_____________________________________________________________________________ iPac
Packaging Innovations
“ Almost all our developments and innovations are done with a view to increase the sustainability of the final product . We constantly work on material formulations ; one example is the move towards mono-PET solutions . Trays have historically been made with PET lamination , which makes the end product difficult to recycle . Developments such as our MonoSkin ® solution ease the transition away from PET / PE for our customers . This change means you only have one material going through the supply chain and recycling infrastructure . This also then feeds into the circular economy .
“ We also do a lot of product development , all of which incorporates material efficiency progression – incorporating product design to use the least material possible . We also try to remove any features which make the product more difficult to recycle such as soaker pads for meat and fish products . Our iZorb ® product range incorporates design features in the base of the tray which trap liquid and
remove the need for the soaker pad . Whether it ’ s full-scale research and development , or more basic product or material development , it ’ s all geared towards making our products more recyclable , using less material , and driving the circular economy . We also make sure our materials are as ethically sourced as possible ; this includes incorporating prevented ocean plastics into our supply chain .”
Making sure operations are sustainable is also of great importance to iPac . Jonny highlights some of the key focuses : “ We have the benefit of having started both our sites from scratch with up-to-date modern energy efficient technology . Internally everything from the lighting to the machinery and equipment has the smallest footprint possible . We also source 100 percent green power to ensure our power comes from renewable sources . As well as this we have analyzed where in our fleet is best to utilize electric vehicles and where combustion works out better . We also have energy minimization
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