Tetra Pak

Tetra Pak commences first-of-its-kind research into fibre-based food packaging 

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Aiming to provide fresh insights into the company’s journey to develop the most sustainable food package Tetra Pak has commenced ground-breaking research towards advancing fibre-based food packaging in collaboration with MAX IV – the most modern synchrotron[1] radiation laboratory in the world. The research aims to uncover fresh insights into the nanostructure of fibre materials, with the first application to optimise the composition of materials used for paper straws. This is the very … [Read more...] about Tetra Pak commences first-of-its-kind research into fibre-based food packaging 

Tetra Pak and Elvir incorporate recycled polymers in new carton packaging caps

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Packaging company Tetra Pak is the first to offer carton packaging that features caps made from recycled polymers. In partnership with Elvir, a subsidiary of milk processor Savencia Fromage & Dairy, the resealable screwcap can be found in Elle & Vire products. The HeliCap™ 23 cap solution is integrated in Tetra Brik® Aseptic 1L Slim carton packages. It features an easy-to-open design and a tamper evidence ring that assures the consumer that the product has not been previously opened. … [Read more...] about Tetra Pak and Elvir incorporate recycled polymers in new carton packaging caps

Insect protein is the future of food

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While alternative protein is still considered a niche product segment in the food and beverage industry, innovations are already taking place that companies are taking notice of. Beginning from shifting from traditional protein sources such as milk and meat, to vegan alternatives like pea and potato protein, to plant-based variants, there is a wide array of solutions available in the segment. Unfortunately, not all are equally efficient.  Additionally, there are issues in terms of energy … [Read more...] about Insect protein is the future of food