Zero Waste means not rejecting anything, giving new life to the material and enhancing it through virtuous processes of product recycling, as well as transforming the materials that represent the residue of production.

“The plastics used in packaging – explains Erika Simonazzi, dir. mkt by Flo Spa – whether they are polymers derived from petroleum or bioplastics from renewable resources, they are an important asset for the environment because they are 100% recyclable several times without losing their original characteristics “.

The virtuous projects supported by Flo SpA include RiVending, the cycle for the recovery and recycling of plastic cups and stirrers for vending machines, and GEA the new-generation coffee capsule entirely composed of PLA Ingeo, a technical biopolymer produced by NatureWorks, resulting from renewable plant resources.

Without forgetting the absolute novelty in terms of design: “The 3D Bar”, the first bar completely 3D printed by an anthropomorphic robotic system realized through a generative design process using the waste material deriving from the production of GEA single-serving coffee capsules from Flo SpA.

Notizie recenti

  • 22 October 2025

    Host Milano 2025: a success built together

    At HOST 2025, FLO presented three major innovations combining sustainability, research, and design: Alpha, tableware in vegetal fiber and Qwarzo®, plastic free, compostable, and recyclable in paper; R-Hybrid SKY, cups made from post-consumer recycled polystyrene, already compliant with PPWR regulations and part of the RiVending circuit; GEA, 100% biobased compostable capsules with an oxygen barrier.

    Three projects, one vision: packaging that respects the planet and people.

  • 7 October 2025

    Innovation, Sustainability, and Hospitality: FLO Group is ready for Host Milano 2025

    FLO Group is coming to Host Milano 2025 (Hall 18P – Stand D32 E31) with three Ho.Re.Ca. innovations: R-Hybrid SKY in recycled PS, Alpha in plastic-free Qwarzo® cardboard, and GEA capsules in PLA. Innovation and sustainability for professional hospitality.

  • 2 October 2025

    FLO launches R-Hybrid SKY: the first vending cup made with food-grade post-consumer recycled polystyrene, already compliant with PPWR.

    R-Hybrid SKY, FLO’s new vending cup made from post-consumer recycled polystyrene, combines advanced eco-design, lightness, and recyclability, while delivering performance equivalent to traditional single-use cups. With recycled content more than double the EU 2030 target and already compliant with PPWR regulations, R-Hybrid SKY integrates into the RiVending system, allowing each cup to be turned into new raw material. It will be available from the end of 2025.