouts/15/FIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=ab4fa7a3-0634-4500-936f-c564acc72d36&TermSetId=df97ac4b-f748-499e-bb14-37fe224b64ce&TermId=f3747b76-9025-4725-84d4-c1890685338d"><strong>Metalvac range</strong></a> is manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, essential for the food industry, in compliance with ISO 14001 and EMAS environmental management, ISO 50001 energy efficiency, ISO 9001 quality and ISO 45001 occupational health and safety standards. It is also available upon request with PEFC or FSC® C011032 Chain of Custody forestry certifications.</p><p>For more information about Lecta’s Metalvac products, please visit <a href="/en">www.lecta.com</a>.​​​<br></p>12/3/2023 11:00:00 PMAbout Us Locations Join the Lecta Team Sales Organization Manufacturing Sites Why Lecta <ddd/> A responsible company Strategic Sustainability Targets and SDGs Environmental Social <ddd/> https://www.lecta.com/en/news/Pages/Lecta-unveils-new-functional-Metalvac-papers.aspxLecta unveils new functional Metalvac papers
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