FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
“ The challenge was to develop a technical solution for full PE laminates which maintained mechanical and optical performance while enabling the desired printing and packaging equipment line speeds ,” said Nilesh Shah , technical advisor , ExxonMobil . “ ExxonMobil leveraged a ‘ design for recyclability ’ approach to help drive the change in the packaging from a multi-material to a mono-material structure , in this case , a full PE solution .”
Working collaboratively , ExxonMobil , Amcor , and Syntegon developed a recyclable full PE laminated detergent packaging solution that maintains mechanical strength , seal integrity , and optical performance . Amcor produced the PE substrate / top film and the PE sealant film using ExxonMobil ’ s performance PE polymers ― including Exceed XP 8784 , Exceed 2012 , Exceed 1327 , and ExxonMobil HDPE HTA 108 ― which ensure performance is maintained . Amcor then converted the films into laminates without modifying machinery . Syntegon converted these laminates into packs using vertical form fill seal ( VFFS ) machines modified to be poly heat seal friendly , so the packs were made without any challenges .
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“ Naturally , we are delighted with the success of this collaboration with Amcor and Syntegon ,” said Hari Gusain , manager Area Sales , ExxonMobil . “ It follows the recent introduction of another successful full PE laminated solution developed with Shrinath , another leading converter in India , and Syntegon , for salt packaging applications .” z
* Recyclable in communities with programs and facilities in place that collect and recycle plastic films .
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