JANUS Coated Paper Compost Trials

Welcome to our live compost trial!

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Trial 1 – Cup Stock Paper Compost Trial

Building on our previous successful lab tests with JANUS-coated paper, we are now evaluating the compostability of thicker cup stock paper under natural conditions. This trial allows us to observe and document how quickly these materials decompose over time in a real-world setting. We’re excited to share this journey with you through a live stream and time-lapse videos, bringing you along as we explore how these sustainable solutions perform.

**You can view previous time-lapse clips by selecting “Live Stream” and then choosing “Time-Lapse” to track the progress so far. Stay tuned and watch nature do its work!

Trial 1 start date: December 12, 2024 –

Paper Cupstock #26 (28.5″ width) – Left

290 GSM paper, 22 GSM JANUS+ coating on one side (facing down)
Non-coated side (facing up)

Paper Cupstock #15 (24″ Width) – Middle

320 GSM paper, 22 GSM Janus coating on the brown side (facing down)
Non-coated side (facing up)

Paper Cupstock #5 (29″ Width) – Right

360 GSM paper, 20 GSM Janus coating on both sides

Ground/Surface Compost Frame: 36” x 21 1/2”

Material: Untreated Pine 2” x 4” Wood (Outdoor Latex White Paint)

Lighting: Supplemental LED Light

TRIAL 2 – Innovative Paper Compost Trial

This trial showcases the decomposition process of sandwich paper coated with our JANUS compound.

The compost bin is filled with layers of rocks and dirt to simulate natural ground conditions and features a glass window that allows you to observe the decomposition process up close. Between the glass and the soil, we’ve placed sheets of sandwich paper, each with unique specifications detailed on our webpage for easy identification.

To mimic natural conditions, the setup includes a timed irrigation system that waters the bin twice a day for 15 minutes. Additionally, we’ve planted seeds on the surface, allowing you to watch roots grow and interact with the composting environment over time. This trial will run for several months, providing valuable insights into how our paper performs under real-world conditions. Tune in to explore how innovation meets nature in our mission for a sustainable future!

Trial 2 start date: December 20, 2024 – 21 day(s) Past

Sandwich Wrap – A	Sandwich Wrap – B
Duplo Burger bacon (Brazil) Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 25 GSM paper, 5 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)	Hotpack Wrap Generic Print Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 28 GSM paper, 6 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)
Sandwich Wrap – C	Sandwich Wrap – D
Breakfast Sandwich (Canada) Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 23 GSM paper, 6.5 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing the glass) Non-coated side (facing dirt)	Popeye’s Generic Print Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 30 GSM paper, 9 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)
Sandwich Wrap – E	Sandwich Wrap – F
Mostaza Wrap Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 30 GSM paper, 9 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)	Generic Sandwich Wrap Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 23 GSM paper, 9 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)
Sandwich Wrap – G	Sandwich Wrap – H
Sandwich Wrap Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 30 GSM paper, 9 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)	Big Wrap Size: 5.5″ x 5.5″ 30 GSM paper, 9 GSM JANUS coating on one side (facing dirt) Non-coated side (facing the glass)

Compost Bin: L36” x W16″ D26” (50″ Tall)

Glass Viewing Area: 26 ½” x 18 ½”

Base: 30″ x 36″

Lighting: Supplemental LED Light