ProAmpac introduces curbside recyclable and heat

Cincinnati-based ProAmpac has debuted ProActive Recyclable Paper-1000, the first in a series of new curbside recyclable paper-based packaging solutions that are heat-sealable, according to a news release.

"Designed to run efficiently on existing filling equipment, ProActive Recyclable RP-1000 delivers high-performance while also being easy for consumers to recycle at home," Adam Grose, chief commercial officer for ProAmpac, said in the release. "Brands are demanding more paper-based sustainable packaging solutions. RP-1000 fulfills ProAmpac's promise to deliver sustainable products while not sacrificing performance."

RP-1000 is suited for frozen food applications such as ready-to-eat meals and vegetables, said the company, which touts the product as an ideal replacement for nonsustainable, conventional multimaterial laminates. RP-1000 also can be used for some dry foods and secondary packaging applications, such as confectionery, according to the release.

The company said RP-1000 can be recycled in both paper and mixed streams.

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"Our curbside recyclable RP-1000 series has optimum stiffness for enhanced shelf appearance, very good moisture barrier for dry products, and is designed to withstand freezer conditions. In addition, its premium sealant technology allows it to run on high-speed form-fill-seal equipment," Hesam Tabatabaei, ProAmpac global vice president of product development and innovation, said in the release.

The RP-1000 series is available in rollstock, stand-up, and three-side seal-pouch formats. It is available in natural kraft or bleached versions for brand elevation and customization using ProAmpac's high-definition flexographic printed graphics, according to the release.

The RP-1000 is the newest addition to the ProActive Recyclable series of products. ProAmpac will have samples of ProActive Recyclable RP-1000 at its booth at AFFI-CON, set for Feb. 25-28 in San Diego. Those interested in arranging a meeting or learning more about ProAmpac's sustainable packaging solutions can contact [email protected] or visit ProAmpac.com/sustainability.