Materials that matter,
innovations that endure.
We create. We innovate. We sustain.
As a material-science thought leader and manufacturer, Jadex is driven to innovate essential product solutions that support the health of consumers and the environment.
A material difference for a sustainable future.
At Jadex, we create solutions based on your needs. We are your partners, your industry experts, your problem solvers. Our dynamic group of companies each innovate with intent, manufacture solutions that help reduce waste, recirculate materials, and regenerate nature. These are just some of the ways that Jadex makes a material difference every day.
Our Role
We are the catalyst, turning problems into solutions that allow our partners and consumers to use materials more effectively and responsibly.
Our People
We are makers dedicated to transforming materials into essential products that help improve lives and reshape the future.
Our Products
We strive to make practical and sustainable solutions. We create more from less, always with an eye on tomorrow.
The cornerstones of our success: Meet the four Jadex operating companies that make a material difference every day.
We craft straws and cutlery with options that are both home and industrial-compostable. We do more with less, always with the future in mind.
Masters of zinc, Artazn is more than coins. Our zinc products help restore bridges, build homes, and bolster high-rises. We recycle, reuse, and repurpose our zinc, continuously innovating solutions that make a material difference.
Makers of News
Our dynamic leadership, constant innovation and endless commitment to sustainability continue to push the materials-science world forward. Learn about our industry-leading expertise, and how it can change you and your businesses for the better.
Biodegradable vs. Compostable - What’s the Real Difference and Why Does It Matter?
While all compostable products are biodegradable, the terms are not interchangeable. Compostable items are a regulated subset that must break down within a specific timeframe under controlled, aerobic conditions to produce nutrient-rich soil. This distinction is critical for infrastructure, as anaerobic decomposition in landfills produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The FTC’s Green Guides ensure manufacturers provide clear, verifiable evidence for all environmental claims to protect consumers from confusion and greenwashing.
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Child-Resistant Closures: How Do They Work and Where Can You Use Them?
Child-Resistant Closures (CRCs) are a vital safety feature mandated by the CPSC under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) for dozens of hazardous products, including prescription medication, household cleaners, and cannabis products. These closures require a minimum of two motions to open, like the common "push down and turn" mechanism, making them difficult for children under five to access quickly, while remaining easy for adults.
Read MoreWhat Is Injection Molding and How Does It Work?
Injection molding is a highly efficient manufacturing process used across nearly every industry. The process works by injecting resin (like HDPE, PP, or PET) into a clamped mold, where it cools under pressure before being ejected. The six precise steps of the process are clamping, injection, dwelling, cooling, mold opening, and ejection. While initial lead times can be long, the advantages of injection molding are its high efficiency and unmatched repeatability for creating identical, high-precision components at scale.
Read MoreGreen Overcommitment: Why Some Big Players Are Revamping Their Sustainability Goals
Many big companies set overly ambitious sustainability goals because of optimism and public pressure. Now, they're starting to adjust those targets to be more realistic and strategic. This change is moving from emotional promises toward focusing on what's actually possible based on market conditions and proven science. The bottom line is that being transparent and setting achievable goals builds trust and is essential for making real, lasting environmental progress.
Read MoreMade for makers: Jadex wants you
Are you an innovator? A problem solver? Or simply looking to be part of an organization that is making a material difference? Join the Jadex team.
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Innovation all over the nation.
Keep up with the latest innovations from Jadex, Alltrista, LifeMade, Shakespeare, and Artazn. Learn how our uniquely crafted solutions help build better tomorrows.