Industrial Packaging LC Packaging ensures food safety
September / October 2017
Industrial Packaging LC Packaging ensures food safety
Due to globalization and industrialization there is an increasing pressure on agro-food chains and networks . Food safety is one of the biggest priorities of authorities , food companies and consumers . To retain consumers ’ trust , both food companies and authorities try to reduce potential risks by taking measures related to product design , packaging and ingredients . Food safety crisis situations can be considered one of the largest threats for companies and even for the food industry itself . LC Packaging understands the food safety challenges and supports its customers by offering the LC Food Safe Assurance Programme . The LC Food Safe Assurance Programme includes six �������������������������������������������������������� packaging .
Leading in quality management “ Quality is the complete package ”, Marcel Schouten , Director of Industrial Packaging at LC Packaging , states . “ LC ������������������������������������������������������������ strength of the packaging , but that it is also derived from the quality of our products , our manufacturing processes and the working conditions of our employees . Our dedicated in-house quality department runs all these aspects and is committed to delivering the highest quality food safe packaging and excellent service .” Strict operating procedures are applied in the production process of FIBCs . During the manufacturing of food safe packaging LC Packaging adheres the following standards and regulations :
• BRC / IoP Global Standard for Packaging & Packaging Materials Issue 5
• FSSC 22000 framework to effectively manage the organization its food safety responsibilities ( GFSI recognized )
• BRC / S & D : Global Standard storage and distribution ( Issue 3 )
• ( EU ) 10 / 2011 : European Regulation on plastic materials / articles intended to come into contact with food
Consultancy for global food safety Food safety includes a number of procedures that should be taken to avoid health risks . LC Packaging leads the industry by helping food companies understand and meet the standards for clean packaging . The company creates and accelerates awareness of packaging cleanliness in the European food ( ingredients ) industry through the circulation of the Food Safety Code : guidelines developed in collaboration with a global leader in the food industry . The document describes how to safeguard ���������������������������������������������������������� Intermediate Bulk Containers ) during use . LC Packaging is the international leading expert in FIBC packaging . LC ’ s FIBC experts make sure they have full comprehension of the processes , products and requirements , ����������������������������������������������������������������� operation best . The company fully understands the product of its clients and the interests of the end-user . As a result , LC Packaging continuously delivers excellent service , high quality packaging and has a proven track record of working together with global companies on the food safety of their products . Besides the determination to meet the strict requirements of food safety , it also takes the right corporate vision and investments in advanced manufacturing technologies to achieve consumers ’ trust in food safety .
State-of-the-art manufacturing technology LC Packaging ’ s production locations are accredited with ������������������������������������������������������������ room facilities . The business continuously innovates its manufacturing processes to meet the highest food safety standards . LC Packaging ’ s goal is to “ Eliminate the Last Particle ” by using advanced technologies , such as :
• Full migration testing of all materials used
• More effective cleaning with highly innovative processes :
• Inside view technology during air washing
• Vacuum outside cleaning technology
• Ultrasonic spout hemming technology
• Class 10.000 liner extrusion
• Complete overpressure clean room
• 100 % metal detection
Innovative product design High quality packaging protects products and contributes food safety assurance and increased consumers ’ trust . To continuously deliver excellent FIBC solutions and to meet the increasing demand for food packaging , LC Packaging invests in the development of innovations and constantly searches for new material combinations . The company focuses on creating high added value to its packaging by adding packaging solutions , such as :
• Premium material quality manufactured under clean room conditions and benchmark barrier properties
• Food safe conductive aluminium liners
• Premium liner structure , such as PE / PA / PE , L1 , L2 as well as Aluminium
• Innovative EVOH barrier liner With its focus on material innovation , LC Packaging is leading the way in packaging quality and food safety .
������������������������������ In addition to food safety guidance LC Packaging helps companies improve their total cost structure and operational ���������������������������� Through the company ’ s latest developments in the in-house manufacturing of form stable FIBCs ( Q-bags ), customers ������������
• Cordnet technology for more safety for your employees in storage and warehousing
• ������������������������������������������������������ ���������������������������������������
• Highly stable FIBCs , which help to secure the load and protecting your products
• Optimised load space , which helps to reduce transportation costs and limits CO2 emission per bag
• Gambo protective packaging against outside contamination and moisture
LC Packaging supports customers in the food ingredients industry achieve more : total cost reduction and load securing .
Sustainability throughout the chain Our vision No Time to Waste
“ LC Packaging strives to include all stakeholders in its quest to provide sustainable packaging solutions , while minimising the impact on the environment , the waste of valuable products , while also enriching the communities in which we operate .”
Our daily operations and packaging solutions have a direct impact on the environment , on individuals and communities around the world : from creating quality jobs , to protecting , preserving and safely transporting all sorts of products . Quality packaging protects the environmental and economic investment in products , and contributes to economic development and social wellbeing , by facilitating distribution and delivery to the market place . We believe quality and sustainability are inextricably linked : a quality product can only be a quality product when produced in an environment that respects people and the planet .
Global Sustainable Development Goals In its daily operations , LC Packaging has a direct impact on 4 ���������������������������������������������������������� the United Nations 1 . Decent work and economic growth 2 . Industry innovation and infrastructure 3 . Responsible consumption and production 4 . Partnerships for the goals
Some of the production facilities recycle water to prevent water pollution harming aquatic life . Currently , LC Packaging is conducting carbon footprint research to measure the waste , water and energy consumption resulting from its daily operations . Depending on the results the company will implement a strategy to reduce the pollution more . In addition to tackling pollution , LC Packaging is focusing on decent work and economic growth . For instance , the company will build a second plant in Bangladesh in order to offer more people a bright future . Due to its extensive sustainability efforts LC was accredited a Silver CSR Rating from EcoVadis . EcoVadis provides prominent solutions for monitoring sustainability in worldwide supply chains . Using innovative technology and CSR expertise , the company aims to help buyers and suppliers implementing more sustainable practices .
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Being a safe place for employees As mentioned earlier , it also takes the right corporate mentality to achieve food safety goals . LC Packaging values the commitment and passion of its employees . The company is devoted to having safe and healthy working . The ���������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������� the well-being of its employees . LC Packaging invests its ���������������������������������������������������������� high-quality jobs . For instance , Dutch-Bangla Pack Ltd . and Shankar Packagings are two examples of production locations , which have a clear focus on achieving their sustainability goals . Dutch-Bangla Pack Ltd . is a production facility located in Bangladesh . The company is partly owned by LC Packaging . Dutch-Bangla Pack has one of the best working conditions in Bangladesh :
• There is a strong focus on recruiting medium / high female management in the best interest of gender equality
• The company invests in the development of their employees : over 300 individual training sessions are given annually
• There is a high focus on occupation health and safety .
Shankar Packagings is a production location based in India . It also invests in the wellbeing of its employees :
• Shankar Packagings believes in gender equality .
• Shankar Packagings is committed to creating a healthy and safe work environment for its employees . Therefore , there are health checks each year for all its employees . These checks include hearing , vision and respiratory tests .
• Besides , in the last 18 months Shankar Packagings has invested in technologies , which help create a safe working environment .
Sustainability is an ongoing process . To really make a change in our four areas of commitment and further improve the wellbeing of people , create a sustainable supply chain , develop sustainable packaging solutions and minimize our impact on the environment , LC Packaging has set itself 14 ���������������������������������������������������������� Vision 2022 . With all six elements of the LC Food Safe Assurance Programme , LC Packaging offers the food industry the cleanest and safest FIBCs that meet the highest industry standards . Marcel Schouten states : “ Only if the packaging includes all elements of the programme , does it meet the standard of what we believe should be the standard for all food safe packaging ”. LC Packaging will continue its contribution to a more sustainable world .