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You can bump into it, pull it, push it, stretch it or tear it but it still holds fast. You never notice the material that holds everything together - except when you need it. In fact, as you scan the skyline of today's cities, adhesives and sealants are everywhere. To find out more about the fascinating world of adhesives and sealants that is all around you, click here.

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Rigid vs. Flexible Packaging:
Which Has the Edge in Being Green?

Tom Rolando
Wisdom Adhesives

Determining the level of “greenness” of a given product can be difficult. Most of us have a basic understanding of what a green product entails. However, quantifying greenness is a complex task. Businesses and governments continue to revamp and develop methods and protocols for determining greenness. Essentially, green products can be described as:

• Environmentally friendly
• Low carbon footprint
• Non-hazardous
• Non-toxic
• Energy efficient
• Generally less disturbing of the surroundings

While there may be many additional factors that contribute to a green product, the list of characteristics above provides a basis for discussion. Read more.