Founded in 2011 by veteran packaging leader Paul Tasner, PulpWorks designs and produces custom molded-fiber packaging from renewable and upcycled materials as an alternative to single-use plastic. Its patented Karta-Pack began as a compostable replacement for plastic blister packs, and the company now develops production-ready fiber packaging for brands seeking recyclable or compostable protection. PulpWorks has earned more than 20 awards for sustainable packaging and environmental innovation.
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FiberCelFiberCel manufactures custom-engineered molded pulp protective packaging, drawing on more than 40 years of experience in the field. Its packaging is made from recycled fiber and is designed to cushion and protect products during shipping.PORTVILLE, NY
Rigid Sustainable SolutionsLaunched in 2024 by former Procter & Gamble R&D leader Andrew Horton, Rigid Sustainable Solutions develops molded-fiber and rigid-paper packaging designed to reduce single-use plastics. From its Oxford development lab at Miami University, the company helps partners move from early concepts and prototypes toward scalable, recyclable packaging, drawing on Celwise technology and hands-on manufacturing experience.OXFORD, OH
Emerald EcovationsEmerald Ecovations grew from paper-industry executive Ralph Bianculli’s 1997 effort to challenge the use of trees and petroleum in everyday disposables. The company now makes renewable-fiber packaging and foodservice products for organizations seeking alternatives to conventional single-use materials, while also helping customers understand their environmental impact.HUNTINGTON, NY
PAPACKS SALES GmbHFrom its Cologne headquarters, PAPACKS SALES GmbH develops and industrially manufactures fiber-based molded packaging from renewable materials, including paper, wood and industrial hemp. Its BRCGS-certified plants in Arnstadt and Appingedam can produce more than one billion molded parts a year, while more than 120 worldwide patent families support its work on plastic-free coatings and packaging technology. PAPACKS has received the WorldStar Packaging Award annually since 2022 and extends its production model through licensing partners in international markets.NEW YORK, NY