RDM Group has launched Vincicoat PLUS (V+), a new generation of coated recycled cartonboard.
The firm explained that recycled cartonboard is typically perceived to be weaker than virgin alternatives. Vincicoat PLUS has been engineered to reduce this gap, delivering ‘up to 15-20% higher strength’ than company standard WLC, while maintaining a ‘minimum of 85%’ recycled fibre content.
RDM said that with its ‘superior’ square stiffness, the resistance to stress applied during bending in both machine and cross directions, V+ is the strongest GD board (WLC) the business has ever offered, enabling better performance for creasing and folding during sheet conversion, leading to packaging structures that withstand higher compression resistance.
For frozen and humid applications, it is also available as hard-sized option with ‘exceptionally low’ water absorbency performance.
RDM added that the structural performance of V+ allows converters and brand owners to either reduce final packaging weight by up to 20%, or maintain existing grammages while increasing pack strength and product protection.
Vincicoat PLUS has been validated through external lab testing, including box compression and top-load strength tests, as well as high-speed conversion trials with converter partners. Pressure testing has been carried out on hard-sized board (Cobb 180 seconds) in combination with freezing and elevated-humidity conditions.
The board runs across printing, cutting, and box-forming processes and is said to be ‘ideal’ for demanding applications such as large boxes requiring high structural integrity; high-speed food and pharmaceutical packing lines; frozen and chilled food packaging; and heavier contents such as cosmetics, soaps and detergents.
Vincicoat PLUS is engineered and produced at RDM Group’s Santa Giustina mill in Italy.
“When performance is no longer the trade-off, recycled cartonboard becomes the obvious choice,” said Krzysztof Krajewski, chief sustainability and innovation officer. “With Vincicoat PLUS, brand owners can achieve the strength, durability, and reliability they need in their packaging to protect precious products, while also reducing material use and maximise recycled fibre content.
“Stronger boxes, lighter packs, and a circular solution all come together, giving brands the confidence to deliver exceptional solutions to consumers while supporting global environmental goals.”
