Reseal Technology Revolutionizing Reseal Technology Bostik 2017

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE SMART and reducing waste. An RESEAL TECHNOLOGY estimated 30-40% of food in particular is wasted each year in the U.S.3, and As the flexible packaging market the typical consumer generates 4.3 continues to grow to an estimated pounds of waste each day.4 Resealable $125.66 billion by 20211, the Flexible packaging helps decrease food waste, Packaging Association (FPA) looks to benefiting the environment and saving understand consumer preferences, consumers money. Additionally, the which significantly drive demand. Over added convenience of this functionality the past 10 years especially, flexible is another reason consumers are packaging has been one of the fastest choosing resealable packaging. They growing segments. This has been in look for packaging that is easy to open, large part due to its ability to offer easy to reseal and easy to store. For that consumer conveniences such as straw reason, consumers are willing to pay inserts, perforation aids and grab- more for this type of packaging. and-go single use . In an era play an important role in where consumer convenience is key to the design and success of resealable a product’s success, resealability also packaging. Therefore, it’s important to has become an important feature for ensure the correct adhesive is chosen flexible packaging designs. for the given application. For example, In a recent FPA survey, 65% of 2,120 different resealable packaging designs consumers stated that having the ability require different adhesive properties. to reseal a package was an important These properties include varying purchasing factor for them.2 Therefore, viscosities, peel strengths and FDA it is no surprise that resealable packaging compliance. Additionally, it’s important has quickly become a mega trend in to consider how much capital investment the packaging industry. As a result, a chosen adhesive will require in terms it is important for manufacturers to of converting and packaging equipment. understand resealability’s appeal and three smart adhesive solutions for these designs.

Resealable packaging offers consumers a variety of benefits. In particular, as consumers become more environmentally conscious, they look to purchase products that reflect their values. Resealability helps keep products fresher for longer, extending

bostik.com/us Bostik in particular offers smart adhesive various advantages, including increased solutions for resealable packaging. packing line speeds. For example, These include zipper attachment heat M-Resin technology is applied as a seals to pressure sensitive reseal sealant web, which is the multi-layer approved for both food and non-food film structure that contains the heat packaging. Compatible with a range of sealable surface that attaches to the equipment, which allows for minimal tray, M-Resin, and any . Using capital investment, these adhesives can this sealant web means there are no be tailored to specific adhesive property added steps on the packaging line, requirements and have various levels of saving customers time and money. FDA clearance. Other advantages include limited impact on taste and odor and a range of One smart adhesive solution Bostik formulations. This aspect is important offers is patented M-Resin technology. to customers, as taste and odor levels This technology is best suited for the can be very important depending on the reseal of rigid or semi-rigid trays and is food type being packaged. For example, compatible with blown or cast extrusion foods like chocolate are more likely to systems. The resin is extruded between pick up flavors from an adhesive over the layers of film that make up the lidding meat or cheese. web that will be sealed to the food tray. When the consumer opens the package, Bostik also manufactures an extrudable a layer of pressure sensitive adhesive is heat seal adhesive for zipper reseal exposed as shown in the picture below. applications. This adhesive solution can have customized application and activation temperatures on the zipper attachment line. For example, depending on the substrates being used, customers may want a higher or lower heat seal activation temperature or need adjustments to the heat seal to improve the flow through their application. A leader in hot melt technology, Bostik is able to manufacture an extrudable heat seal adhesive that meets even the This adhesive layer is used to make most stringent requirements. For zipper the reseal functionality. M-Resin reseal applications, the Bostik adhesive technology offers manufacturers is applied to the backing of the zipper,

bostik.com/us which is then heat sealed to make the end WORK CITED package. This type of reseal structure 1. Flexible Packaging Market Worth 125.66 Billion can be used on a variety of packaging USD by 2021. Markets and Markets, n.d., Web. 27 formats such as stand up pouches, , Dec. 2016. side gusseted pouches and more. 2. Driving Business Growth with Flexible Packaging. Flexible Packaging Association. Bostik’s third smart adhesive solution is resealable hot melt and water- 3. Food Waste: The Facts. World Food Day, United Nations Environment Programme. 2015. Web. based pressure sensitive adhesives, 27 Dec. 2016. which can be used in a wide range of 4. How Much Do We Waste Daily? Duke Center for applications. These adhesives offer Sustainability and Commerce, 2016. Web. 27 customized initial peel and reseal Dec. 2016. strengths to suit customers’ specific needs as well as smooth and quiet peels. Additionally, Bostik’s resealable hot melt and water-based adhesives can be used on customers’ existing resealable packaging equipment, keeping costs low and production simple.

All three of these resealable adhesive solutions can be used for food and non- food flexible packaging designs. As the flexible packaging market continues to grow and develop, Bostik’s extensive expertise allows the company to adapt in conjunction with it. As an innovative supplier in the resealable packaging market, Bostik works with end users and to continue to bring new ideas and improvements to the market.

To find a product that fits a particular BOSTIK HOTLINE reseal package design or for more Smart help information, call 414-774-2250. 1-800-726-7845 Bostik, Inc. 11320 W Watertown Plank Road Wauwatosa, WI 53226 www.bostik.com/us

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