Shifts in sustainability needs have lead many industries to use more environmentally friendly packaging. This trend extends to personal and home care products, as many of them tend to be liquids. The stand-up pouch has become one of the most common sustainable packaging options. A stand-up pouch reduces the overall carbon footprint significantly compared to…
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MONOSOLUTIONS™ Vol. 2 – Stand-up pouch, sustainable liquid pouch
MONOSOLUTIONS™ Vol. 1 – CUBITAINER®, sustainable bulk liquid container
Packaging sustainability is not solely a concern for Business to Consumer (B2C) but also for Business-to-Business (B2B) products. Many industries, including coatings, inks, agriculture, and industrial chemicals, are switching to flexible packaging in order to improve their overall carbon footprint. Packaging goes through many processes before they are filled with products. Although some companies have…
Read MoreIntroducing Sustainable monomaterial flexible packaging series – MONOSOLUTIONS™
In recent years, the word “sustainable” has become popular, and environmental measures are now recognized as opportunities and risks for corporate management beyond the framework of ESG. Flexible packaging has gain popularity due to its low environmental impact. ZACROS recently introduced monomaterial packaging series called MONOSOLUTIONS™. The MONOSOLUTIONS™ series product line includes sachet, Flowpack, spout…
Read MoreZACROS Monomaterial Flowpack as a PACK EXPO Technology Excellence Award Finalist
An innovative sustainable liquid flexible packaging solution ZACROS AMERICA, INC., has been notified by PACK EXPO that its latest mono-material flexible pouch is a finalist in the 2021 Pack Expo Technology Excellence Awards Personal Care/Pharma category. The competition recognizes the newest innovative technology that has not previously been shown at a PACK EXPO. Monomaterial…
Read MoreThings to Consider Before Adopting PCR
PCR plastic is a sustainable packaging solution currently gaining traction in the pursuit of limiting the environmental impacts of product waste. Many global leading brand owners have announced their sustainability commitments to incorporate PCR plastics by 2025-2030. Before adopting this solution, you should consider the challenges you might face with PCR. PCR is not a…
Read MorePrice Increase Announcement
Dear Valued Customers, This notice is to inform you that, effective August 1, 2021, pricing for all cartons, knock-down cubes and assemblies will be increased, due to the continuing increase in cost for materials. This increase will apply to any order shipping on or after 8/1/2021. We thank you for your continued partnership and…
Read MoreCap Supply and Foil Cap Change Announcement
Dear Valued Customer, This letter is pursuant to the notification sent on May 19, 2021 regarding a disruption to the supply of 38-400 SPI closures from our supplier, Berry Plastics. As previously stated, Berry Plastics supply issues are the result of a shortage of the polypropylene resin used in the manufacture of the cap…
Read More3 steps to get closer to be a sustainable brand with packaging
With the increasing consumers’ environmental awareness, brands are putting more effort into becoming more sustainable companies. While it is difficult to change the product itself, the packaging, on the other hand, is more flexible to adjust. Therefore, product packaging became a critical sustainability point for many brands. Despite hygiene and safety being the main focuses…
Read More4 Reasons to Choose Flexible Refill Package
A flexible refill package is getting more attention since the COVID-19 changed the consumers purchasing behavior significantly. As more consumers purchase products online, this might be a good time for you to consider switching your packaging to a flexible refill packaging. The refill package is not only for soap or lotion but for various food…
Read MorePolyethylene Force Majeure Notice
Dear Valued Customer, This letter is to inform you of the polyethylene Force Majeure notice received from our vendor. Due to the devastating effects of the winter storms in TX, there is a heavy ongoing strain on resin supplies throughout the industry. ZACROS AMERICA has been working diligently to source a continuous supply for…
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