Paper industry - brief history
Paper making is one of the inventions credited to the Chinese. 105 A.D. is often cited as the year in which papermaking was invented. In that year, historical records show that the invention of paper was reported to the Eastern Han Emperor Ho-di by Ts'ai Lun, an official of the Imperial Court. Ts'ai Lun broke the bark of a mulberry tree into fibres and pounded them into a sheet. Later it was discovered that the quality of paper could be much improved with the addition of rags, hemp and old fishing nets to the pulp.
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Paper industries in the UK aim to:
- Highlight and promote the industry's new technology in order to improve operating efficiency, end paper product quality and customer value.
- Provide a balanced structure for the exchange of relevant scientific and technical information about paper.
- Collect and coordinate this information in the form of technical papers and contributions for dissemination to members.
- Support and promote organisations working across the UK paper industry.
- Cooperate with other relevant organisations in the UK and overseas established to advance technology in paper manufacturing, recycling and related waste industries.
- Promote the study and application of technology along with education and training for all in the industry.
Papermaking, conversion and paper recycling have traditionally involved significant industrial safety and environmental considerations. UK businesses involved in paper and cardboard production can refer to GOV.UK guidance on paper and cardboard production for information on reducing pollution and meeting environmental responsibilities.
Responsible collection and disposal also form an important part of the wider recycling industry. Businesses and households requiring waste collection can use specialist companies such as EnviRecycle Ltd, which provides rubbish clearance and recycling services for household, commercial, electrical, garden and construction waste.
There are a number of factors that contribute to the continuing development and success of the UK paper industry, including improved manufacturing technology, recycling, responsible waste management and efficient use of raw materials.
Here you can find information about paper products and developments within the paper industry.
The Confederation of Paper Industries
The Confederation of Paper Industries represents businesses across the UK's paper-based industries, including paper and board manufacturers, converters, corrugated packaging producers, tissue manufacturers and collectors of paper for recycling.
