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How to improve the recyclability of your packaging
To improve the recyclability of your packaging, the following elements can have an impact: RecyClass offers an online tool that allows you to evaluate the recyclability of your packaging. This tool categorises packaging from class A to F, with class A representing good recyclability and class F representing very poor recyclability.
Advantages of PET bottles
Lightweight Solidity Market expansion (specifically for PET beverage bottles)
Improvement of open top metal drums
Greif improvement of the 200L UN Liquid drums – no production of 200L drums from 6-17the of June 2024 With this notification we would like to inform you that Greif have scheduled an improvement on their large steel drum production line in Ghent. Between June 6 and June 17, they will replace a part of…
Single-Use Plastics directive (SUP)
EU Directive 2019/904, also known as the Single-Use Plastics Directive, is an EU rule designed to reduce plastic waste. A specific rule in this directive says that from July 2024, beverage containers up to 3 litres for single-use can only be sold if the cap remains on during use (tethered cap). This should reduce the…
What is In-Mould-Labeling (IML)?
In-Mould Labelling (IML) is a process in which labels are placed directly into the mould or die during the injection moulding process before the plastic is injected. This ensures that the label and packaging melt together, giving you an even end product. Advantages: Disadvantages:
What does our logo represent?
Our logo Our logo contains the Yin-Yang symbol, which symbolises balance, harmony and connectedness. This symbolism reflects the cooperation between Moens Packaging, its customers and suppliers. Moens Packaging’s customers and suppliers fulfil complementary roles, similar to Yin and Yang. Moens Packaging is a strong link between them to build and maintain good, reciprocal relationships. In…
How are PET bottles produced?
PET bottles can be manufactured in a 1-stage process or a 2-stage process.Discover the difference below: 1-stage (One-Step) Process: 2-stage (Two-Step) Process: The 2-stage process is divided into two separate steps: Summary: Both processes result in high-quality PET bottles suitable for food packaging and other applications. 🌟
Why is an UN quality label so important in packaging?
The UN quality mark, also known as the ‘UN Packaging Code’ or ‘UN certification’, is mandatory in packaging used for the transport of hazardous substances or products. Below are a few reasons why the UN approval is so important: In short, UN approval is crucial for the safety, legal compliance, international acceptance, reliability and environmental…
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