Production of a flexible, thin, photocatalytic plastic film by extrusionFilm activated using UVATested using two influenza viruses, encephalomyocarditis virus, and SARS-CoV-2 (SARS2)All measured average virus inactivation rates >1.5log/h with UVA and cool white lightSARS2 particularly prone to photocatalytic inactivation even under very low UV irradiation conditions. Researchers from the Queen’s University Belfast developed a plastic film that can kill the SARS2 virus particles that land … [Read more...] about Flexible, disposable photocatalytic plastic films for the destruction of viruses
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Proseal to Focus on Sustainability
Proseal’s ability to deliver fast, efficient, and reliable tray sealing solutions for the fresh produce sector, while helping growers and processors meet their sustainability goals and commitments will be the central theme of the company’s participation at this year’s Fruit Attraction exhibition. Proseal has been at the forefront of introducing new recyclable and compostable trays and film alternatives to plastic. Recent introductions have included the Stackpack, a premium, craft-board … [Read more...] about Proseal to Focus on Sustainability
Innovative and sustainable packaging solutions are now a standard
The market for products based on alternative proteins is booming. Whether flexitarian, vegetarian or vegan, more and more people are choosing these foods for sustainability reasons. What could be more obvious than to also opt for a more sustainable solution when looking for the right packaging? Here is a short overview of modern, safe, and in many cases, resource-saving innovations from the packaging industry. Booming market Alternative proteins are among the major current … [Read more...] about Innovative and sustainable packaging solutions are now a standard