31 Mar 2022 --- Graphic Packaging International (GPI) has developed a fiber-based tray branded PaperSeal with G. Mondini’s tray sealing technology. The solution will replace grocer New Season Market’s clamshells to package its partner brand Fresh Pasta. Available in multiple formats, including modified atmosphere (MAP), vacuum skin and non-MAP top-seal trays, PaperSeal can be used to pack fresh and processed meat, chilled and frozen ready meals, cheese, snacks, salad, fruit and more.According to GPI, the PaperSeal tray-packed pasta will appear in stores this April and enable New Seasons Market to prevent 120,000 plastic packs from entering waste streams each year.Paul Tye, director, business development – global trays, bowls & cooking solutions at Graphic Packaging, says: “As a hybrid packaging format, the PaperSeal tray is well-suited for applications where plastic cannot easily be eliminated due to the need for a hermetic seal or oxygen barrier to extend shelf-life. For these applications, businesses can still reduce the amount of plastic used in their packaging by up to 90% by replacing it with a recyclable, renewable fiber-based alternative.
