According to the Aluminum Association, recovering aluminum for recycling saves money and dramatically reduces energy consumption. Recycling aluminum cans saves 95 percent of the energy needed to produce aluminum from bauxite ore, as well as natural resources.
Bag on Valve (BoV) packaging stand out from the competition, not only because it is convenient for the end user and keeps the product and propellant separate at the same time, but they are an environmentally sustainable solution for products like medical spray applications.
Aluminum Technology in Bag on Valve Packaging
The BoV packaging is primarily made of aluminum. With a possible emptying rate, close to 100 percent there are virtually no product residues left in an used-up BoV product, while a low pressure of air or nitrogen will remain in the empty can. So, recycling aluminum cans using bag on valve technology is made simple and harmful chemicals don’t make it into the landfills.
Depending on the local regulations for aerosols, recycling of BoV products are handled differently in different states or countries. However, they usually fit into the recycling programmes of most countries. Aluminium has a high recycling value and can be recycled over and over without loss of quality. That’s why approximately 75 percent of the aluminium ever produced is still in use today.
Aluminium recycling requires up to 95 percent less energy and only emits 5 percent of the greenhouse gases than primary aluminium production. Still, aerosol cans are made of virgin aluminium even though they could hopefully be manufactured from recycled aluminium instead.
Propellants used in Bag on Valve Packaging
Unlike traditional aerosols, BoV reduces the amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). VOC’s are organic chemicals with a high vapor pressure which contribute to air pollution, both inside and outside of your home.
The Bag on Valve system uses nitrogen or compressed air as propellant. By doing so, BoV will leave a smaller ecological footprint. And, because the degree of emptying is very high, nearly 100 percent of the solution is dispensed – leaving no waste and can be sprayed in all angles with the same performance.
Making the sustainable choice
The health care industry may seem overwhelming when it comes to packaging options. But, it’s becoming more and more important to choose environmentally sustainable options while at the same time, not sacrificing the quality of the product. In the health care industry BoV is increasingly becoming the number one packaging choice for saline solutions, wound care and eye wash sprays due to its convenient use, environmental sustainability and even, controlled spray. If you have a product that you think is an appropriate match for bag on valve, contact Aurena Laboratories today or leave a question in the comment box below.
