‘Game-changing’ thermoforming solution launched for food processors
SEALED Air has announced it has created a new thermoforming packaging solution said to defy the traditionally thick and heavy properties of THF materials.
Designed...
Sustainable innovation helps answer the challenge of food and packaging waste
Sue Mohan, sales director at RPC bpi protec, tells Packaging Scotland how sustainable innovation in film and laminates is helping meet the needs for...
Clondalkin develops new generation packaging
Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Wentus, based in Höxter, Germany, has developed a unique new barrier film for dry food products, particularly cereals, that prevents the...
Film pack specialist makes a mark after moving into apron production
FLEXIBLE film packaging specialist Skymark has developed protective aprons containing antimicrobial technology in response to the national call for help with the shortage of...
Macfarlane switches stretch wrap to 30% recycled content film
MACFARLANE Packaging has announced the firm has replaced its existing blown hand-applied stretch wrap with a film containing a minimum of 30% recycled material.
The protective...
Film distributor joins Foodservice Packaging Association
FILMS distribution business Plasfilms has confirmed it has joined the Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) by becoming a national distributor member.
The FPA membership is comprised...
New tech gives Scots firm the EDGE in sustainable packaging quest
A Scottish business involved in food safety and reducing un-recyclable plastic waste has won an £80,000 award to help take it to the next...
YPS to demonstrate compostable shrink film
YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) will be demonstrating compostable shrink film at this year’s Empack exhibition.
The company revealed it will show the 'excellent' finish achievable,...
Stronger and thinner film cuts wrapping costs
THE development of film materials that allow the use of stronger yet thinner films for wrapping pallets is enabling cost savings for end users....
Highland Spring launches its most sustainable eco pack to date
HIGHLAND Spring Group has launched what has been described as its most sustainable eco pack to date.
Using Coveris' Duralite R film, which is a...
