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SAFE AND
America. Product protection and shelf-life extension are
the most critical functions of packaging to reduce this
food waste.
Amcor officials said the company is investing more
than $100 million in research and development every
year and is innovating to produce more sustainable
packaging and use more recycled content than
ever before.
" We were the first global packaging company to
pledge to design all our products to be recyclable,
compostable or reusable by 2025 and to significantly
increase our use of recycled content, " Bandari said. " We
are one of a handful of packaging companies committed
to using science-based targets and achieving net
zero emissions. "
Amcor is also working closely with its fresh and
processed protein processors to help them achieve
sustainability objectives.
" Our sustainable lineup of protein packaging
solutions seeks to enable brands and consumers to
participate in waste management systems and helps to
reduce food waste by selecting the right packaging, "
Bandari said. " Amcor's AmPrima recycle-ready forming
and lidding films and pouches provide high-barrier
solutions that meet shelf-life requirements with a
recycle-ready package in a wide variety of formats with
convenient reclose features. "
Ossid's Leak Resistant 500E Tray Over-wrapper is an
industry leader in developing overwrapping machinery
and leak-proof packaging equipment with over 1,000
installations worldwide.
" The NextGen500E can easily package a wide range
of tray types and sizes and uses 5-10% less film than
non-gripper chain systems, " Rogers said. " Ossid has
partnered with Italian OEM food packaging industry
leader, Reepack, as the master North American
distributor, providing all sales, service, and support.
By adding Reepack's high quality tray sealing,
thermoforming, vacuum chamber, and flow wrapping
equipment to Ossid's existing offerings, we're able
to offer the best protein packaging solution for each
customer's unique needs. "
In terms of new technology in the space, TC
Transcontinental Packaging has been working to develop
flexible packaging for meat and protein that is lighter
and reduces the amount of material used and reduces
transportation weight and impact.
" Our Clearshield product that is tubestock for bone-in
meats is designed to reduce the amount of plastic used
while providing a high degree of product protection, "
Hayden said. " We are also spending a great deal of focus
on developing structures that contain a percentage
of PCR (post-consumer recycled) content to improve
Mainali RB-1
Automatic Band Saw
Safely cut frozen or chilled
product into accurate portions.
The Mainali RB-1 Automatic Band Saw is designed to
automatically and safely cut any frozen or chilled
product into consistent portions. The double-sided
blade allows for cutting in both directions, reducing
cut time and increasing efficiency. Perfect for meat,
poultry, fish, vegetables, and more, the RB-1 is the
most accurate and adaptable band saw on the
market. Learn more about the RB-1 at
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