With the servo X packaging line, less film needs to be shrunk, resulting in significant material savings. On average, the model has documented approximately 15% film savings versus similar systems, supporting companies’ sustainability goals.

Amcor has just launched Eco-Tite® R in Europe, the first designed to be recycled, PVDC-free shrink bag for fresh and processed meat, poultry and some cheeses.  Amcor Eco-Tite® R is designed to maximize shelf-life, maintain food safety, reduce food waste and can be recycled in existing polyethylene (PE) plastic recycling streams.

The two specialty film producers will now be known as Charter Next Generation (CNG). The comprehensive rebrand reflects a full integration of the two companies that merged in April 2019.  

Toray Plastics (America) Inc. introduces new Lumirror® STM Soft-Touch Matte film, a unique, matte-coated polyester film technology that simplifies processing and enables the manufacture of a robust, upscale, soft-touch matte lamination.

Gilt Metalized is a specialty thermal printable laminate film that boasts a stunning gold reflective foil effect.

Additionally, Pregis is leasing an additional 35,000 square feet in the Grand Rapids, Michigan, location for expanded warehousing capability.

Pregis works closely with suppliers to source quality recycled resins and operates their facilities with a zero waste goal. Recapturing recycled materials is one of the gaps within the plastics life cycle that Alliance members are working to solve.  

StePac L.A. Ltd.’s innovative modified atmosphere/modified humidity packaging technology is integrating sustainability into the long-haul transport of fresh broccoli and other vegetables traditionally shipped in ice. 

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) commissioned PTIS, LLC to provide a holistic view on the sustainability benefits that flexible packaging offers. The resulting report, “A Holistic View of the Role of Flexible Packaging in a Sustainable World,” achieved this goal.