Fresh-Lock Reclosable Retort Zippers Open New Markets for Converters

Converters are reporting new market opportunities in retort packaging, thanks to a new line of reclosable retort zippers recently introduced by Fresh-Lock® Zipper. The polypropylene zippers are designed for retort and other high-temperature packaging applications, and are capable of resisting the high temperatures demanded by the retort process.

Converters are reporting new market opportunities in retort packaging, thanks to a new line of reclosable retort zippers recently introduced by Fresh-Lock® Zipper. The polypropylene zippers are designed for retort and other high-temperature packaging applications, and are capable of resisting the high temperatures demanded by the retort process. They are available for both bottom-fill and top-fill pouch applications, and can be used in stand-up pouch or three-side-seal pouch designs. New equipment is not required because the zipper is easily incorporated into existing form-fill-seal equipment currently being used for zipper applications. The zippers are designed for use in wet, moist or dry applications and can be modified to meet the specific requirement of the product and package design. Retort zipper pouches offers all-in-one serve, seal and store design. Retort pouches using the barrier-design retort zippers provide product protection and user convenience, and offer many advantages over retort cans or jars. The retort packaging provides improved flavor, reduced storage space and longer shelf life. There is a high surface to volume ratio, and heat penetrates quickly. Retort time is reduced 30 percent to 50 percent, resulting in better tasting, more nutritious food, and energy savings. Shipping costs are dramatically reduced with the new packaging. Retort zipper pouches provide marketers with a large surface for graphics, resulting in more shelf impact and brand differentiation. Zippers can be tailored to match the product and consumer demographics. Research shows that consumer demand is strong for this type of product packaging because of the convenience and product protection that it offers.