Manufacturing Today Issue - 227 August 2024 | Page 11

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Interview extra durability and barrier properties , plastic will always have a place in packaging . What ’ s more important is to focus on how plastic is created , used , and recycled . It ’ s easy to lose sight of this when attempting to reduce plastic use . This is a worthwhile aim in many cases , but over-correcting can lead to an increase in food and product waste caused by unsuitable packaging , which has an even bigger impact on the environment than plastic waste .
As a pioneer of compostable packaging solutions , we would love to see it become more widely used . Trials by the Compostable Coalition , which some of our solutions were part of , have shown that it is viable at a local scale , and we hope that further trials and studies can make a case for more composting facilities in the current infrastructure plans .
Are there any other areas that you consider important for the sector and that you ’ d like to include ? The packaging industry is built on partnerships . Businesses that choose a collaborative packaging partner that offers excellent customer service , as well as innovation , are often the ones best placed for success . ■
www . parksideflex . com
Parkside is an innovative packaging solutions provider specializing in compostable , recyclable , paper-based and innovative plastic flexible packaging solutions for the food , personal & household care and tobacco sectors . Established for over 40 years , the company is a global supplier with manufacturing sites in both the UK & Asia and is headquartered in Normanton , West Yorkshire .
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