The results of comprehensive trials have proven that multilayer food packaging structures with Ixan® polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) can effectively be recycled into valuable feedstock for other applications within a standard polyethylene (PE) based waste stream.
The thermal sealants are constructed entirely of extruded PE with three layers that consist of different polyethylene blends. Layers include a sealant for shaping and sealing, a structural core, and a thermally activated adhesive designed to bond with print web film.
Scottish firm sees growth potential with Minnesota sugar beets providing the key ingredient to create fiber-based barrier packaging that is a PFAS-free alternative to plastics.
Investment aims to support the containerboard and papermaking industries as they adapt to meet a variety of changing consumer and environmental requirements, such as the need for stronger natural polymer-based food packaging.
Session will include details on extended producer responsibility (EPR) and recycled content mandates, as well as regulatory updates related to toxic substances in packaging.
The use of renewable or bio-materials is one of many options to enhance the sustainability of packaging solutions and is complementary to source reduction, end-of-life strategies including recycling and composting, and the inclusion of recycled content.
The power of ProMach will be on full display in booth #1111, where several brands will be exhibiting machines and providing experienced customer service representatives to offer their insight into packaging solutions for every application.
The UCO came from Intersnack ANZ in New South Wales where it had been used to cook some of Australia’s favorite snacks like Kettle Chips, CC’s, Natural Chip Company, Thins and Cheezels. Impurities were removed from the UCO before it was delivered to the Geelong Refinery for processing.
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