Advancing Sustainability in Packaging: Our Commitment and Expertise
As sustainability continues to take center stage in the packaging industry, companies like ours are navigating the complex landscape of recyclable materials, responsible sourcing, and innovative design solutions. Our framework for sustainable food packaging design is multifaceted, focusing on trialing new materials, supporting our clients' sustainability goals, and continuously improving our processes to be more eco-friendly.
Trialing Recyclable and Recycle-Ready Materials
One of our key initiatives is trialing recyclable and recycle-ready materials. We work extensively with recycle-ready film, testing these materials on our high-speed co-packing equipment. These trials allow us to evaluate the performance of different substrates, ensuring they meet the necessary standards for both sustainability and functionality.
Our process is nuanced and highly collaborative. When a client approaches us with a desire to implement more sustainable packaging, whether through new materials or design adjustments, we partner with them to explore the best options. This could involve sourcing different materials, trialing new packaging designs, or even looking for opportunities to reduce packaging altogether.
Database of Sustainable Material Offerings
We are committed to maintaining a robust database of sustainable material offerings in the market. While this is an ongoing effort as new innovations emerge, our documentation of each in-house trial — detailing what worked well and what didn’t — enables us to make informed recommendations to our client. We can draw from our experience and data to guide them toward a solution that meets their needs while minimizing cost.
Our role often involves supporting our clients' ongoing sustainability R&D initiatives – we specialize in providing the necessary support to bring their vision to life.
Expertise in Co-Packing and Converting
Our expertise in co-packing and converting is another critical component of our sustainability efforts. We’ve successfully trialed a range of materials, from rigid plastic parts manufactured from post-consumer recycled material to recycle-ready barrier films that protect products from oxygen and. This hands-on experience allows us to offer valuable feedback and optimization suggestions, helping clients minimize cost impact and downtime.
We’ve worked with major brands on launches that required innovative packaging design and development. In many instances, we recommend pinpointed design adjustments that are otherwise not considered, which significantly improve both the efficiency of the packaging process and the product’s overall cost-effectiveness.
Meeting Clients Where They Are
Ultimately, our approach to sustainability is client-centric. We meet our clients wherever they are on their sustainability journey, offering our expertise and experience to help them achieve their goals. Whether it’s trialing new materials, optimizing existing ones, or simply providing guidance based on our extensive R&D efforts, we’re here to support their initiatives.
The Path Forward
Looking ahead, we’re not just focused on maintaining the status quo. We’re pushing for greater transparency and targeted efforts to position ourselves as leaders in sustainable packaging. While we already do a lot to support sustainability, we believe there’s always more we can do. By continuing to trial new materials, refine our processes, and expand our network of sustainable suppliers, we’re committed to making a meaningful impact in the industry.
In the coming months, we’ll be sharing more about our work with responsible materials, including a blog post on everything you need to know about recycle-ready film. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to lead the way in designing sustainable food packaging.
As the demand for sustainable packaging grows, we’re proud to be at the forefront, offering our clients the expertise and support they need to bring eco-friendly solutions to market. Whether you’re looking to trial a new material or optimize an existing one, we’re here to help you navigate the complexities of sustainable packaging and achieve your goals.