All Protection articles
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ArticleUPM extends barrier paper technology for label face papers
UPM Specialty Materials has extended its barrier paper technology to label face papers for the first time under its new UPM Asendo 80 grade, which applies grease-resistance technology to labelling without using PFAS.
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ArticleBirch bark converted into moisture, grease and oxygen barrier for paper packs
Innomost has recycled birch bark from the forest industry into a barrier material for fibre-based packaging, functional coatings and adhesives – said to protect products against moisture, grease and oxygen.
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ArticleCompact collaborative palletizer designed for heavy cases in limited space
FlexLink has launched RC20: a compact, standardized collaborative palletizing cell designed to handle heavier cases and high-throughput applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and more.
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ArticleResealable canister introduced by Mars to keep crackers fresh on the go
Mars Snacking has introduced a resealable canister for its Cheez-It and Club crackers, designed to help consumers keep the products fresh while eating on the go.
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ArticlePPWR compliance: are we stopping too early?
If PPWR forces us to rethink packaging anyway, why stop at compliance? Peter Stael, owner and partner at Across-Consult, explores the possibilities of going beyond the legal minimum and giving every pack its own traceable identity.
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ArticleRubbermaid’s food containers use copolyester with up to 50% recycled content
Rubbermaid has expanded its lineup of food storage and pantry containers to offer products made with Eastman’s Tritan Renew copolyester, which contains up to 50% certified recycled content.
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ArticleAhlstrom expands grease-resistant paper portfolio for North American market
Ahlstrom has launched its Grease-Gard PLUS and Grease-Gard PRO today, designed to expand its family of high-performance grease-resistant papers for the North American quick service restaurant (QSR) and food service market.
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ArticleAmcor and Tiptree partner on 30% PCR shrink films and pallet wrap
Amcor has collaborated with jams and preserves brand Tiptree to deliver certified 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) films for Tiptree’s shrink films and pallet stretch wrap, aiming to help the brand prepare for upcoming UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) changes while maintaining logistics packaging performance.
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ArticleDemeter Bio develops bio-based, non-toxic PFAS replacement coating
London-based company Demeter Bio has revealed a non-toxic coating designed to replace PFAS in textiles and packaging using biomaterials, suitable for applications such as clothing, upholstery, hygiene and packaging.
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ArticleSubmissions open for Starbucks’ global innovation challenge
Starbucks has opened submissions for its global Innocentive challenge, searching for a transparent, plastic-free compostable material for single-use cold cups and lids.
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ArticleChild-resistant packaging for nicotine pouches avoids costly redesigns
Chemular has launched a patent-pending, child-resistant packaging format for nicotine pouches, intended to help brands avoid complete design overhauls and extra investment.
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ArticleMondi and Fixit Gruppe partner on paper bag portfolio for building materials
Mondi has collaborated with Fixit Gruppe on a unified European paper bag portfolio for over 100 building material products, designed to optimize material usage, improve design to support recycling and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
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ArticleZerocircle introduces heat-sealable coating made from natural polymers
Zerocircle has unveiled its heat-sealable hydrophobic coating for paper cups made from natural polymers, said to provide water and grease resistance for hot beverages without a polyethylene lining or PFAS treatment.
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ArticleNew off-the-shelf container line contains 20% recycled PP from PureCycle
PureCycle Technologies and IPL Schoeller have developed SnapPack Square EVO, a tamper-evident container that contains 20% PureFive recycled polypropylene in every unit to align with incoming sustainability regulation.
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ArticleSecurikett introduces translucent paper-based security seals
Securikett has unveiled its ‘highly translucent’ paper-based security seals, available with a fibre tear effect or VOID technology and designed to deliver effective product protection without compromising packaging aesthetics.
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ArticleSTI Group combines transit packaging and product presentation with new tray
STI Group has revealed its Gravity-Feed Tray, designed to combine logistics, product protection and POS presentation within a single unit, ensuring products are always presented in the front row on shelf.
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ArticleVPK Packaging launches one-piece stackable packaging solution
VPK Packaging UK & Ireland has released a corrugated one-piece stackable packaging solution, aiming to help customers reduce complexity in supply chain, retail and packing environments.
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ArticleDS Smith and Schneider Electric collaborate on protective recyclable packaging
DS Smith and Schneider Electric have teamed up on a fully recyclable corrugated cardboard solution for three integrated electrical switchgear products, aiming to reduce material use and improve supply chain circularity.
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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview: PAPACKS’ fibre box for chilled fish and seafood
PAPACKS is nominated in this year’s Sustainability Awards for its Molded Fiber Box for chilled fish and seafood, said to be food-contact safe and recyclable in the paper waste stream. A finalist in the Renewables category, we spoke to PAPACKS CMO Manuel Leibrock to find out more.
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ArticleFreshness-saving packs from Esseoquattro slow spoilage to avoid waste
Esseoquattro’s Ideabrill line of freshness-saving packaging is designed to slow food spoilage, reduce food waste, and separate easily for recycling.