Clear Lam Packaging Launches New PET Lidding Film Family At PMA Fresh Summit

Clear Lam Packaging will feature new packaging technologies and advancements designed for processors and retailers of fresh produce including:

* PET Lidding Films: Clear Lam introduces the new SealChoice™ product family for ready-to-eat foods, a growing segment demanding better performing and lower cost lidding films that seal to PET containers that are also used for high pressure pasteurization (HPP) applications. These films are designed for superior wet and contamination sealing to PET trays, cups or platters. When compared to similar laminates made from flexible materials, this film provides a 28 to 42 percent improvement in bond strength. Made in the U.S., the SealChoice family of films is also priced lower than competing films imported from the Far East. Printable with anti-fog and barrier properties, the material can be run on tray sealing or form-fill-seal equipment. Applications include fresh cut produce, prepared meal and snack kits, and deli dip items.

* Peel and ReSeal Lidding Film developed by Clear Lam eliminates the need for pre-formed rigid plastic lids, shrink bands, or zippers resulting in a 30 percent or more weight savings. Peel and ReSeal’s ease of use delivers convenience and value to consumers who get frustrated with zippers, according to consumer research. The film is hermetically sealed to a polyester tray allowing for the use of modified atmosphere to help extend shelf life. By eliminating pre-forms and shrink bands from the supply chain, the Peel and ReSeal Lidding technology helps reduce truck shipments, improving fuel consumption and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Key applications include the Pure Pacific Lettuce Trays and Country Fresh Sliced Apple Trays.

* PrimaPak® Package Technology Enhanced For Fresh Produce – Clear Lam expand its proprietary PrimaPak packaging technology with the new Continuous Motion Interface platform. This technically advanced and operator friendly interface can perform at operating speeds up to 100 bags per minute, depending on the size of the package and scale system. The Continuous Motion Interface platform is ideal for fresh cut vegetables and refrigerated salads.

The Clear Lam PrimaPak System produces a six-sided, stackable package with a reclosable feature and the package is made from a single roll of flexible film. It is designed to replace rigid trays, cans, bottles, jars and select stand-up bags.

The PrimaPak package is the first of its kind, flexible, stackable, reclosable package produced from a single roll of film on a Vertical FFS machine. The technology can help processors and retailers achieve measurable cost savings and sustainability improvements throughout the supply chain.

WHO: Interviews can be scheduled with Roman Forowycz, Chief Marketing Officer

WHEN: October 24-25 from 10AM until 3PM

HOW: Please call or email to schedule an appointment: Mike Butkus, Marketing Manager, 847.212.6710; mbutkus@clearlam.com

Source: Clear Lam Packaging