In mid-April, Sappi launched its new Atelier paperboard, developed under the motto ‘brilliance meets function’. The special feature of the new GC1 board lies in its combination of visual and physical features. Atelier combines a large specific volume with a high stiffness, as well as a high surface quality with a unique 100% brightness. The GC1 is offered in grammages ranging from 240 to 350 gsm.
With Atelier, Sappi is offering its customers a folding boxboard (GC1) that opens up all-new possibilities in packaging design. It distinguishes itself with maximum whiteness and purity, as well as a high print gloss, combined with a silky-matt feel and appearance. The finishing properties are manifold: whether film lamination, cold foil transfer, UV varnishing or flocking – anything is feasible. Atelier can be printed using offset, flexographic, or screen methods.
With its excellent embossing properties, Atelier further increases the designer’s ability to create enhanced optical and tactile packaging experiences. Atelier’s reverse side is impressive as well. This means that the paperboard can also be effectively printed and finished on the reverse side.
“In order to be able to offer our customers this new, premium quality white back folding boxboard, we have converted our PM6 paper machine in Maastricht. Our multi-million-euro investment has resulted in a truly innovative production process,” says Lars Scheidweiler, Product Group Manager Paperboard at Sappi Europe.
Atelier can be delivered in rolls or sheets and with an FSC™ or PEFC™ certificate.
More information about Atelier can be found here.
