Burns also observed that a roll of lightweight Tyvek has a much lower basis weight compared to a roll of paper and a lot of plastics, so less fuel is required to move the product around—an issue factored in when conducting a carbon footprint analysis.
In addition to its eco-friendly properties, HDPE makes Tyvek well suited for archival labeling of artifacts and documents. “There are no plasticizers that bloom to the surface over time, causing cracking, crumbling and yellowing, and plasticizers can also be damaging to whatever they are affixed to,” emphasized Burns. Still, Tyvek’s chief value proposition is lightweight strength, and it continues to be in high demand for applications involving high heat, low temperatures and rough handling, offering resistance to tears, abrasions, chemicals and moisture. The company is experiencing growth around pressure-sensitive applications, as well.
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