100 percent biodegradable Eco-Zip ends sustainability dilemma for flexible packaging

8 December 16:Europe's leading press to close zip manufacturer, ELPLAST Group, has developed a reclose system that puts an end to the fully sustainable flexible packaging dilemma. The company's ECO-ZIP technology is 100 percent biodegradable and has already been picked up by leading brands, including the ‘eco- conscience' pet food brand, Beco.

Caine Folkes-Miller, marketing and innovation director at ELPLAST Group commented: "Biodegradable flexible packaging materials are taking brands one step closer to fully sustainable packaging, which is in great demand. But consumers are very unlikely to remove the reclose system before disposal. Our ECO-ZIP technology proudly solves this dilemma for brand owners and packaging designers."

Beco stays on brand with ECO-ZIP solution

Beco is one of the first brands to use ELPLAST ECO-ZIP technology, requiring a biodegradable packaging solution that fell in line with its natural and organic ethos.

Caine Folkes-Miller said: "To produce healthy meat free pet food using unsustainable packaging was an incongruous option for Beco. Our ECO-ZIP product line uses the same high performance press to close technology as our EL-ZIP range, but with the added sustainable benefits. We worked closely with Tyler Packaging to produce the finished compostable pack made from 100% biodegradable material."

The press to close reseal system works in conjunction with the sustainable packaging solution implemented by Tyler Packaging for Beco's dry food production lines. The finished pack allows Beco's customers to enjoy a reclose zip to maximise product freshness, knowing that the disposed pack will decompose.

 Beco Pets co-Founder and Design Director Toby Massey, who created the pioneering packaging for Beco's new Food for Dogs said: "Our consumers care for the wellbeing of themselves, their pets and for the wellbeing of the planet. We took great time and dedication in selecting the best organic ingredients to meet these needs within the product, and we did not want to be let down by a packaging solution that could not follow our own brand ethics."

"The sustainability credentials of ELPLAST are commendable and the team's support throughout the new project development process helped generate an ecologically sound solution."

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For more information, please contact Fiona Shackleton at Fine & Dandy Marketing on 07764 342176 or email fiona@finedandymarketing.co.uk

NOTES TO THE EDITOR

ELPLAST Group originated as a small, family run Polish food packer in the late 1990's. The company ventured into zip press to close manufacturing due to a frustration in the lack of quality zip products in Europe. Originally, ELPLAST aimed for self-sufficient manufacturing, however major brands appreciated the high level of quality and service, enabling the business to branch out.

The company became a dedicated manufacturer and designer of EL-ZIP® brand zippers in early 2000. From humble beginnings, the range now includes over 250 different styles of press to close zippers, supplying over 600 million metres annually to customers in over 60 countries.

In 2016, ELPLAST opened two new world class facilities - a 9,000 square metres facility in Europe and a 2,700 square metres facility in the United States - to majorly increase EL-ZIP® production. Each facility has the capacity to produce two billion metres of product.

The recent expansion strengthens ELPLAST's position as Europe's leading press to close zipper manufacturer, especially in relation to unprecedented food hygiene and quality procedures and collaborative innovation.

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