30/01/2012

Mondi presents the latest innovation in paper-based bags – the Hermetic Closed Pinch Bottom Bag

Paper bags are very popular in various industries and have been facing increased requirements with regard to barrier properties. Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging has therefore developed a novel paper-based bag, which offers high-barrier features comparable to plastic bags. This pioneering packaging does not only offer prolonged shelf life of products but also the possibility to reduce the use of preservatives within the pet food formulation.

“Market trends towards intelligent and sustainable packaging solutions have been the trigger for our latest product development. The hermetically closed pinch bottom bag features enhanced barrier properties whilst offering the natural look and feel of a paper-based packaging”, explains Stefan Gutheil, Managing Director Consumer Packaging. The innovative bag provides an oxygen barrier as well as a high grease resistance, thanks to the thermo-sealed bottom and corners. In addition, the hotmelt used in the sealing of the barrier ply fin provides the high protection typically provided by plastic bags. The bag was designed to withstand most critical ambient conditions in terms of temperature and humidity.

The hermetic pinch bottom bag prolongs the shelf life of products as well as retains the taste and flavours of the packed products for an extended period of time compared to other paper-based packaging solutions. Furthermore, customers benefit from the reduced amount of required preservatives in the pet food formulation. The robust laminate and the hermetically closed bottom and corners make the bag the ideal solution for safe deliveries in hot, humid countries. The bags were able to stand current testing for grease resistance of up to 20% fats and mechanical properties, which are common for big sacks (up to 20 kg). “In order to optimally meet the needs of our customers, we are currently working on the development of customised solutions including handles or spouts”, Stefan Gutheil says.

The hermetic closed pinch bottom bag is made up of a kraft paper carrier layer, which is – depending on the specific requirements – either laminated with an EVOH-based film or extrusion laminated with aluminium as physical barrier. Moreover, customers can choose from various bag designs: normal or semi-extensible kraft paper as external ply or in even more sophisticated solutions, clay coated greaseproof paper laminated with PET or PE. The main applications of the bag are the pet food and feed industries.

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Contact:
Judith Schwendemann
Marketing Manager
Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging
Tel: +43 (0) 1 790 13 4962
Fax: +43 (0) 1 790 13 967
Email: judith.schwendemann@mondigroup.com

Pictures:

Reliable and innovative paper-based bags by Mondi Novasac S.r.l.

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About Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging
Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging, a Business Unit of the Europe & International Division, is a backwards integrated, innovation leader of siliconised, plastic- and paper-based materials and packaging. With 21 plants, 4 converting terminals and a R&D Centre, we provide a customer oriented portfolio based on technologies such as siliconising, extrusion coating, film extrusion, laminating, printing and converting.
We serve a broad range of industries with tailored solutions such as customised release liner for the pressure sensitive adhesives industry, extrusion-coated applications for industrial papers and efficient barrier materials for food & non-food industries.
The portfolio further includes flexible packaging such as high quality barrier films, printed monofilms and laminates, pre-made paper and plastic bags as well as stand-up pouches with a wide range of features.
Through a worldwide sales and international plant network Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging provides global customer service and certified process standards. Backed by its own R&D Centre, it assures customers of tailor-made, advanced solutions and continues to drive innovation in the industry.

About Mondi
Mondi is an international paper and packaging Group, with production operations across 31 countries and revenues of €6.2 billion in 2010. The Group’s key operations are located in Central Europe, Russia and South Africa and as at the end of 2010, Mondi employed 29,000 people.
Mondi is fully integrated across the paper and packaging process, from the growing of wood and the manufacture of pulp and paper (including recycled paper), to the conversion of packaging papers into corrugated packaging, industrial bags and coatings.
The Group is principally involved in the manufacture of packaging paper, converted packaging products and uncoated fine paper (UFP).
Mondi has a dual listed company structure, with a primary listing on the JSE Limited for Mondi Limited under the ticker code MND and a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange for Mondi plc, under the ticker code MNDI. The Group has been recognised for its sustainability through its inclusion in the FTSE4Good UK, Europe and Global indices in 2008, 2009 and 2010 and the JSE’s Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) Index in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.

Last change: 31/01/2012

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Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging has therefore developed a novel paper-based bag, which offers high-barrier features comparable to plastic bags. This pioneering packaging does not only offer prolonged shelf life of products but also the possibility to reduce the use of preservatives within the pet food formulation. “Market trends towards intelligent and sustainable packaging solutions have been the trigger for our latest product development. The hermetically closed pinch bottom bag features enhanced barrier properties whilst offering the natural look and feel of a paper-based packaging”, explains Stefan Gutheil, Managing Director Consumer Packaging. The innovative bag provides an oxygen barrier as well as a high grease resistance, thanks to the thermo-sealed bottom and corners. In addition, the hotmelt used in the sealing of the barrier ply fin provides the high protection typically provided by plastic bags. The bag was designed to withstand most critical ambient conditions in terms of temperature and humidity. The hermetic pinch bottom bag prolongs the shelf life of products as well as retains the taste and flavours of the packed products for an extended period of time compared to other paper-based packaging solutions. Furthermore, customers benefit from the reduced amount of required preservatives in the pet food formulation. The robust laminate and the hermetically closed bottom and corners make the bag the ideal solution for safe deliveries in hot, humid countries. The bags were able to stand current testing for grease resistance of up to 20% fats and mechanical properties, which are common for big sacks (up to 20 kg). “In order to optimally meet the needs of our customers, we are currently working on the development of customised solutions including handles or spouts”, Stefan Gutheil says. The hermetic closed pinch bottom bag is made up of a kraft paper carrier layer, which is – depending on the specific requirements – either laminated with an EVOH-based film or extrusion laminated with aluminium as physical barrier. Moreover, customers can choose from various bag designs: normal or semi-extensible kraft paper as external ply or in even more sophisticated solutions, clay coated greaseproof paper laminated with PET or PE. The main applications of the bag are the pet food and feed industries. - End - Contact: Judith Schwendemann Marketing Manager Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging Tel: +43 (0) 1 790 13 4962 Fax: +43 (0) 1 790 13 967 Email: judith.schwendemann@mondigroup.com Pictures: Reliable and innovative paper-based bags by Mondi Novasac S.r.l. PIN-Code: 653FC https://images.mondigroup.com/pindownload/login.do?pin=653FC About Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging, a Business Unit of the Europe & International Division, is a backwards integrated, innovation leader of siliconised, plastic- and paper-based materials and packaging. With 21 plants, 4 converting terminals and a R&D Centre, we provide a customer oriented portfolio based on technologies such as siliconising, extrusion coating, film extrusion, laminating, printing and converting. We serve a broad range of industries with tailored solutions such as customised release liner for the pressure sensitive adhesives industry, extrusion-coated applications for industrial papers and efficient barrier materials for food & non-food industries. The portfolio further includes flexible packaging such as high quality barrier films, printed monofilms and laminates, pre-made paper and plastic bags as well as stand-up pouches with a wide range of features. Through a worldwide sales and international plant network Mondi Coatings & Consumer Packaging provides global customer service and certified process standards. Backed by its own R&D Centre, it assures customers of tailor-made, advanced solutions and continues to drive innovation in the industry. About Mondi Mondi is an international paper and packaging Group, with production operations across 31 countries and revenues of €6.2 billion in 2010. The Group’s key operations are located in Central Europe, Russia and South Africa and as at the end of 2010, Mondi employed 29,000 people. Mondi is fully integrated across the paper and packaging process, from the growing of wood and the manufacture of pulp and paper (including recycled paper), to the conversion of packaging papers into corrugated packaging, industrial bags and coatings. The Group is principally involved in the manufacture of packaging paper, converted packaging products and uncoated fine paper (UFP). Mondi has a dual listed company structure, with a primary listing on the JSE Limited for Mondi Limited under the ticker code MND and a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange for Mondi plc, under the ticker code MNDI. The Group has been recognised for its sustainability through its inclusion in the FTSE4Good UK, Europe and Global indices in 2008, 2009 and 2010 and the JSE’s Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) Index in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010. Last change: 31/01/2012 © 2012 by Mondi Disclaimer\| Privacy\| Accessibility\| © 2012 by Mondi