CINCINNATI — Flexible packaging company ProAmpac announced the issuance of patents for its ProActive Sustainability® recyclable and recycle-ready packaging technologies. According to the company, the patents represent a significant milestone in its commitment to advancing mono-material packaging solutions, providing brands with high-performance, sustainable packaging alternatives without compromising on functionality or efficiency.
The patents cover several of the company’s innovations, including:
- Recyclable R-2000 Series and R-2050 Series, which offers heat resistance, strong sealing, high clarity, durability and range of options for dry and frozen food, snacks, liquids, and pet treats and kibble. This packaging technology is available in various formats including rollstock, stand-up pouches and quad-seal bags up to 40 lbs, as well as different closures and fitments.
- Recyclable R-1200, a mono-web platform ideal for dry food products that offers high heat resistance, clarity and directional tear abilities.
- Recycle Ready RT-4000, a high-performance and ultra-high-barrier, recycle-ready retort pouch designed to maintain its barrier throughout filling and retorting and ensure shelf life. This specific packaging serves as an alternative to traditional foil-based pet and human food pouches.
- Recyclable TearLite Pouches, laminated pouches with built-in scoring to allow for directional tearing.
“Securing these patents is a testament to ProAmpac’s deep expertise in material science and our relentless drive to push the boundaries of sustainable packaging,” said Hesam Tabatabaei, senior vice president of global product development and innovation. “As brands look to meet evolving sustainability goals, our patented mono-material technologies provide a seamless transition to recyclable flexible packaging while maintaining product shelf life, durability and production efficiency they depend on.”
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