How many blenders does BSH Nazarje produce annually, and how many EPS inserts will be eliminated?

BSH Nazarje produces over 170,000 blenders annually, and DS Smith’s solution will remove approximately 340,000 EPS inserts each year.

What is the name of DS Smith’s new cardboard insert?

The insert is called “Safe Shell”, designed to protect three types of BSH Nazarje hand mixers.

How does this initiative impact customer flexibility?

By replacing rigid EPS inserts, the cardboard solution allows easier handling and packing, improving customer flexibility.

DS Smith Collaborates to Replace EPS with Sustainable, Fibre-based Alternative

Paper Recycling | 2025-10-06 12:05:19

The innovative corrugated cardboard insert developed by DS Smith is called ‘Safe Shell’.

By Paul Ploumis

DS Smith Collaborates to Replace EPS with Sustainable, Fibre-based Alternative

Summary

Sustainable Packaging Initiative: DS Smith partnered with BSH Nazarje to replace EPS foam inserts in blenders with fiber-based, recyclable cardboard inserts, removing ~340,000 EPS pieces annually.
Innovative Product – Safe Shell: The “Safe Shell” corrugated cardboard insert protects three types of hand mixers, speeds up packing, and integrates seamlessly into existing packaging lines.
Recognition and Impact: The solution is fully recyclable, enhances sustainability, and was nominated for a Packaging Oscar in Slovenia for its innovation and efficiency.

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): In order to replace the Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam inserts in its household blenders with sustainable, fiber-based alternatives, DS Smith has partnered with BSH Nazarje, a Slovenian small home appliance firm.

One of the top manufacturers, BSH Nazarje, produces over 170,000 blenders annually. There used to be two EPS inserts in each blender. It is anticipated that DS Smith's new approach will remove about 340,000 EPS pieces, improving sustainability and increasing customer flexibility.

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DS Smith created the ground-breaking corrugated cardboard insert known as "Safe Shell." It is intended to offer protection for three distinct BSH Nazarje hand mixer types. Faster packing time is guaranteed by the manufacturer.

The DS Smith Universal Protection for Household Blenders' corrugated cardboard insert is readily included into current box and pallet product ion and packaging procedures and is fully recyclable. It should be mentioned that last year in Slovenia, DS Smith Universal Protection for Household Blenders received a nomination for a Packaging Oscar.

Rok Stifter, Director of Shared invention Services for the Small Household Appliances Division, commented on the invention, stating that the new, creative device uses 100% corrugated cardboard to combine sustainability and efficiency.

POLL

What is a primary benefit driving the replacement of EPS with fiber-based packaging?

A) Reduced packaging costs

B) Environmental sustainability and recyclability

C) Improved insulation properties

Frequently Asked Questions

How many blenders does BSH Nazarje produce annually, and how many EPS inserts will be eliminated?
BSH Nazarje produces over 170,000 blenders annually, and DS Smith’s solution will remove approximately 340,000 EPS inserts each year.
What is the name of DS Smith’s new cardboard insert?
The insert is called “Safe Shell”, designed to protect three types of BSH Nazarje hand mixers.
How does this initiative impact customer flexibility?
By replacing rigid EPS inserts, the cardboard solution allows easier handling and packing, improving customer flexibility.