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
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Beta glucans showcase different structural patterns, according to research
A study was published on the peer-reviewed scientific journal Food Chemistry that took a look at samples of yeast beta glucans. It revealed that beta glucans each have a unique chemical structure, which depends on a couple of factors. The difference is attributed to the source or type of yeast strain and how they are isolated, processed and purified. Further, due to the difference in structures, not all types can positively affect the immune system. Beta glucans are soluble dietary fibers … [Read more...] about Beta glucans showcase different structural patterns, according to research
KPM Analytics introduces new benchtop analyzer for food manufacturing facilities
KPM Analytics is set to launch the Sightline TheiaVu Series Compact Vision Inspection System, an addition to its scientific instrumentation and analysis solutions portfolio. This particular piece of equipment provides accurate data and measurements that final product meets the quality standards. This includes shape, size, toppings, color and other parameters. Further, this system features a crumb analysis capability that produces data and high-quality images of a baked good’s internal … [Read more...] about KPM Analytics introduces new benchtop analyzer for food manufacturing facilities
