BERRY Global has revealed that its NorDiVent Form-Fill-Seal (FFS) film is helping Danish dry mortar specialist Marlon meet its sustainable packaging goals.
Marlon has been able to switch from NorDiVent bags made from 100% virgin plastic to a version containing 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic. The film has also been downgauged by 7% while maintaining its strength characteristics, Berry added.
These reductions are part of ongoing initiatives between Berry and Marlon designed to eventually see the inclusion of greater levels of recyclate and further downgauging for which successful trials have already been conducted.
“The ongoing reduction in virgin material usage and incorporation of recycled plastic are critical elements in improving the sustainability of our packaging,” said Søren Hammer, production manager of Marlon. “Nevertheless, specialist products such as ours also need the best packaging in terms of protection and convenience to ensure the highest quality and user experience for our customers. Through our partnership with Berry and thanks to the company’s technical know-how, we have been able to ensure that both requirements have been achieved with no compromise.”
Marlon Dry Mortar only requires the addition of water for it to be used on construction sites. Full protection from water and moisture during transport, logistics, and storage is essential. The ‘durable and waterproof’ construction of Berry’s patented NorDiVent film, which lets out air in a dust-free manner, is said to provide moisture protection, enabling the dry mortar to be stored outdoors.
Berry added that the recycled polymers it uses have been independently certified to provide traceability and reassurance on chain-of-custody claims, while ensuring the NorDiVent film maintains ‘high technical performance, consistency, and quality’.
“Berry and Marlon share an ongoing commitment to sustainability in all areas of our operations,” added Neal Geryl, business development director for Berry Global Flexible Films. “It is very pleasing when partnerships like ours can achieve positive results that deliver real benefits for ourselves and our customers.”
