Issue n 4 January 2012 Post-it Recycled Notes Big impression. Small Footprint. A range of coloured recycled notes that makes going green easy. Because we want the world to stick around. Post-it Recycled Notes are Blue Angel certified products made of Blue Angel 100 % PCW recycled paper, coated on the back side with 3M's unique repositionable adhesive. Available in pack of 12 or in tower pack, they are designed to stick wherever desired and easily lift cleanly off of most surfaces. Shelf Life The minimum shelf life of Post-it products sold by 3M Office Supplies Division is two years from the date of manufacture. Storage Conditions It is recommended that all Post-it products be stored at optimum conditions (40-60% relative humidity and 15-26 C) when warehoused or on retail shelves. Application conditions Post-it products are designed for indoor use. Post-it products can be used in cold conditions to sub-zero temperatures, if applied at room temperature. They can be used in conditions as high as 48 C, but may fail in high shear applications at elevated temperatures. Caution : Cleaning and conditioning products may affect adhesion Colors may bleed when wet Test before using
Pack of 12 REF DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS PADS /PACK SHEETS /PAD 653-1 Pastel Yellow, X wrapped by 3 38mm*51mm 12 100 654-1 Pastel Yellow, X wrap 76mm*76mm 12 100 655-1 Pastel Yellow, X wrap 76mm*127mm 12 100 653-1RP 654-1RP 655-1RP Pastel rainbow pack : Grass green, Banana, Mandarina, light blue ; X wrap Pastel rainbow pack : Grass green, Banana, Mandarina, light blue, X wrap Pastel rainbow pack : Grass green, Banana, Mandarina, light bluex wrap 38mm*51mm 12 100 76mm*76mm 12 100 76mm*127mm 12 100
Pads Tower Pack REF DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS PADS /PACK SHEETS /PAD 653-1T Yellow Recycled Post-it Tower 38mm*51mm 24 100 654-1T Yellow Recycled Post-it Tower 76mm*76mm 16 100 655-1T Yellow Recycled Post-it Tower 76mm*127mm 16 100 653-1RPT Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Tower 38mm*51mm 24 100 654-1RPT Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Tower 76mm*76mm 16 100 655-1RPT Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Tower 76mm*127mm 16 100 653-1B Yellow Recycled Post-it Mini Tower 38mm*51mm 6 100 654-1B Yellow Recycled Post-it Mini Tower 76mm*76mm 6 100 655-1B Yellow Recycled Post-it Mini Tower 76mm*127mm 6 100 653-1GB Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Mini Tower 38mm*51mm 6 100 654-1GB Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Mini Tower 76mm*76mm 6 100 655-1GB Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Mini Tower 76mm*127mm 6 100
Z Notes Tower Pack and Cubes sleeve REF DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS PADS /PACK SHEETS /PAD R330 1B Yellow Recycled Post-it Z Notes Tower 76mm*76mm 6 100 R330 1GB Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Z NotesTower 76mm*76mm 6 100 R330 1T Yellow Recycled Post-it Z Notes Tower 76mm*76mm 16 100 R330 1RPT Pastel Rainbow Recycled Post-it Z NotesTower 76mm*76mm 16 100 B330 1RG Recycled carton Desk Grip Dispenser Not refillable Yellow 76mm*76mm 1 200 636 1CY Yellow Recycled Post-it Cube In a recycled carton sleeve 76mm*76mm 1 450 636 1CG Light green Recycled Post-it Cube In a recycled carton sleeve 76mm*76mm 1 450 R330-SD Z-Notes sustainable dispenser eco conceived: glass+recycled cork (100% recycled / 100% PCW) + 12 pads of 76mm*76mm 12 100 recycled Z-Notes (100% recycled& PCW) R330-SD1 Z-Notes sustainable dispenser eco conceived: glass+recycled cork (100% recycled / 100% PCW) + 1 pad of recycled Z-Notes (100% recycled & PCW) 76mm*76mm 1 100
Recycled Post-it Notes and Sustainable Development positive ecological impact Recycled Post-it Notes are certified Blue Angel and use recycled paper which is also certified Blue Angel Blue Angel certification ( ) is the oldest and most trustworthy European environmental label which certified that the Post-it Notes Markers are manufactured in France with Blue Angel paper which 100% pulp come from Post Consumer Waste Post Industrial Waste CAN NOT be used for the Blue Angel certification Post Consumer Waste is generally thought of as waste paper generated at the home or in the office after it has served its intended use. Post Industrial Waste is generally thought of as waste paper generated during paper manufacturing process before it has served its intended use Use Post Consumer Waste vs Post Industrial Waste have strongs advantages for a better ecological impact like: >>>> come from an end product that has completed its life cycle >>>> allow to develop home and office recycling paths >>>> participate to end users education to sustainable development >>>> avoid these wastes go to the landfills
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ADHESIVE Adhesive material Acrylic repositionable PAPER Paper type Paper bleaching Paper origin Paper certification Paper weight Uncoated paper 100 % recycled pulp 100 % post-consumer waste PCF type Europe Blue Angel 80 gsm BACKSHEET Paper type Paper bleaching Paper origin Paper certification Paper weight Printed grey uncoated paper 100 % recycled pulp 100 % post-consumer waste PCF type Europe Blue Angel 80 gsm PACKAGING Primary pack Pack of 12 OPP Film Tower Pack Solid board with 100% recycled fibers Shipper Pallet Corrugated board with minimum of 70% recycled fibers Wood pallet + Stretch PEBD film PCF : stands for Processed-Chlorine-Free meaning that no chlorine or chlorine derivatives are used in the recycling process for bleaching the pulp (Chlorine is a very strong oxidizing agent which has negative effects on the environment).
END USER BENEFITS FEATURE (HAS) AVANTAGE (WHICH MEANS) BENEFIT (SO THAT) Multi-pack format Ability to share pads within an office Saves money. Increases personal pleasure among coworkers. Assortment of colours Pleasing colours in the office Specific points / messages can be highlighted Personal profit / pleasure Saves time Correct size to meet user's needs. Increases productivity Numerous size options Saves paper - use only the size/amount of paper needed to effectively communicate your message. Improves quality of the environment Convenient. Easy to make copies of document without removing staples. Allows you to make comments without damaging the original. Saves time Repositionable adhesive Notes do not hide/cover-up important information Eliminates need for staples and paper clips Increases productivity Improves quality of the environment Removable, reusable Easy to use Can be applied to a variety of surfaces without damaging them Reduces worry
ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS FEATURE (HAS) AVANTAGE (WHICH MEANS) BENEFIT (SO THAT) PACK OF 12 AND TOWER PACK ADVANTAGES Papers used for Post-it Recycled Notes are 100 % PCW recycled and Blue Angel certified. Post-It Notes manufactured in an ISO14001 certified factory with on-going pollution prevention actions and programs Post-It Notes can be recycled Post-It Notes are primarily manufactured locally for European market This certification guarantees the percentage of recycled fibers and the elimination of some substances harmful for environment and human health. Volatile Organic Compounds continuously reduced as documented in the annual 3M France Environmental report In-process and ultimate paper wastes collected and managed through dedicated waste stream recycling 3M has a strong environmental management system in place according to ISO 14001 standards and regularly checked by notified body since 1996 Notes can be treated like any other office waste paper as documented by 3M Company position letter dated Nov 18,2002 Reduction of the shipping/transportation distances between supplier and customer therefore reduces fuel consumption and emissions for delivering goods. Protection of the environment by reducing the use of natural resources. Plant emissions reduced by 98% over 1990-2005 period Manufacturing paper waste shipped to a waste paper collecting company for further recycling Pollution risk occurrences minimized at all stages of the manufacturing process as required by ISO14001 principles and practises Factory site practises recognized with 2004 Enterprise & Environment national award Notes can be disposed in paper office waste bins therefore go through the normal paper recycling waste stream Reduction of the fuel consumption associated with transportation TOWER PACK ADVANTAGES Minimum Packaging Minimum use of ink No individual plastic wrapping of the pads The primary packaging fulfils dispenser function The use of one single ink allows an easier de-inking process Protection of the environment by reducing the waste Protection of the environment by reducing the consumption and enabling an easy recycling