Anuga FoodTec 2022: Mondi launches recyclable trays for fresh food waste reductions

26 Apr 2022 --- Mondi is unveiling two recyclable trays for fresh food at Anuga FoodTec 2022 today in Cologne, Germany (Hall 8.1, Stand B035). The paper-based tray and semi-rigid plastic trays are designed to reduce food waste. 

The Performing Monoloop and Mono Formable PP solutions provide high-barrier food protection, demonstrating how packaging plays a vital role throughout the supply chain. The trays protect fresh food contents at every stage of the manufacturing and logistics process, ensuring they last longer through clever design and the potential to apply MAP (modified atmosphere packaging) to extend the shelf life.

The packaging inhibits exposure to elements such as moisture, gasses and grease, and actively encourages correct consumer use through resealable functions. This functionality aids convenience and portion control while also reducing food waste.

Performing Monoloop
Performing Monoloop is a formable and recyclable paper-based solution for sliced food such as cheese or meat. The paper tray with a barrier layer is combined with a plastic top web solution, allowing “excellent” product protection while reducing plastic use.

The barrier layer can be easily separated from the paper tray so that all elements can be disposed of in the correct waste streams separately. Performing Monoloop, certified recyclable by Institute cyclos-HTP, offers high flexibility for the food manufacturer, as it is suitable for a range of depths and forms on existing lines.Performing Monoloop is a formable and recyclable paper-based solution for sliced food such as cheese or meat.

Mono Formable PP
Mono Formable PP is a recyclable high-barrier MAP solution created from monomaterial PP. Featuring a printed top web and a complementary thermoformable semi-rigid bottom web, the fully recyclable packaging weighs around 30% less than a comparable polyester (PET) tray at the same thickness while offering the same high level of product protection.

The solution can substitute the industry standard of multimaterial non-recyclable PET trays and is available with a range of features like easy-peel for convenient opening or reclosure.

“[Environmental] sustainability is front and center when we design new solutions, using paper where possible and plastic when useful,” explains Thomas Kahl, head of sustainable packaging solutions for FMCG & Industrial Channels at Mondi.

“We think deeply about materials and take a holistic approach that supports the development of sustainable systems and circular economies. We are pleased to be launching these new food packaging solutions at the Anuga FoodTec, where Mondi is exhibiting for the first time.”

Anuga FoodTec 2022
Also at Anuga FoodTec 2022 (26-29 April), Schubert is presenting new 3d printing technologies, Mosca is showcasing stretch wrapping for food protection, Coperion is demonstrating a meat substitute extruder machine, Multivac is unveiling a full wrap labeler for random weight products, and KHS is spotlighting modern filling tech and future-proof packaging systems.

By Joshua Poole