Mono-Material BOPE Recyclable Packaging Film Solutions

Jindal Films introduced four new high-density Ethy-Lyte BOPE films, which are designed for “ready to recycle” BOPE mono-material packaging solutions. Demonstrating performance in flexo, roto and digital printing, and packaging processing, Ethy-Lyte printing films are setting a new industry standard for PE-based packaging films. Ethy-Lyte 25HD200, which was introduced to the market last year, is being used as a substitute for conventional PET, OPA and OPP films within mixed laminates with PE sealing layers.

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Herrmann Ultrasonics // herrmannultrasonics.com

Herrmann Ultrasonics Thermal Sensor

Herrmann Ultrasonics incorporated a thermal sensor in the recently reworked LSM Fin module for continuous longitudinal seals and chained bags on VFFS and HFFS. The ThermoControl process control system monitors the temperature of the material during welding and adjusts the weld process in real time. The cold ultrasonic tools heat up and connect the polymer sealing layers using vibrations directly in the seal area, with no cold seal adhesive required. Even if there is residual coffee in the sealing area of the capsule, the ultrasonic technology still produces a tight and firm seal. The coffee is driven out before sealing occurs by mechanical ultrasonic vibrations.

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ProAmpac // proampac.com

QUADFLEX Recyclable

ProAmpac announced its latest addition to the ProActive Sustainability platform, QUADFLEX Recyclable. The format utilizes ProAmpac’s R-2000 recyclable laminated mono polyethylene product. Film structures come in standard or high barrier and can be made with clear windows in the main panels or the side gussets to showcase the product. Matte or gloss surface finishes are offered and reclose is enabled by recyclable press-to-close or hook-to-hook Aplix or Velcro zippers. QUADFLEX Recyclable is pre-qualified for in-store dropoff through polyethylene recycle streams.

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FUJIFILM North America Corporation // fujifilm.com

Digital UV Inkjet Label Press LP350

FUJIFILM North America Corporation announced the new FUJIFILM Digital UV Inkjet Label Press LP350, planned for release in early 2022 and designed to meet the growing demand within the prime label market for short-runs, high quality and variable content. By combining newly introduced UV inks with an inkjet print engine, the LP350 offers the capability to print at 164 feet per minute. The LP350 features newly introduced UV inks that have various resistant properties including surface durability, light fastness, and water and chemical resistance specific for label applications.

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Jackson’s // jacksonschips.com

Jackson's New Snack Packaging

Jackson's, a snack brand, revealed its state-of-the-art production facility and new packaging, branding and website. With the opening of a state-of-the-art factory in Muskego, Wis., it is the reportedly only brand producing in a facility 100% devoted to sweet potato chips. All varieties are Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, gluten-free, paleo, nut-free and kosher and are available in freshly redesigned 1.5 oz and 5 oz bags. Jackson's sources only non-GMO heirloom sweet potatoes directly from farmers, cooking them in coconut and avocado.

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November 2021 // flexpackmag.com