{"id":3731,"date":"2019-01-15T14:25:26","date_gmt":"2019-01-15T14:25:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/\/blog\/?p=3731"},"modified":"2021-11-24T13:34:53","modified_gmt":"2021-11-24T13:34:53","slug":"contributing-to-a-sustainable-future-in-graphics-display-the-launch-of-dispa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/blog\/contributing-to-a-sustainable-future-in-graphics-display-the-launch-of-dispa\/","title":{"rendered":"Contributing to a Sustainable Future in Graphics Display \u2013 The Launch of Dispa\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">A Recyclable Rigid Substrate.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Graphics, displays and signage are a vast part of visual communication in our environments and therefore place a significant impact on sustainability practices. They enable our day to day communications in grocery stores, retail shops, homes, schools, and way-finding systems. With such a large reach, society has come to expect and place its trust in organizations to ensure the public\u2019s safety and behave responsibly and sustainably. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3732\" width=\"700\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/image.png 425w, https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/image-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption>Dispa\u00ae POP Display<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The industry has transformed in the ways that manufacturers, suppliers and designers use sustainable practices in the creation of graphics, displays and signage worldwide. The challenge for environmentally friendly design is attributed to the origin of the materials in use. <strong>Focusing on recycled content and sustainable certifications can help businesses maintain the customer\u2019s expectations of sustainability<\/strong>. At 3A Composites USA, the commitment to sustainability is apparent in our guiding principles of conservation, waste minimization and preservation. Today, our product life cycles not only start with sustainable practices but seek to promote sustainability post-use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:43px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-style-large is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>3A Composites USA is contributing to the ability of businesses to fulfill their promises of sustainability, health and human values by offering a rigid display board that is <strong>100% paper and 100% recyclable.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-very-dark-gray-background-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.3acompositesusa.com\/downloads\/Product-Sheet_Dispa.22019.pdf\">Dispa\u00ae Product Literature<br><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter columns-4 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_4799-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"3733\" data-link=\"https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=3733\" class=\"wp-image-3733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_4799-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_4799-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_4799-768x512.jpg 768w, 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\/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_DSC04774-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"3737\" data-link=\"https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=3737\" class=\"wp-image-3737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_DSC04774-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_DSC04774-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_DSC04774-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.graphicdisplay.3acompositesusa.com\/2019\/01\/DISPA_POS-POP-display-FESPA-2018_DSC04774-670x1005.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The introduction of DISPA\u00ae is an active contribution to sustainable rigid substrates that provide high-quality print results. Made with a unique structure of embossed formed paper,  DISPA\u00ae is strong, rigid, sustainable and printable.  DISPA\u00ae is also made of 100% FSC\u00ae-Certified paper (FSC\u00ae-C169891). The Forest Stewardship Council\u00ae (FSC\u00ae) label builds on a consistently reliable process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#6c8d7b;color:#ffffff;font-size:32px\">DISPA\u00ae offers a combination of beneficial properties while remaining <em>100% ecological.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:43px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lightweight<\/li><li>Perfect for short term promotional campaigns<\/li><li>Bright white and smooth surface \u2013 no distracting flute marks<\/li><li>Strong, rigid and stable<\/li><li>Processing is fast, efficient and easy<\/li><li>Compatible for print (digital and screen printing), lamination and CNC and die cutting<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Organizations like the FSC\u00ae are working to build the credibility of manufacturer\u2019s sustainability claims, and not only for the graphic display industry. As stated by the FSC\u00ae, \u201cPeople trying to make responsible purchases put their trust in the brands they choose. At FSC\u00ae we understand this, which is why we have created the world\u2019s most comprehensive and rigorous certification system.\u201d Society has also raised its expectations of transparency. Researching the manufacturers of the materials you supply or use is imperative when maintaining your claims of sustainability. You not only have a responsibility in the products life-cycle end, but holding manufacturers to their word in going green from the start. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>3A Composites USA manufacturing facilities go hand in hand with our efforts to supply sustainable material. Our product lines, including FOME-COR\u00ae, SINTRA\u00ae, GATOR\u00ae, and DIBOND\u00ae, are manufactured in facilities in Benton, KY; Statesville, NC; and Glasgow, KY, and all focus on reusing and recycling material in the process. 3A Composites USA targets its sustainability practices with the continuous improvement of our water and energy efficiencies and conservation, product recycling, emissions and hazardous substances. To learn more about our sustainable practices, visit <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/\/sustainability\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/\/sustainability\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Meeting our consumers\u2019 expectations starts with aligning our manufacturers, suppliers and designers mentalities of sustainability, and promoting the transparency of our processes and practices. FSC\u00ae-Certification is tangible and advantageous across industries, whether in construction, retail, packaging and paper and publishing. You can learn further about FSC\u00ae-Certification for your business <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/ic.fsc.org\/en\/for-business\/business-benefits\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>3A Composites USA understands the need for ecological and sustainable materials. The introduction of DISPA\u00ae in the U.S. Market* reinforces the graphics, display and signage industry to make decisions that meet the expectations for a more sustainable future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>*DISPA\u00ae will be coming to the U.S. market in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">FSC\u00ae Information courtesy of FSC United States and FSC International.&nbsp; Photography provided by 3A Composites Europe.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Recyclable Rigid Substrate. Graphics, displays and signage are a vast part of visual communication in our environments and therefore place a significant impact on sustainability practices. They enable our day to day communications in grocery stores, retail shops, homes, schools, and way-finding systems. 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