The recently introduced full range of innovative mono-material polypropylene solutions that are compliant with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and designed for advanced recyclability will be on display at Innovia Films, a materials science pioneer that produces BOPP films for packaging, labels, graphics, and tobacco products.
“We are strengthening and growing our packaging division at Innovia and this is the right time to launch new products and to make an impact. The Fachpack trade fair is an excellent opportunity to meet the packaging industry and to discuss what we can do to help make progress in design for recycling in light of increasing legislation”, says Simon Huber, Managing Director Innovia Europe.
PPWR-compliant packaging materials come from Innovia Films
The material science experts from Innovia will be presenting films that help packaging companies and brands with PPWR. “We will showcase film solutions with built-in functionalities that enable the switch from multimaterial to monomaterial structures to make flexible packaging recyclable”, says Alasdair McEwen who leads the packaging division of Innovia in Europe.
“One big cornerstone of the PPWR is the integration of a certain percentage of recycled post-consumer content into plastic packaging. The inclusion of recycled content in new films is top of the list for much of the industry – moving from a linear to a more circular system”, McEwen adds.
A key focus is the Encore portfolio that includes films with recycled content from three different sources. From post-consumer mechanically recycled content to chemically recycled food grade options; and recycled content that stems from prevented ocean plastics which can be now incorporated into packaging films.
PET Replacement Films
As part of Innovia‘s commitment to supporting sustainability and compliance with the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), Innovia is introducing Propafilm™ CHS and Propafilm™ CHT, now being produced using the newly unveiled cutting-edge LISIM technology. These high-performance polypropylene films engineered to replace PET in mono-material laminate structures. “These thermally and dimensionally stable films offer exceptional printability and increased thermal resistance, making them ideal for demanding applications, including retort. Their balanced orientation ensures excellent print register and enhanced conversion efficiency” says Megan Hinkley, Senior Product Manager – Packaging. “Available in thicknesses ranging from 15 to 40 micron, CHS features one-side corona treatment, while CHT offers two-side treatment, providing flexible solutions for a wide range of packaging needs“, she continues.
Metalized films with an ultra-high barrier to replace foil
Innovia are presenting ultra-high-barrier polypropylene films, engineered to replace foil or metallised PET (MPET) as the barrier layer in mono-material polypropylene laminate structures. “Delivering outstanding performance with an oxygen barrier of 0.1 g/m²·24hrs (0% RH, 23°C) and a moisture vapour barrier of 0.1 cm³/m²·24hrs (90% RH, 38°C), these films ensure compliance with the upcoming PPWR. For a fully recyclable solution, they can be laminated with our CHS or CHT printable outer webs and one of our cast polypropylene films as the sealant layer. The structure meets Design for Recycling guidelines and enables brands to maintain barrier performance while moving toward mono-material circular packaging“, explains McEwen.
AlOx clear high barrier films for retortable barrier
Designed to replace AlOx or SiOx coated PET, Innovia‘s high-barrier polypropylene films enable a fully recyclable mono-material packaging solution. When combined with CHS or CHT as the printable outer web, this solution delivers outstanding barrier performance, even after retort, ensuring product protection and quality throughout its shelf life. This innovation allows brands to meet their sustainability goals without compromising functionality or shelf stability.
Clear solid white and cavitated films for banderole
Paper banderoles are mostly not separated from the plastic cup, which leads to challenges in the recycling process. “We are excited to introduce our new BOPP films designed as an innovative replacement for paper banderoles in yogurt and dairy packaging. When used alongside polypropylene containers and lids, this solution supports compliance with Design for Recycling guidelines, promoting a more sustainable packaging cycle“ says Hinkley. The bubble-produced BOPP film enables a reduction in container thickness, significantly cutting virgin plastic usage without compromising durability. Additionally, its enhanced stiffness provides excellent resistance to vertical compression, ensuring product integrity throughout handling and transportation.
Lidding films
Showcasing advanced lidding films which offer a sustainable alternative to traditional PET, paper, foil and mixed-material laminate cut-and-stack lids for polypropylene containers. These films can be printed and laminated to a sealant web or coated with a sealing solution and embossed to meet diverse packaging requirements. Thanks to the bubble process, the films exhibit balanced properties that ensure excellent die-cutting performance, independent of film orientation. Their inherent stiffness and dimensional stability also enable high productivity and consistent quality throughout the sealing process.
The Innovia Films booth is located at Fachpack in Hall 5, Stand 415.
