Klo?ckner Pentaplast introduces new PET-based technology for yogurt packaging in Africa

At Propak Africa 2016, Klo?ckner Pentaplast will introduce its polyethylene terephthalate (PET)-based technology, clikPET, for yogurt packaging.

clikPET embodies full polystyrene (PS) functionality, complemented by superior gas and water vapor barrier properties and superior transport shock-resistance. This helps to achieve increased shelf-life up to 10 days and avoid cup breakage during distribution.

With the ability to bend and click, consumers can snap the package, e.g. taking a yogurt cup out of multipacks.

"We are proud of having developed a product that relies on Klo?ckner Pentaplast's well-proven technologies and makes it easy to serve consumer preferences such as the 'bend and click' opportunity for more convenience at the same time," Klo?ckner Pentaplast's Rainer Schlicht, Group Director Development Packaging & Specialties EMEA and Asia said. "Allowing a longer self-life as well as avoiding breaking cups during distribution the new innovation contributes to Klo?ckner Pentaplast's support of the initiative SAVE FOOD."

The new PET-based technology can be used on major form-fill-seal (FFS) lines, seals, labels and trays, according to the company.

Stuart Ball, Director Marketing, Packaging & Specialties, EMEA and Asia at Klo?ckner Pentaplast, added, "clikPET offers new possibilities for packaging and product innovation in the yogurt market. The PET-based alternative to PS offers opportunities to drive reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) whilst changing consumer perception with brand differentiation in a competitive environment."

Propak Africa 2016 will be held from March 15-18 in Johannesburg, South Africa.