New products

Multi-food pots are a versatile food to go packaging solution, point out the supplier, as they can cater for a wide range of dishes. With a maximum of 7% plastic in the bases, Colpac’s new range of multi-food pots comfortably meets the OPRL guidelines for recyclability for 2023 and beyond, claim the company.

As part of Colpac’s commitment to sustainability, the company reports that it has invested heavily in new machinery and processes to enable UK manufacturing. This aims to offer a more sustainable solution to customers as it removes the extra carbon footprint of importing finished goods. It has the added benefits of a shorter, UK-based supply chain and Colpac’s quality assurance in manufacturing.

The new range offers printed kraft and natural kraft options, both using FSC materials to demonstrate Colpac’s commitment to high environmental and social standards. The multi-food pots are available in four different sizes from 470ml through to 1,300ml. Suitable for a multitude of dishes, from, vibrant salads through to hot food to go, the pots provide flexibility to food service operators and retailers.

The multi-food pot bases have a PE coating which provides a barrier to moisture and grease. With a large surface area, each pot can be fitted with a clear, secure, anti-mist lid which provides excellent product visibility. Not only are our lids made from rPET, but they also contain more than double the 30% recycled content threshold outlined in the plastic packaging tax. The natural kraft range is sold separately to the rPET lids, offering the option to heat seal and label the bases instead.

The UK production of Colpac’s multifood pots also reduces lead times and enables greater flexibility for bespoke printing to depict a customer’s brand and product messaging.

“With the launch of our new multifood pots, we have created a solution that is quality led and offers a secure supply chain. The new natural kraft range gives excellent on-shelf presence,

Aquilo Refrigeration has launched a brand new, futureproof range of hydrocarbon cooled commercial fridges and freezers developed to deliver high-spec refrigeration at entry level prices.

With a focus on sustainability, reliability, functionality and easy maintenance, Aquilo produces the refrigeration that caterers demand.

The entire range exclusively utilises R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant which possesses the naturally occurring, non-toxic qualities that have made it one of the most climate-friendly and cost-efficient refrigerants available today. This means that all the fridges and freezers are non-ozone depleting

New refrigeration supplier, Aquilo, launches affordable, R290 cooled range for 2022 Continuing to stand as one of the most versatile food and have a Global Warming packaging suppliers in the Potential (GWP) of under 5. UK, quality disposables And, because R290 rapidly manufacturer and supplier, absorbs more heat than Herald has added a the old-style refrigerants, selection of microwaveable temperature recovery is meal boxes to its range of enhanced and energy disposable food containers. consumption is reduced. Included as part of the Because every catering company’s eco-friendly operation needs to trust selection, the bio meal in the dependability of its boxes come in a choice refrigeration, all Aquilo models of sizes and can be used have undergone rigorous for hot or cold foods. testing to ensure peak Made from mineral-based performance within the most PP material and water, challenging environments. The instead of oil, the boxes range includes various counter, are fully recyclable, giving undercounter and countertop buyers looking for a models as well as uprights microwaveable, meal box meaning that virtually every option an environmentallyrequirement can be addressed. sound choice. A standard two-year parts Head of sales for Herald, and one year labour warranty David Martin is delighted applies although bespoke that the company can and extended warranties are now count these bio, available on request. microwaveable products in Call 0800 093 8343 or visit the mix of goods available www.aquilorefrigeration.co.uk and said: “The added value

Herald introduces new microwaveable range that we bring as a brand is product choice. Our customers come with a spectrum of budgets and needs and our goal is to provide a one stop shop so they have no reason to shop around. “We’ve carefully sourced our bio meal boxes to ensure the Herald standard of quality is maintained and we can provide a healthy supply to meet ongoing demand. We expect there to be an enthusiastic take up, particularly as these boxes are ideal for hot and cold foods.” Call 0208 507 7900 or visit www.heraldplastic.com to order a copy of the new catalogue.

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The Heat Is On…

Herald introduces its microwaveable, bio meal box range

Popular, UK, versatile, food packaging supplier, Herald is proud to bring a selection of bio, microwaveable meal boxes to the market, completing its selection of bio, microwaveable meal boxes to the market, completing its environmentally-friendly choice. Included as part of the company’s eco selection, the bio meal boxes come in Included as part of the company’s eco selection, the bio meal boxes come in a choice of sizes and can be used for hot or cold foods. Made from minerala choice of sizes and can be used for hot or cold foods. Made from mineralbased PP material and water, instead of oil, the boxes are fully recyclable based PP material and water, instead of oil, the boxes are fully recyclable - ideal for buyers looking for a greener, microwaveable, meal box option. - ideal for buyers looking for a greener, microwaveable, meal box option.

Find out how Herald can heat up your choices... 0208 507 7900 sales@heraldplastic.com www.heraldplastic.com

appealing to environmentally driven consumers, and most importantly is manufactured in the UK,” says Kate Berry, Colpac’s head of marketing & product.

NEW DEVELOPMENTS

California-based EcoTensil ® and Poland-based Trendy Top sp. z.o.o have teamed up to deliver a new integrated private label top-cup solution which includes a Single Use Plastic Directive (SUPD)-compliant, durable and smooth paperboard EcoTensil spoon to replace the plastic spoon in the top cup. EcoTensil’s compostable paperboard spoon fits neatly inside a compartment in Trendy Top’s top-cups for a turnkey solution for food manufacturers targeting the popular single-serve onthe-go market.

Trendy Top’s top-cups are designed with a compartment for the utensil which allows eating the single-serve product away from home. The spoon is hygienically sealed with a peal-away label (Trendy Top’s co-packing service offers customised inclusions such as cereal mixes, muesli or granola, chocolate dragees, or cookies, while the spoon stays separate and clean). The sturdy EcoTensil paper spoon is made from PEFC-certified paperboard and has the Flustix plastic-free trustmark certification – audited by the Din Certco Institute in Germany. The utensils are also compostable, recyclable, and use less material overall compared to wood or plastic. “One of the key advantages of this solution is that it complies with the 2021 EU Single-use Plastics Directive for single-use plastic utensils on food packaging, while at the same time our best in class “multi-tensils” deliver superior sensory experience and durability for the consumer,” says EcoTensil founder and CEO, Peggy Cross. “Trendy Top is a great fit with us because we are both specialised yet agile companies that have achieved the highest levels compliance for our businesses.” Trendy Top is a leading top-cup producer for dairy, ice cream, and on-the-go ready meals in the EU and claims to have some of the highest food safety standards in the industry.

“We have chosen to work with the EcoTensil AquaDot spoon for our top cup due to its plastic-free Flustix Trustmark by Din Certco, the company’s long history of making paper utensils, and the pleasing consumer experience based on our testing,” says Trendy Top CEO, Krzysztof Bojdol. “There are plastic-free claims being made in the market which cannot be verified. EcoTensil can back up their plastic-free claims with their Flustix Trustmark from Germany.” The paperboard used to make EcoTensil AquaDot utensils is similar to the material used to make coffee cups, but without any plastic. With one simple “bend to touch dots™” fold, the compact, EcoTensil becomes a sturdy scoop for single-serve cups of yoghurt, oats, cereal, quinoa, desserts, and so much more.

Seal Packaging reports that it has launched the Itsnotpaper bag range, which the company claim is a viable and sustainable alternative to traditional paper bags. They look, feel and handle like paper, they say, but not one tree has been chopped down to make them.

By using renewable agri-fibres as a raw material, instead of wood, the production of Itsnotpaper bags have up to 38% less carbon emissions than conventional paper bags, report the company. Made in the UK, Itsnotpaper bags are certified marine degradable, 100% compostable, and 100% recyclable, they add.

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