MULTILAYER FILM | MATERIALS
protection they need without relying on non-recy- clable materials,” said Aaron LaPointe, senior principal engineer at CNG. Earlier this year, the company introduced its
matte MDO-PE print film, which it says is one of the industry’s first to integrate a premium matte aesthetic directly into the material and eliminates the need for secondary coatings or overprint varnishes. This film offers a turnkey solution that delivers both shelf appeal and a recycle-ready design in a mono-material structure, says CNG. James Rosenberger, product manager of sustainable solutions at CNG, added: “Elevating our barrier capabilities with MDO technology reflects both immediate customer needs and our commitment to advancing sustainable packaging.”
Lab-scale innovation Ingenia Polymers has installed a seven-layer blown film laboratory line from Macro Engineering at its innovation centre in Brantford, Ontario. The line consists of seven 1.25in
extruders, paired with Macro’s proprietary blown film die and air ring technology that can produce film widths of up to 500mm (20in). The system is equipped with a 24in wide Macro Automax surface winder capable of produc- ing rolls up to 12in in diameter. Ingenia says the new lab-scale system expands its ability to develop, evaluate and optimise
multilayer film structures while accelerating material innovation and product development. “The installation reflects a shared commitment to drive innovation in polymer development and strengthen Canada’s leadership in multilayer film technology,” said the companies.
Fish film Suedpack says its SkinPro and Multifol Extreme films can be used to package fish and seafood products. This can be challenging because fish products can be delicate, have high moisture content and have sharp edges (such as shellfish). SkinPro is a new generation of films with good-quality optics for demanding seafood applications, it says. Developed specifically for shrimp skewers, salmon fillets and whole fish, it is a visually appealing vacuum skin packaging system using a skin top web and matching bottom web. The thin top web wraps around the product and can handle even protrusions, sharp or pointed contours and extreme undercuts. It is
held securely on the bottom web, preventing juicing and allowing flat, upright or hanging presentation. Most importantly, it extends shelf life by removing oxygen. Multifol Extreme combines high functionality with minimal added weight, ideally suited to MAP and vacuum packaging of fatty, protein-rich or
Left: SkinPro is Suedpack’s new genera- tion of films with high optics, for seafood packaging
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