Items Tagged with 'films'

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Packaging

More companies add options for film over paper-based board

Rose Shilling

April 13, 2020

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Two companies have new skin packaging with paper-based board instead of plastic trays.

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ITP ClearSkinPack universal film

January 19, 2018

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ITP ClearSkinPack universal multilayer film can seal to trays laminated with PE, as well as PP, A-PET, CPET, PS and PVC.

Food Packaging

Clay packaging could help preserve produce

New research shows that clay-based antimicrobial packaging keeps food fresh.

Crystal Lindell

October 6, 2017

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Scientists have developed a packaging film coated with clay nanotubes packed with an antibacterial essential oil that provides a one-two punch—preventing both over-ripening and microbial growth.

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Lidding film from KM Packaging Services

September 22, 2017

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Created for applications where food is pre-baked or cooked in a tray before film sealing takes place, KM Packaging Services KPeel Flex PET lidding film offers impact resistance, even under frozen conditions.

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Butler SP1 automatic film splicer

April 14, 2017

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The Butler SP1 automatic film splicer allows processors to incorporate pre-applied zipper film into existing packaging lines.

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Dow Corning MB25-035 Masterbatch siloxane polymer

November 17, 2016

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Dow Corning MB25-035 Masterbatch ultra-high molecular weight siloxane polymer is used as a slip additive for low-density polyethylene blown film.

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MOCON OX-TRAN Model 2/22 10X oxygen permeation system

October 13, 2016

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The MOCON OX-TRAN Model 2/22 10X oxygen permeation system measures the oxygen transmission characteristics of films and packages.

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TIPPER TIE TTSealH automated heat-seal and clip system

October 12, 2016

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The TIPPER TIE TTSealH automated heat-seal and clip system runs roll stock films, including blank or printed films, as well as most types of monolayer and multi-layer flat foils, such as poly, mylar and aluminum-coated films.

FDA gives safety approval for genetically engineered potato

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Starch improves barrier properties of PE films

Wageningen UR Food & Biobased Research is working with thermoplastic starch and polyethylene to develop an innovative industrial film solution to be used in food packaging.

Jeremy Gerrard

July 13, 2016

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By blending the materials, researchers hope to improve the barrier properties of a plastic film—leveraging the water resistance of polyethylene with the good oxygen barrier properties of starch.

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Shrink films

March 8, 2016

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Engineered for meat and poultry packers and processors, LINPAC LINtop Star PE CXO high-barrier, medium-shrink film is formulated for outside-cut tray sealers and case-ready (MAP) formats requiring a PE sealant layer, while LINtop PE HB OSL low-shrink barrier film is intended for outside- and inside-cut tray sealers and thermoforming lines.

Packaging Research in Food Product Design and Development

Packaging Research in Food Product Design and Development is the first book to comprehensively address the issues of graphics design and visual concepts, from a systematic, scientific viewpoint, yet with business applications in mind.

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Food Engineering

2020 May

In the May 2020 issue of Food Engineering, our focus is on safety. From emergency planning to day-to-day operations such as cleaning and sanitation, we bring you tips on how to keep your workers and your customers safe.

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