PAPER making! FROM THE PUBLISHERS OF PAPER TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL FROM THE PUBLISHERS OF PAPER TE Volume 7, Number 1, 2021
Paper and other pulp based eco-friendly moulded materials for food packaging applications: a review Ayan Dey, Priyanka Sengupta, Nilay Kanti Pramanik, Tanweer Alam. Pulp is one of cheap resources with abundant availability. Papers are made using pulp which finds tremendous use in packing the food products. Such materials are also can be recycled and reused to develop moulded articles useful for packaging applications and other food contact items like trays, cup, plate and pouches etc. Last decade has evidenced several advancements in manufacturing technologies and recycle technologies for paper and pulp based moulded articles. However, there are also many constrains and challenges that were faced during manufacturing of products. This review article covers the various papers and pulp based moulded articles that can be used as food contact materials along with their manufacturing and recycling technologies. Moreover, this article also briefs about various characterization techniques used to ensure the quality of paper and pulp based moulded articles. This information is beneficial in making progress in the development of moulded articles using paper and pulp. Contact information: Indian Institute of Packaging, Plot E-2, MIDC Area, Andheri East, Mumbai, India
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The Paper Industry Technical Association (PITA) is an independent organisation which operates for the general benefit of its members – both individual and corporate – dedicated to promoting and improving the technical and scientific knowledge of those working in the UK pulp and paper industry. Formed in 1960, it serves the Industry, both manufacturers and suppliers, by providing a forum for members to meet and network; it organises visits, conferences and training seminars that cover all aspects of papermaking science. It also publishes the prestigious journal Paper Technology International and the PITA Annual Review , both sent free to members, and a range of other technical publications which include conference proceedings and the acclaimed Essential Guide to Aqueous Coating .
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