New polyethylene for frozen food packaging.(packaging materials)

BOREALIS has introduced what it describes as a new and unique polyolefin for film-based vacuum forming packaging. BorForm was developed in co-operation with Norwegian packaging converter Tommen Gram whose GramFlex BorForm-based film provides a cost effective alternative to traditional cardboard and laminate materials used by the food industry for the packaging of frozen goods. It is intended primarily for 5 to 20 kg transport and storage packaging for frozen meat and fish, but its benefits make it equally suitable for consumer packaging. BorForm complies with full food safety approvals according to EU Directive 2002/72/EC.

BorForm is said to bring typical fixed cost …