The Ludwigsburg-based manufacturer of promotional sweets and Advent calendars, Jung, is now using a recyclable, paper-based packaging solution from One.five that was developed with the help of AI.
Confectionery packaging is often made from petroleum-based plastics or paper-plastic composites, which are only recyclable to a limited extent. Jung was therefore looking for an alternative that could be integrated into the existing filling processes and fulfil the requirements for durability, tear resistance and efficient processing. As none of the available options fully met these requirements, the company previously relied on a non-recyclable 50/50 composite made of paper and plastic.
With the paper-based barrier packaging “Bluemorph” from the Hamburg start-up One.five, Jung is now using a solution that consists of FSC-certified paper, is fully recyclable in waste paper, offers the required performance in the filling process and produces up to 30 per cent fewer emissions than comparable conventional OPP or plastic composite films.
„With the paper-based solution from One.five, we can now use packaging for the first time that is fully recyclable, meets our requirements for reliable processing, long shelf life and high product protection, and helps us with the issue of recyclability.“
Peter Neff, Managing Director of Jung.
Prepare for the PPWR at an early stage
The new paper packaging can replace a large proportion of the plastic-based materials previously used and therefore makes a significant contribution to reducing the proportion of plastic. At the same time, it helps companies like Jung to prepare for the requirements of the upcoming EU packaging regulation (PPWR) at an early stage, for example with regard to recyclability and material savings.
„Our paper-based packaging solutions can be integrated into existing production processes without any major changes. This allows companies to switch to alternative packaging within a short space of time. The collaboration with Jung shows how technological development and innovation can come together with practical filling requirements.“
Martin Weber, Founder and Managing Director of One.five
By switching to the paper-based solution, both companies want to show how ecological responsibility and innovation can go hand in hand. The project shows that sustainable materials, regulatory requirements and economic efficiency can be combined well.
Source: One.five
