Mimaki Australia Launches Free Ink Cartridge Recycling Program

Mimaki Australia has announced its new free ink cartridge recycling program in partnership with Close the Loop, a leader in sustainable solutions. This initiative reflects Mimaki’s commitment to reducing waste and promoting the circular economy in the printing industry.

“As a company, we believe it is our responsibility to provide the cleanest and most sustainable products available today”. Close the Loop has operated printer consumable product stewardship programs since 2000 and is now the largest recycler of print consumables globally. The company has successfully repurposed over 26,000 tonnes of printer consumables in Australia.

Toner powder collected from cartridges is transformed into TonerPlas, an asphalt additive that enhances road performance and durability while reducing the carbon footprint. Close the Loop also creates other sustainable products from recycled materials while adhering to a strict Zero Waste to Landfill policy.

Customers using Mimaki genuine ink can now recycle used ink cartridges, ink bottles, and ink tanks for 3D printers free of charge as part of the program. For details on how to participate, visit https://www.closetheloop.com.au/cartridge-collection-program/

Mimaki has taken several steps to reduce plastic waste. In 2023, the company introduced paper-based ink cartridges in Japan, and a global rollout began in 2024. This change has resulted in a 68% reduction in plastic usage per cartridge.