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PP-Steam – FFP’s recyclable solution for microwave cooking

Jack Watson, Technical Director cyclability. Yet, the attached valve and
at FFP comments; vent provide more controlled and
“FFP is proud of its reputation for consistent cooking results for con-
innovation and bringing products to sumers; as the heat increases, the
market which meet consumer needs. valve peels back to release pressure,
Our expertise in high-temperature whilst the vent helps prevent implo-
packaging and knowledge of the re- sion. For our customers, the valve is
cycling chain has allowed us to focus pre-applied by FFP during the pro-
our NPD on developing sustainable duction process, allowing the film to
solutions, which can be conveniently be run as a registered film on existing
packaging lines at normal speed with
P-Steam is an innovation from FFP recycled in current waste streams. no changes to existing packaging lines
Pthat makes microwave cooking PP-Steam is the next step in that im- required.
simple, consistent, and convenient. portant journey.”
Most importantly, it can be recycled The expert technicians at FFP con- Sustainable Solutions
by returning it to large supermarkets, sistently look at ways to introduce FFP has previously demonstrated
as classified by OPRL. advanced and eco-friendly solutions how flexible packaging solutions pro-
After the success of their Estersteam that’ll evolve the food packaging in- vide a sustainable option and a posi-
flexible microwavable packaging, FFP dustry. With PP-Steam, they’ve ap- tive impact on brands, and PP-Steam
has moved one step further with the plied their tried and tested valve tech- is no exception. Available in reel form,
development of a recyclable solution, nology from Estersteam to the design, pre-made bags or stand-up pouches,
PP-Steam. Recyclable by returning to so consumers don’t need to pierce or this film can be supplied fully printed
store through the PP (polypropylene) tear the packaging, but can place it for ultimate shelf appeal for suppliers
waste collection stream, PP-Steam straight in the microwave. and consumers.
supports FFP’s continued sustainabil- PP-Steam’s primary feature is its re-
ity mission.

Avient Launches New Density Modified Polymers with Recycled and Bio-Based
Content

First-generation Gravi-Tech Density industry, Avient is advancing its Gravi-
Modified Formulations were devel- Tech Density Modified Formulations
oped to mimic the luxurious look, product line with two new sustain-
weight, and feel of die-cast or ma- able solutions. The first, Gravi-Tech™
chined metals by using select metallic REC Recycled Formulations, is based
fillers and thermoplastic resin. These on recycled resin and/or filler from
are a cost-effective alternative to post-industrial recycled (PIR) and/
metal, useful for applications in luxury or post-consumer recycled (PCR)
packaging and consumer goods in- sources. The second, Gravi-Tech™
vient Corporation announced cluding caps and closures for cosmet- BIO Bio-based Formulations, contains
Athe expansion of its Gravi-Tech™ ics, bottle caps and boxes for spirits, bio-based resin from renewable plant
Density Modified Formulations port- and decorative knobs and grips for sources. Both are developed to of-
folio to include more sustainable appliances, furniture, and automotive fer comparable performance to con-
grades based on recycled and bio- applications. ventional density-modified solutions
based resin and/or filler, without sac- As OEMs and consumers seek more but with less reliance on virgin ther-
rificing performance. sustainable materials in the packaging moplastics, supporting the circular

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