- ELFBAR's latest concept vape is recognized by the iF Design
Award 2024 for its corrugated paper full-body design
- ELFBAR also presents R3 single-use vape prototype, elevating
the recycling rate to 85% of the entire product
- The brand reiterates its long-standing commitment to its
vape recycling program 'GreenAwareness'
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KONG, April 16, 2024 /CNW/ -- Global vaping
technology pioneer ELFBAR announced its product prototypes amid the
brand's stepped-up effort to further the recyclability of vaping
products.
ELFBAR's concept single-use vape — a corrugated paper structure
— wins the product design prize at the world-renowned International
Forum (iF) Design Award 2024.
ELFBAR Corrugated Paper Vape
In another latest example of bringing innovation by doubling
down on developing recycling technologies, the brand showcases R3,
a single-use vape prototype users can detach the battery on their
own for more hassle-free recycling.
Minimalist concept boosted by corrugated paper
The award-winning single-use vape applies degradable
corrugated paper to its entire shell, an inspiration that
originates from cardboard furniture and effectively scales down the
environmental impact of single-use vapes.
Users can easily remove the shell by tearing it off along the
dotted line. The structure marks the product's vision to stay ahead
in the industry's sustainability drive without compromising its
durability and user experience.
Used batteries in the discarded products can also be disposed of
properly and recycled after the paper shell is removed.
Opt for ever higher recyclability rates
ELFBAR's latest R3 prototype is a testament to its planet-caring
stance. By enabling the prototype to be dismantled manually into
five parts — lithium battery, shell casing, airflow sensor, battery
housing, mouthpiece and nicotine filter, this single-use product
lifts the total recycling rate to 85 percent.
Notably, its battery can be detached by users with a simple
push-and-release mechanism at the base.
With the easy-to-dismantle structure, this prototype guarantees
a hassle-free disassembly and significantly improves the recycling
efficiency at waste management facilities.
ELFBAR's recycling milestones
In addition to improving the recyclability of vaping products,
ELFBAR has been relentlessly working with partners to put in place
recycling points in retail outlets worldwide, and drive public
awareness towards responsible vape disposal under the
GreenAwareness recycling program.
As of 1 April 2024, ELFBAR and its
partners had provided over 160 retail stores with end-to-end
collection, transportation, and processing of discarded vapes, and
installed recycling bins in more than 1,000 stores across the
UK.
By then, over 200,000 pieces of discarded vapes, weighing 5,611
kilograms in total, had been collected, dismantled, and processed
responsibly.
Moreover, ELFBAR reiterates its ambition to extend the
GreenAwareness recycling program from the UK to other markets, and
from ELFBAR to LOST MARY in 2024, in a bid to place recycling bins
in over 4,000 stores globally.
As a pioneer in vape recycling, ELFBAR is slated to establish a
recycling chain with mature dismantling, recycling, and reusing
processes in a closed loop.
GreenAwareness was initiated by ELFBAR on a trial basis in
April 2023, with a commitment
to comprehensive vape recycling solutions and reducing the impact
of waste materials. Through this program, ELFBAR joins hands with
professional lithium battery recycling service providers to handle
the collection of discarded vapes from retailers, and transport
them to an Authorized Approved Treatment Facility (AATF) certified
organization, where these devices are fully disassembled into
components for a rigorous recycling procedure.
About ELFBAR
ELFBAR is a pioneer and innovator in the global vaping industry.
Since its inception in 2018, it has been dedicated to exploring new
frontiers by providing a distinct and diverse vaping experience,
with innovation at its core. ELFBAR stays committed to compliance,
youth protection, and sustainable growth in its unwavering
responsibility as a leading brand favored and referred to by tens
of millions of adult users worldwide.
For more information about ELFBAR as a brand and its products,
please visit elfbar.com.
About the iF DESIGN AWARD
Since 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD has been a globally recognised
trademark when it comes to design excellence. The iF brand is
internationally established as a symbol of outstanding design
achievements. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most important
design prizes in the world. It honours design achievements in all
disciplines: product, packaging, communication and service design,
architecture and interior design as well as user interface (UI),
user experience (UX) and professional concepts. All award-winning
entries are presented at ifdesign.com.
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