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FibreStrap - the sustainable cable tie

A patented paper cable tie, designed to easily replace current plastic solutions for bundling, securing, and attaching!

April 2025

FibreStrap - the sustainable cable tie

A patented paper cable tie, designed to easily replace current plastic solutions for bundling, securing, and attaching!

  • World Alliance Member
  • Featured Solution
  • Labelled Solution
Label Date April 24, 2025
From Sweden
Maturity stage TRL 9 / CRI 3-4 - Commercial Scale Up / Multiple commercial Applications

FibreStrap is a patented sustainable paper cable tie, designed to easily replace current plastic solutions for bundling, securing, and attaching in any industry. FibreStrap reduces carbon footprint and water usage with more than 80 percent. Made of long fibres from the Scandinavian forests it is strong, recyclable, and biodegradable – Made to endure, but not to last.

The Environmental Benefits

  • Sustainable Composition: FibreStrap is made from certified Scandinavian wood fibers, with at least 85% plant-based renewable materials. It is both recyclable and biodegradable, making it an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic cable ties.
  • High Strength and Durability: Despite being paper-based, FibreStrap offers impressive tensile strength, capable of handling up to 110N (approximately 12 kg) under normal conditions. It is also resistant to UV light (up to 1,000 hours).
  • Environmental Impact Reduction: FibreStrap reduces carbon emissions by over 85% and water usage by more than 80% compared to fossil-based plastic ties, supporting a move toward a circular bioeconomy and significantly lowering its ecological footprint.
  • FibreStrap reduces carbon footprint with more than 85% compared to fossil plastic cable tie alternatives.
  • FibreStrap reduces water usage by more than 80% compared to fossil-based plastic ties, supporting a move toward a circular bioeconomy and significantly lowering its ecological footprint.
  • Reduction in Fossil Plastic Use: FibreStrap replaces fossil-based plastics with plant-based materials, directly reducing the reliance on non-renewable resources and mitigating their environmental impact.

The Financial Benefits

  • FibreStrap due to its flexibility of the cord, can replace 2 or more plastic cable ties with one FibreStrap. In packaging solutions, FibreStrap can potentially remove excessive packaging material, making the products visible without plastic
  • In terms of total cost of ownership, while FibreStrap may have a slightly higher upfront cost, many clients find savings in compliance with environmental regulations, potential plastic taxes, increased brand value for eco-friendly products

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EVLR International AB

Made to endure, but not to last.

Headquarters 111 45 Stockholm, Sweden
Type Startup or self-employed
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