PVC-Free Graphic Films for More Sustainable, High-Impact Visual Communications
Rayoart™PVC-Free Graphic Films are designed for impactful and responsible visual communications. This base film of polypropylene developed for advanced self-adhesive products guarantees high performance for both indoor and outdoor applications and actively contributes to more sustainable advertising practices.
Graphic films are popular in visual communications for their versatility, customization, and ease of use, with rising demand for durable options. However, traditional PVC-based films pose environmental concerns, including high resource use, waste generation, and toxic contents like phthalates and chloride.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films, made from recyclable BOPP, significantly reduce environmental impact while offering comparable performance for short and intermediate indoor and outdoor applications. They provide a sustainable, reliable alternative for businesses aiming to adopt eco-friendly advertising without compromising quality or performance.
Unique features
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films set new standards in how to make high-impact visual communications more sustainable. The product’s base material, biaxially-oriented polypropylene (BOPP), and the innovative production process help to reduce the environmental impact over the entire product lifecycle. This includes lower energy consumption in production, the elimination of the usage of toxic contents, and a more sustainable end-of-life product performance through improved recyclability. See the sustainability benefits and approximate savings in more detail:
Carbon footprint reduction
Fossil resources reduction
Water usage reduction
Solid waste reduction
Chloride plasticizers reduction
Increased recycling possibilities –
PVC-based graphic films typically require special waste treatment
Basis: 60µ PP vs 80µ Calendered PVC (cradle-to-gate); Source Data: Ecoinvent 3.6, Plastics Europe, Think Step; Methodology: ReCiPe Midpoint (H)
Versatile Applications
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films are engineered for versatility, meeting the diverse needs of both indoor and outdoor applications without compromising on quality or sustainability. These high-performance films are designed to enhance retail spaces, brand vehicles, and create durable outdoor advertisements effectively. Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films are highly versatile with the product range including clear, white, matt, and gloss variants. They are also stiffer, flatter, and stronger making them easier to install even for inexperienced users and therefore ideal for a wide range of short and intermediate indoor and outdoor applications.
Ideal for high-impact, visually engaging interior displays
Resilient against environmental factors, standing up to demanding applications
Excellent clarity and visibility for promotional or decorative window designs
Captures customer attention with standout graphics
Perfect for temporary or permanent vehicle advertising
Superior Properties
Explore our frequently asked questions to
learn more about Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films are base films for the manufacturing of self-adhesive films, made from biaxially-oriented polypropylene (BOPP), and are designed as a more sustainable, PVC-free alternative to traditional PVC-based graphic films. They are suitable for a variety of applications including indoor and outdoor advertising, street graphics, and window displays.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films significantly reduce environmental impact by more than 50% compared to PVC-based films. They require less energy for production, do not contain harmful chemicals like chloride, halogens, or phthalates, and offer significant improvements in recyclability, with polypropylene, the primary material, being inherently more recyclable compared to PVC.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films represent a significant advancement in environmental responsibility within the graphic film industry. While sourced from fossil resources, we maximize energy efficiency in production processes and avoid the use of harmful chemicals. The recyclability of polypropylene, their fundamental component, surpasses that of PVC. We are actively pursuing advancements in recycling practices, including the use of recycled materials, to decrease environmental impact even further.
Polypropylene, the primary material in Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films, is inherently more recyclable compared to PVC, which typically requires special waste handling. The challenge in achieving complete recyclability for our graphic films arises from the presence of additional components such as inks and adhesives. Despite these challenges, Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films represent a substantial improvement in sustainability compared to traditional PVC-based options. Our ongoing commitment to innovation is focused on overcoming these barriers to enhance recyclability further.
While Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films already offer improvements in recyclability, they provide additional significant end-of-life advantages. Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films not only lead to a 50% reduction in solid waste at landfills due to their lighter weight but also prevent hazardous chemicals from leaching into the soil. Moreover, during incineration, they emit only carbon and hydrogen, avoiding the release of harmful fumes. This makes Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films a distinctly more sustainable choice throughout their lifecycle.
We are in the process of obtaining certifications that will reflect our commitment to sustainability and product safety.
Yes, Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films offer comparable performance to PVC-based graphic films and are suitable for a wide range of applications, from short-term indoor events to intermediate-term outdoor use. It is important to note that while BOPP films require a top coating for direct printing, this layer enhances adhesion and durability, ensuring high-quality print results.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films require a specialized top coating for direct printing, enhancing print quality and adhesion. The unique BOPP bubble process used in manufacturing Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films ensures high dimensional stability, making them well-suited for a variety of printing techniques, including UV, latex, and eco-solvent methods.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films are designed for both short and intermediate lifetimes, with outdoor durability of up to four years, thanks to UV stabilization and robust physical properties.
Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films offer a cost-effective solution, providing a financially viable alternative to comparable products. Additionally, organizations can reduce their environmental footprint while also potentially lowering the long-term environmental costs associated with waste management and pollution clean-up.
Contact
For more details about Rayoart™ PVC-Free Graphic Films or to explore solutions tailored to your needs, please contact us. We are eager to answer your questions and discuss how Rayoart™ can help you contribute to more sustainable advertising practices
graphics@innoviafilms.com