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The Need For A Shift To Digital Printing That Is Eco Friendly

By Anita Ortega


Since the invention of printing, life has never been easier in planet earth. Initially, it involved too much paperwork and wastage of both time and resources. Thing have become better with new methods being invented are more efficient. Sadly though, the problem of waste disposal has persisted. This is because a large percentage of the items used cannot decompose when gotten rid of. To this point, digital printing that is eco friendly is the ultimate solution.

It has been proven that the traditional processes consumed more energy and resulted into lots of wastes. The shelf life of finished printouts was also considerably low. More than sixty percent of these products went to the rubbish pits unused. While we cannot do away with digital printing, we have to make it environmentally friendly.

What needs a total overhaul is the use of plastic products for wrappings. When these are disposed, they hardly decompose and thus dirty the environment. Instead, it would be better if other materials like paper were used as they can easily be recycled and disposed. Their qualities only need improvement for a longer lasting effect.

For the image to be formed on paper, an oil film mixes with an electronic ink. This mixture is in a calculated proportion and it determines the image quality. Caution should be taken to use easily disposable ink and those known for being harmless to the users. Tests should be conducted before disposal to determine the possible environmental impact. Also use oil of good quality which can work more than once.

Every time one prints, there are some freely moving organic compounds that are released into the atmosphere. These can be very dangerous since they might contain harmful atomic energy. Industry players should therefore ensure that their services are offered in compliance with the law which clearly stipulates hazardous air pollutants should not be willfully released into the atmosphere. More research is required in this area to come up with safer alternatives.

Also worth considering is the ozone layer. Potentially harmful substances to the ozone if detoxified, greatly reduces problematic situations. In unavoidable circumstances, the duration of exposure should be kept at a minimum. Cartridges known for having been used are better handled carefully too. Serious regulations on ozone depletion exist in all parts of the globe, and ignorance to them is not an option at all.

It is also important to consider the type of ink used previously. It should be non poisonous as the printouts can at times be used for wrapping dugs and edibles. Ingesting such exposes the users to untold harm. There have been recent innovations that use anhydrous ink. This is quite encouraging as it cuts down the cost which could have gone to water. The products are also safer, longer lasting and more appealing.

Technology has done well to make this possible. However, it should even do better by creating products known for both being useful and compliant with the need to preserve nature. Companies recognized for designing products for this industry should work round the clock to avoid pollution in any form.




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