A second Galaxy Packtech Ltd pouching line for the flexible packaging division of Baker Labels arrived at the UK converter’s production facility in early June.
In this interview, two experts at Sun Chemical discuss the evolution and commercial breakthroughs of inks, coatings and adhesives and how they are helping the flexible packaging sector achieve sustainability.
Chris Marshall of BOBST – a leading supplier of substrate processing, printing and converting equipment and services for the label, flexible packaging, folding carton and corrugated board industries – talks about how the regulatory environment is coaxing some firms away from plastic and toward paper.
In addition to offering their entire fleet of available blister packaging systems ready to run these challenging films, the company will offer upgrades for installed Pharmaworks blister machines in the field and can rebuild blister machines from other suppliers to handle these new sustainable films.
In 2023, the flexible packaging industry saw positive developments despite challenges for some firms. Sonoco achieved record profits, TC Transcontinental maintained stable revenues and increased earnings, and Winpak benefited from lower raw material prices, improving profit margins. The industry's consolidation trend was also evident in the Top 25 converters list for the year.
By expanding the production of EcoWicketBags at its plant in Szada (Hungary), Mondi further leverages the Group’s integrated value chain, from in-house paper production to coating and converting.
APC collaborated with produce processors to replace their current non-recyclable, multi-material laminate, resulting in an all-polyethylene (PE) flexible package.
The SNICKERS® low GI dark chocolate cereal bar is now available in selected outlets, providing consumers with a lightweight and delicious product, while also contributing to a healthier tomorrow for the planet.
