Flexible Packaging Innovation and Trends

Flexible Packaging Innovation and Trends. 9 -SEPT-2022.

Outline. 1. Introduction / Opening Meeting 15 mins (9:30am -9:45am) 2. UGEC Presentation 15 mins (9:45am-10:00am) Company Profile Capability and Capacity Product lines Packaging design, Trends and UGEC New technology 20 mins (10:00am-10:20am) Product Testing/ Packaging Integrity Testing 10 mins (10:20am-10:30am) Packaging Formats Retort Pouches Vacuum Pouches/ 3 Side Seal Pouch Stand Up Pouch Plant Tour 45 mins ( 10:30am-11:15am) Q &A 30 mins ( 11:15am-11:45am).

Packaging Design , Trends and UGEC New technology.

Risk and opportunities. Packaging Design Features and Format Innovation, Environmentally Friendly and Sustainable Features Business and Cost Model Customized Business and Cost Model Design Innovation.

Packaging basics & current trends.

Packaging Relevant Functions. 0 E Active Packaging Protection Preservation Futu•tiats of Packaging Communication Marketing Intelligent Packaging.

From Brand Owner’s Perspective Brand Awareness Product Identification, Preservation and Protection From Designer’ s/ Development Perspective Shape/ Format Adequate materials substrate From a Printer / Converter’ s Perspective High quality printing and converting Fast job change over Attraction Differentiation Cost Reduction/ Effectiveness Legislation/ Regulation Compliance Printing and Converting Quality and Consistency Added Value Considerations to processes High Efficiency Adaptable to end-user’s machine Waste reduction Value added processes.

Market Requirements & Applications :. Product Protection Machine / Packing Efficiency Zero Waste Lowest Unit Price Shelf-life Shelf-appeal Added Functions Sustainability.

Shelf- Stability Product Characteristics Mode of Deterioration Method of Preservation.

Protection and Preservation. Tamper evident packaging Anti-counterfeit features Barrier resistance Protection from various substances against physical , chemical, biological deterioration, as well as from its environment..

Physical Caking Chemical Discoloration Non-enzymatic Browning Biological Microbiological Enzymatic Insect Infestation Oxidation (E.g. Rancidity) Breakage Crystallization Change in Texture.

Know product distribution needs. Climatic Environment Water and water vapor Physical Environment Warehouse storage Biological Environment Environment in which the package interacts with pests Distribution Light (UV) Dust Effects of Heat or Cold.

IF USING A Re-use Model.

Refill at Home Users refill their re-usable container at Home Return Packaging Returned to Business Return on the go Users return the packaging at a store or drop-off point (Eg. Deposit return machine or mail box concept) Refill on the go Users refill their reusable container away from home (Eg. At in-store dispensing system) Refills delivery thru subscription service.

Re-use Design Features. Re-use Considerations Consumer Safety Cleaning/ washing environmental footprint Collection logistics Material Health.

Convenience. “ The p ackage should be simple to hold, open and use by the end-user or consumer”.

Communication. Silent Salesman Labeling Requirements (AO #2014-0030) Controlled and efficient warehouse and distribution activities..

POUCHES and BAGS. PRODUCTION CONSIDERATIONS- POUCHES AND BAGS • • • • Sealing Type Machine Type Flatness of Pouch Outside Slip Inside Slip Position of Zippers/Holes Zippers Open or Closed? Bottom Gusset Opening Optimal Production Line Times & Least Wastage.

COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING. Branding and Communication Fails... Designs too similar to competitors • Colour inconsistencies • Poor barcode and information placement Product showing through the pouch.

Other CONSIDERATIONS. How Time and Temperature Impact Food When developing a flexible packaging design for a product, understanding the conditions of the products manufacture and storage are factors to consider to ensure food safety. • Heat Conditions (Hot Fill, Retort, (h)king, Storage of Product) • Cool Conditions (Fridge, Freezer safe) • Shelf Life Length Jasmine eg bles, oeen bsrle,•.

Food Behaviours and Food Safety- Examples Knowing food behaviours and following correct processes are vital to ensure none of these issues occur with products either before, during, or after packing! Delamination from oil seep Product showing through pouch after retort process Blue cracks indicate break in the SIOX after Retorting.

Minimising Issues: Choosing the correct film combinations Choosing the right material density Obtaining the right gauge • Obtaining the right weight distribution • Using quality manufacturers & suppliers Quality Control and Lab Testing!! 0.

THE FUTURE OF FLEXIBLE PACKAGING.

Intelligent Packaging Active Packaging Smart Packaging Sustainable Packaging.

Optimizing Packaging : 8R approach. Remove Recycle Renewable Reuse Redesign Reduce Refuse Repurpose.

CONSUMER EXPERIENCE PACKAGING. LOOKING AT PACKAGING TRENDS THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCE WITH FLEXIBLES A variety of technologies and finishes for current flexibles create vibrant packaging Formats that are appealing to consumers and evoke their senses! TOUCH SIGHT SOUND SMELL.

HOW IS ugec MOVING WITH THE TREND?. Swmr jupø5.

Systems review and improvement.

Ideation 1 Target Market Business Case/ Scoping 2 Segment and Scope Development 3 Development Strategy Pilot, Testing and Validation 4 Launch Production of Mock-up, Small Volume, Batch Trial Runs Existing Product Evaluation Supply Network / Studies (Supplier, Market/ Client) Anticipated Sales/ Growth Potential Client Requirements, Pain Points / Problems Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Anticipated Sales/ Potential Other Due Diligence Readiness for Commercial (RM, Timings, Sales Forecast) Standardization (Specs, ERP Set-up, BOM Finalization) QA/ QC Checks / Approved Standards (HACCP Studies, Mandatories) Final Costing Assessment Product Launch Internal Assessment of Product Quality, Process Efficiency and Productivity, Parameters and Controls for Reproducibility and Repeatability Client Reports/ Approvals Trial Protocols Resource Readiness Timings Change Management Process DOE Client Sign-offs Documented Information.

1 Characterize product 2 Check Available Packaging facilities 3 Characterize target market 4 Choose appropriate packaging materials 5 Optimize handling/ logistics/ supply chain processes 6 Test your packaging.

Analyze full range of packaging Are specs “one size fits all” ? Is it under or over specs? Analyze full range of products Are product testing covered? Are additional product testing done (when exposed to oxygen, light, moisture, Nitrogen, aroma) Confirming specific considerations Are product / production needs covered? Are Shelf-life and stability studies covered? Are ingredients interactions confirmed / covered?.

Technology upgrade.

Material Feedstock Processing Methods/ Technology Sustainable/ Green Packaging.

Challenges ahead.

From Sustainability Implementation to Possible Food Safety Issues Unavailable EPR IRR Cost Impact.

Product and Environmental Safety. Challenges Ahead ……...

What’s Next?.

Ideation Green Packaging for Laminates Optimized Packaging Laminates and applicable business models Business Case/ Scoping Century Pacific Products Dry and Frozen Foods Retort packaging.

a. Lightweight Laminates/ Optimized layering b. Monomaterial Laminates (PET, PE, PP) c. High Barrier films for longer shelf-life Biodegradable Laminates/ Use of Renewable Materials Paper-based.

Set # Description Scope Set 1A Light weighting/ Optimized Laminates Set 1B Mono-material Laminates Set 1C High Barrier Films Set 2 Biodegradable Laminates/ Renewable Material Sources Bio-PET/ Bio-PE Starch-based PHA/ PLA Set 3 Paper-based Laminates.

Reduction of Plastic Foot print Higher material yield Production source of recyclable materials for repurposing. Longer Shelf-life using high barrier films.

Reduction of Plastic Foot print Lower GHG emissions (109% less) , lower fossil fuel consumption (79% less) Mostly biodegradable= decrease in waste generation.

Renewable material types. Bio-PET/ PE Partially or completely bio-based, non-biodegradable; Starch-based Bio-based, Biodegradable Properties : Transparent, edible , poor mechanical properties, poor barrier; PHA Bio-based, Biodegradable PLA Bio-based, Biodegradable Feedstocks: Starch, Corn, Sugar Cane Properties : Transparent, rigid, low heat resistance, low barrier Feedstocks: Starch, Corn, Sugar, Biomass Properties: Opaque, rigid to elastomeric, good heat resistance and barrier properties , Higher production cost. Feedstocks: Starch, corn, sugar cane Feedstocks: Sugar cane, molasses, vegetables oils, Properties: Comparable to conventional plastics, easy processing..

No Plastic Foot print Sustainably sourced materials (From protected forest) Minimum barrier property, with heat sealability ..

UGEC Green Packaging Initiatives.

UGECORP Green Packaging Innovation Options : Ready for Test Trial Runs.

2 Packaging with degradable material Paper-based Biodegradable films.

Packaging with Optimized material structure/ layers.

Commercial Terms/unique offerings Bundled Pricing Scheme Freemium vs Premium Cost offerings Sustainable Products / Service Green Packaging Formats Closed loop product offerings Cost Leadership model Flexible Pricing model VMI warehouse Customization and integrated product offerings.

The Future :. AIP The Future of Flexibles THE BARRIER TO INNOVATION IS A LACK OF IMAGINATION.