Mondi, Unilever Develop Paper-Based Packaging
Unilever has partnered with Mondi to develop a new high barrier paper-based packaging material for its Col- man’s dry Meal Maker and sauces range with reduced plastic, increased paper content to ensure recyclability in the existing UK paper waste stream. By replacing the previously unrecyclable multi-ma- terial laminate with paper packaging, Mondi supports Unilever in its sustainability targets.The aluminum, as well as all unnecessary plastic layers of the previous material, were eliminated.This resulted in a new pack- aging with 85 percent paper content and an ultra-thin functional plastic layer that seals the packaging and provides barrier protection for the food. The two companies closely collaborated throughout the entire development process, including mastering the challenge of limited access to production facilities during the Covid-19 pandemic. Starting with a proof of concept, followed by ex- tensive line trials at both Mondi and Unilever’s R&D pilot plants, provided the flexibility to quickly proto- type and test the unique packaging material before scaling up. APTech, FSEA Introduce Amplify Event The Association for PRINT Technologies (APTech) and the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) are collaborating on a new in-person event, Amplify, an exhibition and educational program spotlighting the print finishing value chain. The three-day experience will take place June 14-16, 2022, at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Association Partners Both associations welcome print and packaging de- signers, commercial printers, print finishers, binders, mailers, and creatives to connect with the equipment manufacturers and suppliers to those industries. Other association partners who will be supporting Amplify include AICC, the Independent Packaging Association, and RadTech, the Association for UV&EB Technology. Amplify will feature an interactive learning experi- ence through technology demonstrations, product spotlights, and classroom educational experiences. Ex- hibitors and educational programs will cover process- es that include metallic decorating techniques, folding and gluing, UV coating, laminates, laser cutting, perfect and mechanical binding, folding, and direct mail ma- chinery and software.
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