During the 3-day PACK Expo event in Las Vegas, Somic America has announced a deal with Goya Foods to provide end-of-line packaging equipment they can use in their facilities. The particular machine is the SOMIC 424 T2+ case packer, which was featured at Somic’s booth at PACK Expo. They demonstrated how the tool packs Goya products in stand-up pouches. Disney Arrubla, Executive Plant Engineer at Goya's manufacturing facility in Seacaucus, New Jersey, said a compact design, speed, packaging … [Read more...] about SOMIC America forges packaging machinery agreement with GOYA Foods
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Glenroy’s all PE stand-up pouches accepted for NexTrex® Recycling Program
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
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