Package of the Month
Inline Plastics launches new Safe-T-Fresh® 7-inch Rounds
Inline Plastic is set to release an enhanced version of its rounds, the TS7046, in the near future.
Inline Plastics, a leading manufacturer of innovative, high quality, crystal clear food packaging, has announced the release of the TS7020C3, a round, 20 oz, three-compartment package meant for convenient, on-the-go and portioned snacks. Designed with Inline Plastics’ Safe-T-Fresh® technology, each package features tamper evident and tamper resistant seals to keep all food safe and secure.
The TS7020C3 is also equipped with a specialized lidding solution that prevents foods in different compartments from moving around during handling, maintaining optimal flavor and safety from transport to consumption. With a clear, glossy look, identifying preferred snacks enclosed by the packaging is easy as well.
The rounds are equipped with tamper evident properties to keep its contents safe and secure.
Additionally, the new solution places an emphasis on the environment, as it boasts a leak-resistant seal that prevents spillage and food waste. The TS7020C3 is also made with 10% post-consumer PET and 100% recyclable plastic, certified by SCS Global Services.
Inline Plastics is doubling down on this solution in the near future, as a 46 oz option, the TS7046, is in development.
Learn more about Inline Plastics.
Courtesy of Inline Plastics
Guittard introduces couverture line of chocolate using PCR packaging material
Guittard Chocolate Company, the 156-year-old San Francisco-based chocolate maker, has announced Guittard Couverture, a new category of professional chocolate products with updated product rheology, packaging, and distribution. Guittard Couverture, now offered in a 2-pack, 3-kilo variety for wholesale customers, will make it easier than ever for professionals to select and purchase the most suitable, premium chocolate products for their intended use.
The Guittard Couverture line will offer eight products: 31% cacao Crème Française White Chocolate, 35% cacao Soie Blanche White Chocolate, 38% cacao Soleil d’Or Milk Chocolate, 41% cacao Eclipse du Soleil Milk Chocolate, 55% cacao La Nuit Noire Semisweet Chocolate, 61% cacao Lever du Soleil Semisweet Chocolate, 64% cacao L’Etoile du Nord Chocolate, and 72% cacao Coucher Du Soleil Bittersweet Chocolate, all now available in a 3-kilo bag made with 30% post-consumer recycled material. In addition to the new smaller package offerings, the Guittard Couverture line will continue to be offered in larger 25-pound wholesale sizes previously available to customers.
The diverse range of cacao percentages and viscosities offers professionals flexibility in flavor, texture, and functionality, with new viscosity and fluidity guidance on-pack, further informing best uses for professional applications. Guittard’s focus on application and flavor in this new category underscores the company’s expertise in knowing the needs of today’s chefs, artisan confectioners, and bakers.
Guittard Couverture will be available to purchase wholesale nationally through distributors or directly at Guittard.com.
Courtesy of Guittard Chocolate Company
Innovia Films launches new film for ice cream flow wrap packaging
Innovia Films, a material science pioneer and major producer of BOPP films, has announced the launch of a white ultra low density film that was specifically engineered to be a good fit for ice cream flow wrap packaging.
“Nothing screams summer more than ice cream and we are proud to be able to offer our new VL40 white cavitated film that is an excellent partner for one of our favorite summer treats. A typical way to package ice cream is to use high-speed flow wrap packaging that preserves the quality of the product until consumption,” explains Alasdair McEwen, who heads up the European Packaging Division of Innovia.
The new film grade was developed and successfully trialed and launched by the science material experts at their Innovia Films site in Płock, Poland.
“Our film is a high-gloss white coextruded OPP film with a very wide heat seal range. We made some significant changes to our extrusion lines to be able to deliver this specific film grade that is ideal for ice cream sandwiches and popsicles. The team did a great job in a very short time,” comments Piotr Piasny, General Manager at Innovia Films in Płock. “Amongst other features it offers a very high puncture resistance which is important to preserve the valuable product and prevent food waste. The printability of the product means you can achieve a superior graphic appeal, and the film provides an easy-to-open package.”
The films are largely unaffected by climatic conditions but should not be stored at temperatures above 104°F (40°C). Under suitable storage conditions, the film can be stored for a period of 6 months without any risk of deterioration.
The VL40 film is available from Innovia Films in Poland for testing now. Learn more about Innovia Films.
