Mondi Developed Digital Packaging for Kärcher Sweeper
Mondi has debuted a new digital printing process for Kärcher's latest sustainable push sweeper packaging.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Home Cleaning
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Mondi created a new digital print packaging solution on brown paper for Kärcher's newest push sweeper. The machine itself features components made from 30 percent recycled plastic.
Why it matters
The design aligns brand impact requirements with a push for sustainable materials, communicating the product's environmental focus through its packaging.
The sweeper contains 30 percent recycled plastic, while the packaging utilizes multi-colour digital printing on a brown substrate. The process uses water-based inks verified by Swiss Quality Testing Services.
The players
Mondi
Mondi is a global packaging and paper company that provides integrated solutions for sustainable product protection.
Kärcher
Kärcher is an international manufacturer of cleaning equipment and systems known for its pressure washers and floor care tools.
Swiss Quality Testing Services
Swiss Quality Testing Services is an independent laboratory that performs product and materials verification.
The details
Mondi employs digital computer-to-print technology to eliminate the need for traditional printing plates, allowing for demand-driven production. A white underprint is applied to the brown paper to ensure high colour quality for the brand.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: Official publication of the development news.
Culture Shift
The adoption of digital computer-to-print technology reflects a broader industrial shift toward demand-driven production models that reduce waste. This movement away from traditional printing plates mirrors larger global trends prioritizing resource efficiency in consumer goods.
Consumers purchasing the new sweeper will receive packaging that utilizes more sustainable brown paper and non-toxic water-based inks. These design changes reflect a move toward products that emphasize recycled components in daily home cleaning routines.
The takeaway
Brands are increasingly using innovative printing techniques to maintain high visual standards on recycled packaging substrates. Incorporating recycled materials into both product design and shipping solutions is becoming a standard practice for household equipment manufacturers.
Further reading
Learn more about advancements in sustainable household maintenance tools in our Home Cleaning section.
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