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Pulper Zero
Revolutionise your business with Pulper Zero a fully recyclable, plastic-free, high-performance RFID inlay. It’s an innovative, environmentally friendly RFID solution that reduces e-waste and environmental impact. Made from paperboard, Pulper Zero offers high performance for various applications, from supply chain management to retail and hospitality, without the plastic, heavy metals, and waste associated with traditional RFID products.
Sustainability is your brand’s destination
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Pulper Zero
High performance, low environmental impact RFID inlays
The world’s first recyclable, plastic-free RFID solution, certified biodegradable, meets the growing need for sustainable technology in industries worldwide. By eliminating the use of plastic, Pulper Zero delivers the reliability you need with a commitment to sustainability.
Pulper Zero
Innovative technology with silver conductive ink
Features a silver conductive ink antenna printed on paper with a direct chip attachment, eliminating plastic and heavy metals. This eco-friendly design enhances recyclability and maintains reliable RFID performance without compromising performance.
Pulper Zero
Zero waste, infinite possibilities
We understand every customer is unique. Take advantage of our bespoke services. We’re specialists in the design, engineering, and manufacture of custom RFID cards, inlays, tags, and solutions. Tell us exactly what you need, and we’ll make it happen.
Available in tags, inlays, sheets, rolls, and cards, Pulper Zero supports HF, NFC, and UHF technologies, making it ideal for diverse industries and uses.
Pulper Zero
Paper RFID, join a growing movement
Pulper Zero leads the way in environmentally responsible RFID technology. By using a recyclable wood fiber substrate and innovative silver conductive ink antenna, Pulper Zero avoids the use of harmful plastics and metals, ensuring your business can meet both performance and sustainability goals.
Technical Specifications
Pulper Zero
Pulper Zero leads the way in environmentally responsible RFID technology. Using a recyclable wood fibre substrate and innovative silver conductive ink antenna avoids harmful plastics and metals, ensuring your business can meet performance and sustainability goals.
Material composition
Wood fiber-based with silver conductive ink, 100% plastic-free
Available Formats
Sheet, roll & card
Frequency Bands
HF (13.56 MHz), UHF (860-960 MHz)
Printing Compatibility
Standard litho offset presses, Digital HP Indigo, Inkjet
Certifications
Certified recyclable, biodegradable, RoHS compliant
FAQs - Pulper Zero
What makes Pulper Zero® ideal for sustainable business solutions?
Pulper Zero® combines high-performance RFID technology with a paper-based, fully recyclable design, making it ideal for businesses committed to sustainability. By eliminating plastics and heavy metals, Pulper Zero® helps companies achieve their environmental goals while delivering reliable RFID performance. Whether for transportation cards, event tickets, or inventory tracking, Pulper Zero® ensures businesses can innovate responsibly and reduce their carbon footprint.
What are the operating and storage conditions for Pulper Zero®?
Pulper Zero® is designed to perform reliably across a variety of environments. It operates effectively within a temperature range of -40 °C to 85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F), making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. For storage, Pulper Zero® has a 1-year shelf life under controlled conditions of +20°C and 50% relative humidity. These specifications ensure that Pulper Zero® maintains its performance and durability over time.
What makes Pulper Zero® ideal for sustainable business solutions?
Pulper Zero® combines high-performance RFID technology with a paper-based, fully recyclable design, making it ideal for businesses committed to sustainability. By eliminating plastics and heavy metals, Pulper Zero® helps companies achieve their environmental goals while delivering reliable RFID performance. Whether for transportation cards, event tickets, or inventory tracking, Pulper Zero® ensures businesses can innovate responsibly and reduce their carbon footprint.
What sustainability certifications does Pulper Zero® hold?
Pulper Zero® meets several key sustainability certifications for paper recyclability and biodegradability. It fully complies with RoHS, ensuring the product is free from hazardous substances like lead, mercury, and cadmium.
Is Pulper Zero® suitable for hybrid RFID solutions?
Yes, Pulper Zero® can support hybrid RFID solutions by integrating multiple technologies, such as combining HF and UHF capabilities in a single product. This makes it ideal for dual-purpose applications like smart access cards that manage long-range vehicle entry and near-field micropayments. Its hybrid functionality ensures businesses can maximize efficiency and deliver more value to users.
How durable is Pulper Zero® for day-to-day use?
Pulper Zero® has undergone rigorous testing to ensure durability and reliability. It meets high standards for torsion, bending, and damp heat performance, meaning it can handle everyday wear and tear, humidity, and temperature variations. With its robust design, Pulper Zero® delivers consistent performance across its entire lifecycle, making it ideal for high-usage applications such as transportation cards, event tickets, and access control systems. However, it is an entirely paperboard product unsuitable for long-term use. See our spec sheet or contact our team to see if it suits your needs.
What are the available formats and delivery options for Pulper Zero®?
Pulper Zero® is available in multiple formats, including cards, sheets, inlays, and rolls, making it suitable for various applications. It can be customised to meet specific thickness requirements of 400, 600, or 800 microns. The cards are delivered in boxes of 200 pieces, offering convenience and scalability for businesses of all sizes. Whether you need blank products or custom-printed solutions, Pulper Zero® can meet your requirements. Request a quote or custom format today.
How is Pulper Zero® different from traditional RFID products?
Traditional RFID products often contain plastic and heavy metals, which complicate recycling and contribute to e-waste. Pulper Zero® eliminates these issues with its paper-based design, silver conductive ink antennas, and direct chip attachment technology. It is fully recyclable, biodegradable, certified to meet strict sustainability standards, and lighter in weight, reducing both shipping emissions and material waste without sacrificing RFID performance.
What industries is Pulper Zero® suitable for?
Pulper Zero® is designed to serve a wide range of industries. It is ideal for public transportation systems, retail loyalty programs, and hospitality access cards. It is also an excellent solution for corporate and industrial identification, education campus access, entertainment ticketing, and smart cities that use IoT solutions. Its flexibility makes it valuable for businesses looking for sustainable RFID technology that aligns with their industry-specific needs
What RFID technologies does Pulper Zero® support?
Pulper Zero® supports multiple RFID technologies, including High Frequency (HF) at 13.56 MHz, Near Field Communication (NFC) for mobile interactions and contactless systems, and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) at 860-960 MHz for long-range applications. These options make Pulper Zero® versatile and suitable for various use cases, from access control to inventory tracking; learn more about our technical capabilities.
Is Pulper Zero® recyclable?
Yes, Pulper Zero® is fully recyclable in standard paper waste streams; it has recycled certification ORD-02416-Cert-1. Unlike traditional RFID solutions that rely on plastic and heavy metals, Pulper Zero® is designed to integrate seamlessly into paper recycling systems.