When discussing high-barrier flexible packaging, terms such as EVOH, metallized films, multilayer structures, and next-generation recyclable films are often part of the conversation. However, behind all these technologies are two fundamental indicators that objectively measure material performance: OTR (Oxygen Transmission…
New High-Barrier Technologies for More Sustainable Packaging For decades, aluminum foil has been one of the most widely used materials in high-barrier flexible packaging structures. Its ability to provide near-total protection against oxygen, moisture, and light made it the industry…
Dehydrated and especially freeze-dried foods represent one of the most demanding applications in flexible packaging. These products are highly hygroscopic, oxygen-sensitive, and structurally fragile. Packaging is not just a containment solution—it must preserve texture, water activity (aw), nutritional value, and…
In flexible packaging, removing aluminum does not mean sacrificing barrier performance. It means redesigning the structure to achieve the required OTR/WVTR targets, maintain good machinability, and remain compatible with recyclability strategies and packaging communication goals. Today, the most widely used…
Machine Direction Orientation (MDO) has become one of the most relevant enabling technologies for high-performance mono-material flexible packaging. For packaging engineers, material developers, and converters, MDO is not “just another film”—it’s a way to re-balance stiffness, optics, machinability, and recyclability,…
Discover the top 2026 trends in flexible packaging: recyclable mono-materials, ultrasonic sealing, compostable films, packaging 4.0, and more.
Low-cost snacks—such as pork rinds, churros, and traditional mixes—represent a fast-moving category in traditional markets. For these products, flexible packaging plays a critical role not only in preserving freshness but also in optimizing costs and logistics. Below, we explore the…
Discover how flexible packaging solutions meet the technical and sensory needs of the confectionery and snack industry. Learn about formats, cold seal, barrier films, and sustainable innovations.
Coffee is a living product. Its sensory profile, freshness, and quality can quickly deteriorate if not properly protected from origin to consumption. That’s why packaging plays a critical role in the coffee value chain—and flexible packaging has become a strategic…
Learn how ventilated flexible packaging with perforations helps keep fruits and vegetables fresh, reduce waste, and enhance shelf visibility.