PET barrier material

The SurShield™ barrier from Owens-Illinois Plastics Group (Toledo, OH) is 35% to 45% more effective at preventing the permeation of carbon dioxide compared to previous barrier formulations, company says. Available for PET containers, barrier is ideal for beverage and brewing customers.

The SurShield™ barrier from Owens-Illinois Plastics Group (Toledo, OH) is 35% to 45% more effective at preventing the permeation of carbon dioxide compared to previous barrier formulations, company says. Available for PET containers, barrier is ideal for beverage and brewing customers. The proprietary barrier is a good active and passive barrier for oxygen and carbon dioxide, company says.