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What is PET? PET, polyethylene terephthalate (also known as PETE) is a strong, stiff synthetic material that is part of the thermoplastics family, meaning it can be heated, melted and cooled into many shapes and sizes. Made from a combination of oils and petrochemicals, it’s popular within the manufacturing sector for producing bottles and jars. In fact, almost every plastic bottle is made from PET. It’s suitable for a range of beverages including carbonated, still and dilutable drinks, fruit juices, and bottled water.  The material offers a protective barrier against CO2 and light, repels microorganisms and is EU/NSF/FDA tested and approved. PET is lightweight, can have a very clear appearance and looks similar to glass once set. It’s strong, non-reactive and shatterproof, which allows the material to achieve high safety standards for food, drink and personal care products. It is so strong, that it can undergo HPP - high pressure processing - a heat free form of pasteurisation.

🔴MYTH🔴 Plastic containers cannot be sterilized because they melt when heated. 🥴 Most of the plastics used in the food industry are heat-resistant and can be sterilized. 💪 An example of this is 🙌 👉🏻Polypropylene (PP), which is used to make trays 👉🏻Oriented Polypropylene (OPP), which is used to make the film used to heat-seal said semi-rigid trays. #plastic #foodtechnologist #linkedin #qualitycontrol #qualityassurance

#PET #Packaging #Market Surges to US$ 40.85 Bn in 2022, Fueled by Dominance in the Water Segment Get Free PDF: https://bitly.ws/34UFI In 2022, the PET Packaging Market exhibited remarkable growth, reaching a valuation of US$ 40.85 billion, with water emerging as a dominant force within this industry. Polyethylene terephthalate, commonly known as PET, stands out as a versatile polyester, formed through the polymerization of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid. Notably corrosive in its raw state, PET transforms into a malleable liquid when heated, allowing it to be molded into diverse shapes. The market's success can be attributed to PET's exceptional qualities as a packaging material—being simultaneously robust and lightweight, impermeable to liquids, gentle, and delicately crafted. #PETPackaging #PackagingTrends #SustainablePackaging #PlasticAlternatives #EnvironmentalImpact #PackagingInnovation #RecyclableMaterials

After our last poll 𝗚𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗕𝗬𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗬𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗔𝗠 (𝗘𝗣𝗦) 𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗚?, opinions were divided, as expected 💬   And today we are sharing ours one on this 🔥 topic or why is it right now necessary to switch from foamed polystyrene (#EPS) to foamed polypropylene (#EPP) in #foodpackaging ⏰?   Extruded polystyrene (EPS) foam is today the main and cheapest type of foam polymer from which most #singleuse #foodcontainers and #trays, coffee cups and egg containers are made 🍲.    So why are there more and more companies choosing the production of expanded polypropylene (EPP)? There are many 🔥 debates on this topic, and in some countries the use of EPS in food packaging is already completely prohibited by law or is going to be soon.  Even modern technologies make possible to 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘂𝘀𝗲 both polypropylene and polystyrene, there is always a "BUT".   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/djECb6m4   𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! FAP is a manufacturer of advanced 𝙩𝙬𝙞𝙣-𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙬 𝙋𝙋 𝙛𝙤𝙖𝙢 𝙚𝙭𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 lines using carbon dioxide (CO2) as a foaming agent or hydrocarbon gases such as butane.   #foamextruder #PPfoamextruder #PSfoam #Styrofoam

💡Did you know that Bolon now contains up to 68% recycled material? 🌱 Committed to driving sustainability forward, Bolon has made some exciting changes to its product composition. One of the key components that has been updated is the shift from regular PVC to the use of Bio-PVC. But what exactly is Bio-PVC? Let's dive in as Mario, one of Bolon's sustainability superstars, shares his expert insights: #BolonSustainability #RecycledMaterials #BioPVC #CircularEconomy #GreenManufacturing #ReduceReuseRecycle #SustainabilityInnovation #EnvironmentalStewardship #MaterialScience #ExpertExplainer #BOLONSuperstar Bolon💚🌱

According to an ICIS PET report (2022), over 70% of consumed RPET was used for bottle and tray packaging applications in the European market. RPET end-uses: ♻ 48% in bottles ♻ 25% in trays ♻ 15% in fibers ♻ 6% in strapping ♻ 6% in others The recycled content rate must increase across all applications to meet the growing demand for RPET and achieve EU recycling targets. However, the availability of RPET is currently limited. Harmonizing collection systems and improving recycling rates are essential steps to ensure a sufficient RPET feedstock supply. Reach out to learn how you can ensure the recyclability of and increase the RPET content in your PET application: https://lnkd.in/eShKp5GB Source: https://lnkd.in/dPt3hwtZ #RPET #Recycling #Collection #PETbottles #PETtrays

Did you know that we also offer a cleaner for manual cleaning? The solvent-based flux remover was specially developed for manual cleaning (< 50 boards per day) of assemblies and is a mixture of halogen-free, organic solvents. It is non-corrosive and compatible with most plastics. VIGON® EFM Aerosol is particularly suitable for removing colophony-based fluxes. The cleaner also guarantees fast and residue-free drying. The product can be used for both cleaning and rinsing. The cleaner is also impressive not only because it is easy to use, but also because it is cost-effective - as VIGON® EFM Aerosol does not require any investment in cleaning equipment. https://lnkd.in/dX7QDRTU

There are reasons to love PVdC coated films. If you compare all available barrier films, PVdC films falls under that category which is very cost effective for packaging of foods at large scale. Rest of barrier films has their own limitations but PVdC films address all issues in one shot. Features: High barrier to WVTR, OTR, Oil, Fat, Flavour, Aroma… all required features in one product! PVdC coated BOPP film is used as mono-layer or in multi-layer structures. PVdC coated PET Film is used always in Multilayer packaging structure. Highly transparent for see through packaging and supports solvent based and water based inks. Sustainability is the issue with PVdC coated films but I am confident one day we will be able to find a way to recycle it mechanically and/or chemically.

♻️Critical Quality Control of Post Consumer Recycled PVC♻️ Reducing waste and advancing global sustainability are top priorities for the extruded and molded plastics industries. Recycling and reusing commodity polymer-based products like PVC offers an attractive solution. However, the variability and processability challenges associated with post-consumer recycled (PCR) PVC blends have hindered their widespread adoption. In this presentation by an expert from C.W. Brabender Instruments, Inc., we will explore implementing robust analysis and quality control (QC) methods to produce cost-effective extruded products from PCR PVC blends cost-effectively. Discover how torque rheometry, the standard instrument for #PVC QC testing, plays a crucial role in differentiating between PCR PVC blends. Join us at #PlasticPipesXXI – check out all PVC papers: https://lnkd.in/ePNcfGEP #PPXXI

The RECOTHENE rPE range is engineered to ensure the highest levels of processability. Our product testing regime is designed to maintain the highest standards of recycled polythene pellet quality. From validating the raw materials received to ensuring our finished pellets adhere to industry standards, laboratory testing plays a critical role in our manufacturing processes. #RECOTHENErPE #LaboratoryTesting #RecycledPelletTesting