TC Transcontinental Packaging Expands Thermoforming Capacity with New Extrusion Technology 

New advanced extrusion line strengthens supply reliability, performance, and long-term growth for protein and dairy markets

Chicago, Illinois – TC Transcontinental Packaging announced the installation of a new, state-of-the-art thermoforming extrusion line at its Tulsa, Oklahoma, facility, marking a significant expansion of its manufacturing capabilities and a strategic investment in the future of protein packaging. 

The new downward water-quench extrusion line more than doubles TC Transcontinental Packaging’s thermoforming film capacity, strengthening the company’s ability to support the evolving needs of the meat, poultry, cheese, and broader protein markets. The investment enhances supply continuity while enabling the production of high-performance films with improved clarity, consistency, and forming performance. 

“This investment underscores our long-term commitment to the protein industry and to the customers who rely on us every day,” said Rob Taylor, Director, Strategic Marketing, Meat, TC Transcontinental Packaging. “By expanding our thermoforming capacity and advancing our technical capabilities, we’re strengthening our ability to support customer growth, deliver dependable supply, and bring innovative packaging solutions to market. This new line reflects our confidence in the future of protein packaging and our commitment to leading in thermoforming technology.” 

The downward water-quench extrusion process rapidly cools the film during production, delivering superior clarity, flexibility, and performance compared with traditional air-cooled or blown film methods. The technology enables the production of high-quality thermoforming films designed to create precise, durable packaging for a wide range of applications, including fresh and processed meats, bacon, sausages, poultry, and cheese. 

The new line also expands TC Transcontinental Packaging’s technical capabilities by supporting broader film widths, improved material efficiency, and advanced structures such as peelable thermoforming films—enhancing convenience for consumers while meeting evolving packaging requirements. In addition, the platform strengthens the company’s ability to support recyclable structures and future sustainability initiatives as customer and regulatory expectations continue to evolve. 

TC Transcontinental Packaging will be on-site at the upcoming International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), booth B48066, where attendees are invited to connect with the TC Transcontinental Packaging team to discuss the company’s expanded thermoforming capabilities, new extrusion line, and the innovative solutions designed to support the evolving needs of the protein and dairy industries. 

About TC Transcontinental Packaging 
TC Transcontinental Packaging, the Packaging Sector of TC Transcontinental (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), is a leader in flexible packaging with operations mostly in the United States, as well as in Canada, Guatemala, Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia, the United Kingdom and New Zealand with around 3,500 employees. Its platform is comprised of one premedia studio and 25 production plants specializing in recycling, extrusion, lamination, printing and converting.  

TC Transcontinental Packaging offers a variety of flexible plastic products, including rollstock, bags and pouches, shrink films and bags, and advanced coatings, servicing a variety of markets, including dairy, coffee, meat and poultry, pet food, agriculture, beverage, home, and personal care, industrial, consumer products and medical. For more information, visit TC Transcontinental Packaging’s website at www.tc.tc/packaging.