Sappi and Syntegon Technology are joining forces for sustainable solutions in the confectionery industry. Initial joint projects show that a changeover to paper-based solutions can be realised effectively and safely.
In order to provide large and medium-sized customers in the confectionery industry with reliable and sustainable, Paper-based packaging solutions Sappi Europe and Syntegon Technology have joined forces to form a strategic partnership have joined forces.
Innovation leader Sappi already offers numerous barrier papers on the market and has extensive expertise in the field of secure functional paper packaging.
This focus is in line with Syntegon Technology's strategy: the supplier of process and packaging technology supports its customers towards sustainability through Material tests, machine applications and innovative packaging designs.
„Depending on the product protection requirements, we enable the replacement of conventional multilayer laminates with more recyclable monomaterials or with paper. Both on our customers“ existing Syntegon machines and on new machines." Christoph Langohr, Project Manager Sustainability Horizontal at Syntegon.
Sappi and Syntegon: Concentrated expertise for branded companies
Where Syntegon normally operates independently of the packaging material and Sappi independently of the machine, the combined expertise is now brought to bear: Above all Branded companies from the confectionery industry utilise sustainable paper solutions through close cooperation.
Initial joint projects between Sappi and Syntegon in the area of confectionery packaging for branded goods show that a Switching to paper-based solutions can be realised effectively and safely.
For example, a well-known chocolate manufacturer had one of its products converted from conventional to paper-based material from Sappi by using the company's paper-ON-form retrofit kit from Syntegon install on the existing flow-wrapping machines left.
Customers from the confectionery industry benefit on the one hand in terms of Consultancy expertise from the new partnership. A precise needs analysis regarding product requirements for the packaging and detailed material tests guarantee a smooth packaging process later on.
This is how the paper-ON-form retrofit kit for optimum forming and sealing in the packaging process, even at high speeds for cold seal applications. This can be optionally integrated into new machines, but can also be retrofitted to older existing Syntegon machines.
Safely packaged products: recyclable and visually appealing
However, the production and packaging of sensitive foods such as confectionery not only requires optimised processes, but also the ideal material.
„Product protection is always the top priority and requirement for packaging. Factors such as ingredients and shelf life of the product play a decisive role.“ René Köhler, Head of New Business Development Packaging Solutions at Sappi
To ensure comprehensive product safety, brand manufacturers rely on the certified barrier papers from Sappi. The food-safe, paper-based solutions have integrated barriers against oxygen, water vapour, grease, aroma and mineral oil.
At the same time, the barrier papers No need for additional lamination. This means that the packaging materials made from renewable raw materials can be recycled in the existing paper cycle.
Source: Sappi Europe
