A recyclable pizza packaging solution designed to help food stay hotter for longer has been launched by Klöckner Pentaplast (kp).
Launching in the UK and selected European markets, kp Infinity Tavola has been developed to help quick-service restaurants, pizzerias, and delivery-led brands ensure pizza reaches consumers in the same condition as when it left the oven.
The solution is described as a ‘high-tech’ alternative to traditional cardboard pizza packaging, using a fully recyclable expanded polypropylene (EPP) structure to retain heat while keeping oil, grease, and food residue inside the pack. Klöckner Pentaplast said comparative testing demonstrated that kp Infinity Tavola kept pizzas up to 7.3°C hotter after five minutes compared with traditional alternatives. Even after an hour, it was still hotter.
The box consists of two identical interlocking parts, giving operators flexibility across dine-in, takeaway and delivery occasions. For takeaway and delivery, they combine to create a secure, lidded box while for dine-in operations, the box can be opened to support service and presentation. Available in a 12-inch format, kp Infinity Tavola is said to be fully recyclable within appropriate polypropylene collection and recycling streams.
Austin Schwarz, sales director, UK&I at kp, said, “We spend a lot of time talking and collaborating with customers and stakeholders from across the industry. They tell us they’re being asked to do more than ever before. Operators are under pressure to deliver food quickly, maintain quality during transportation and create a better customer experience.
“kp Infinity Tavola brings those needs together in one versatile design. It arrives flat, needs no assembly and provides operators with flexibility across multiple service occasions. Early trials showed that operators immediately recognised the space and time-saving potential and how kp Infinity Tavola helps pizzas stay hotter for longer during transportation. Its clean exterior and contemporary appearance also help premium operators create a more distinctive experience, whether customers dine in, collect or order for delivery.”
