Back to School 2012
Westcott's Back to School offering is better than ever with the advent of our new KleenEarth® Kids and Student Recycled School Tools in COLOURS! Just making a few small changes in how we do things can make a huge difference in our planet. That's why Westcott used recycled material in the eco-friendly designs of our KleenEarth® products and packaging.
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KleenEarth® Kids and Student Recycled School Tools feature:
- Plastic components made from 70% recycled plastic and new for Back to School 2010 these are available in 4 fun kids and student colours!
- Microban® protection which prevents the growth of odour and stain causing bacteria
- RPET blister packaging - this transparent plastic cover that holds your product on the product card is made from 100% recycled plastic and is 100% recyclable.
- 80% post consumer waste recycled product card - the product card is 100% recyclable as well.
KleenEarth® Recycled School Tools are offered in scissors, rulers, sharpeners, erasers, compasses and protractors in 4 Kids colours and 4 Student colours. Products in Kids colours are best suited for younger learners from JK to grade 6, with Student colours appealing to Grades 7 through College/University.
Our KleenEarth® Line supports the following Socially Responsible Trends:
Sustainability
- Trends in consumer actions to protect the environment continue to grow.
- 67% of consumers utilize recycling resources that are available to them.
- 30% would boycott a brand or retailer that is irresponsible to the environment.
Health Conscious
- Consumers today are more aware of germs than ever before.
- 70% of Americans own 6+ products in the household that contain AB protection. Usage is growing. (2007 Gallup Study). Canadian results are slightly behind but catching up fast
Westcott would also like to introduce for Back to School 2012 our new NON-STICK Kids and Student Scissors with MICROBAN®. These new scissors feature:
- Non-Stick safety blades with superior adhesive resistance
- Microban® Protection which prevents the growth of odour and stain causing bacteria
- 10 year warranty
School Tools with Antimicrobial Protection
The handles are infused with Microban® protection to inhibit the growth of bacterial odours. How does Microban® technology work? Contains an antimicrobial ingredient to prevent microorganisms from degrading the product". Office and school products such as scissors, paper trimmers, etc. can be breeding grounds for microbes. Microban® protection helps keep these products cleaner. MICROBAN is a registered trademark of Microban Products Company.
Look for teacher/collegiate NON-STICK Titanium Bonded scissors as well that feature the added strength of titanium bonded blades!
