Retortable mono-material laminates – Barrier is key
Friday, 18. September 2026 – Start 13:30
The development of recyclable, high-performance packaging solutions is one of the central challenges facing the flexible packaging industry. In particular, retort applications demand materials that can withstand extreme thermal and mechanical stress while maintaining product safety, shelf life, and quality.
Mono-material laminates are widely regarded as a promising pathway toward improved recyclability. However, achieving the necessary barrier properties for sterilization processes remains a critical hurdle. The interplay between oxygen, moisture, and aroma barriers—combined with the impact of retort conditions—requires in-depth material understanding and innovative design strategies.
This Inno-Talk brings together industry experts to explore the latest developments in retortable mono-material laminates. The focus is on practical solutions, material innovations, and realistic pathways to combine recyclability with high barrier performance.
Participants will gain insights into:
– Current material solutions and their limitations
– The role of barrier layers and coatings in mono-material structures
– Market trends and regulatory drivers shaping future developments
Join us for a focused exchange of ideas, experience, and practical approaches to one of the most demanding applications in flexible packaging.
Flexpack recyclingfähig bedrucken – Zwischen Wunsch und Wirklichkeit
Friday, 16. October 2026 – Start 13:30
Das Bedrucken flexibler Verpackungen wird zunehmend zur Nachhaltigkeitsübung. Die Druckfarben müssen stabil gegen aggressive Füllgüter, Bewirtung und mechanische Beanspruchung sein. Eine brillante Farbwiedergabe und ein gutes Druckbild sind dabei Pflicht. Die neue Kür heißt, die Recyclingfähigkeit sicherzustellen. Wie das unter anderem mit Polyurethan Druckfarben realisiert wird, besprechen wir in diesem Inno Talk. Welche Hürden es dabei noch zu nehmen gilt, besprechen wir in diesem Inno Talk.
