Edikio alternative range: reduced environmental impact to make a difference
The Edikio alternative range is part of a global approach by the brand to meet the growing demand of professionals to reduce the environmental impact of their activities.
Alternatives to PVC for your labels and personalised cards
Tested and validated by Edikio’s R&D and Quality departments, this alternative range:
- is suitable for a wide range of uses
- provides a high-quality, professional finish
The Edikio range of consumables offers three alternatives to PVC media:
- PLA/BOIS cards
- paper cards
- recycled PETG cards
These alternative cards to the reduced environmental impact Edikio Price Tags offer a host of advantages and a wide range of personalization options in monochrome black using Edikio Guest and Edikio Price Tag software. They are ideal for use in the hotel and restaurant trade, as well as in certain shops (wine cellars, delicatessens, etc.).
PLA/BOIS cards: the sustainable alternative to PVC
With their natural wood look, PLA/BOIS cards offer many of the same benefits as conventional PVC cards. They are:
- Sustainable
- Easy to clean
PLA/wood cards are made from bio-based materials, some of which are recycled:
- Polylactic acid (PLA) is a sustainable plastic substitute made from renewable bio-sourced resources such as corn and sugar cane and is non-petroleum-based and non-toxic.
- Wood fiber is a by-product of the industrial processing of PEFC-certified wood from sustainably managed forests.
PLA/BOIS cards with standard CR80 dimensions (0.76mm thick) are compatible with Edikio Guest and Price Tag – Access and Flex models.
They can be printed with BLACK RMS monochrome ribbon and are also compatible with Edikio accessories.
Paper cards: an alternative for short-term use
Paper cards are ideal for short-term use (from a few hours to a few days) or for applications that require little handling.
They are:
- Thick
- Wrinkle-proof
- Quality thanks to their premium feel and brilliant whiteness
They offer high-quality black and white printing at a low cost for the following applications:
- Price labels for packaged products
- Luggage tags
- Event cards
- Loyalty cards
- Gift cards
Paper cards are made from 100% natural and renewable materials, with no added plastic. The paper is FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified and comes from sustainably managed forests. The printed paper cards are biodegradable, compostable and easily recyclable (they can be sorted with the paper).
Standard CR80 paper cards (0.76mm thick) are compatible with:
- Edikio Guest Access and Flex
- Edikio Price Tag Access, Flex and Duplex
They can be printed with BLACKFLEX black monochrome ribbon and are also compatible with Edikio accessories.
Recycled PETG cards
Thanks to their aesthetic and professional black monochrome finish, these cards are a perfect match for:
- The presentation of buffets or high-end products and services offered by hoteliers and restaurateurs.
- The aesthetic presentation of specialist shops and certain products for retailers.
With their white monochrome printing on a black matt finish background, they have a similar look to PVC cards but are just as high-quality and professional. They are easy to clean and strong enough to withstand frequent handling. What’s more, they are designed for the food industry.
