product innovations
1st Packaging supplies
Constellation with
FreshCase pack Winemaker Constellation Europe has tackled the challenge of housing bulky bag-in-box packs in the fridge with the launch of the new FreshCase pack.The FreshCase holds 2.25l,the equivalent of three bottles of wine, but only takes up the space used by one of its glass counterparts.It weighs 70% less than three of its glass counterparts and incorporates a pull-down tap and handle that can be turned into a stand for pouring.Hardy’s Nottage Hill is the first wine to be packed in the FreshCase. External component parts of FreshCase are supplied by 1st Packaging in Leighton Buzzard to Constellation Europe’s new manufacturing and distribution site Constellation Park, based in Avonmouth Bristol,where it is assembled. Clive Hawkins Sales Director of 1st Packaging said:” We could all see the potential that FreshCase has in the market and want to do all we can to help make this product a major success.” For more information call 01525 382580 or visit
www.1st-packaging.co.uk.
Charpak: Innovative Design with Technical Functionality
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harpak Ltd has launched an innovative new pack for the rapidly growing ‘Food to Go’ sector.
Charpak, at the forefront of innovative design for the premium sector has produced a new hinged lid pack aimed at the indulgent snacking market. Justin Kempson, Sales Director commented, There are two sizes available, one for a premium Cupcake and the second for high end Muffins. Visually stunning with cakes inside, they enhance the product and will increase the sale rate of this type of premium cake. Produced in clear rPET (minimum 50% recycled content) the pack is designed to both protect the product and give excellent visibility. Labelling/ tamper evidence is by means of a C-label. They are simple to close and offer an easy solution to having
Alfresco Gastro 2010 at Sharpak
products. Sharp Interpack (Sharpak) has the largest range of barbecue meat trays (over 30 different styles and designs) anywhere in Europe and is busy meeting the high demand. The comprehensive range of Oval burger trays form the backbone of the portfolio along with a mixture of cavity, shingle, barbecue, sausage, ribs, chops, kebab and grill steak
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he football world cup and the sizzling Summer weather has fired the coals of barbecue
trays in the D13 range for adults and children alike and the large D18 & 21multi cavity family packs. There is also the smooth wall versions of D2, D13 and D45 and the poultry ‘S’ range with 8 cut sizes and multiple depths. The trays are all stocked through leading supermarkets and manufactured in recycled APET (meat and burger trays) and recycled PP (poultry trays). The products tick all the boxes for environmental concern, product integrity and pure design aesthetics. For more information call 01278 435000 or visit
www.sharpinterpack.com.
products available for impulse purchase. Charpak has also produced Shelf Ready Packaging for both items. For more information call 01480 434434 or visit
www.charpak.co.uk.
WIDEST ON-DEMAND AIR CUSHION IN THE INDUSTRY
FP International, a leading manufacturer of sustainable packing solutions, now produces the widest quilt-shaped air cushion film in the industry following its development of unique and innovative air transfer technology. PILLOW PAK 76cm wide film can produce air cushions to wrap and protect products during transport and/or warehousing. PILLOW PAK film has a ‘wave’- like seal made from individual bubbles, making it
look like a quilt. Each bubble is connected to the next. This clever air transfer design enables air to move between the bubbles, thus providing cushioning precisely where it is needed. With one layer of film, a protective layer can be applied to a wide range of different products including displays, doors, panels and bottles. For more information call 01280 703161 or visit
www.fpintl.co.uk.
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