In a bid to further improve its line of eco-friendly flexible packaging, Glenroy Inc. has submitted its TruRenu stand-up pouches for assessment at Trex Company’s recycling initiative. This particular product passed Stage 1 of the testing process, which found that its virgin packaging material is made of polyethlene (PE) plastic. It also meets Trex’ general recycling standards. “Qualifying for the NexTrex program adds both perceived and tangible value to our flexible packaging that our brand … [Read more...] about Glenroy’s all PE stand-up pouches accepted for NexTrex® Recycling Program
Wiliot introduces Sensing as a Service platform, includes compact computer
Technology has made significant strides in the past decade or so, as capabilities that were once seen as science fiction are now becoming reality. Things like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), and even supercomputers are not only existing, but they’re being adopted more and more in homes and businesses belonging to various industries including food packaging. Wiliot is one such company that has introduced a Sensing as a Service platform during PACK Expo 2021. This … [Read more...] about Wiliot introduces Sensing as a Service platform, includes compact computer
UFlex, Hoffer Plastics, Mespack collaborate on 100% recyclable hot-fill pouch
Hot-fill pouches are known to be complicated items to recycle due to its overall structure and attachments. This was a challenge taken upon by three giants in the packaging industry, namely UFlex, Hoffer Plastics and Mespack. These three companies have forged a partnership to develop not only a purely recyclable hot-fill pouch, but one that is utilises a single plastic polymer. The Recycle Ready Single Material PP-based Hot-fill Pouch incorporates an OPP and CPP-layered laminate structure … [Read more...] about UFlex, Hoffer Plastics, Mespack collaborate on 100% recyclable hot-fill pouch
