Camvac, a supplier of metallised and transparent barrier films and laminates, has launched its latest product, Camfoil. Developed as a multi-layered metallised laminate, Camfoil delivers the light, moisture and gas barrier that maintains high performance throughout the complete supply chain.
Created as an alternative to aluminium foil, Camfoil offers all the same functionality and removes many of its weaknesses, making this new innovation perfect for multiple flexible packaging applications. The material has also been specifically engineered for its heat seal characteristics – the film is tailored to heat seal through contamination making it ideal for powdered products such as milk and infant formula, protein and whey powders. It’s also suitable for foodstuffs such as peanuts and other snacks that require robust light and gas barriers.
Typical consumer end applications for Camfoil include bags, sachets, pouches and lidding film for products as wide-ranging as dry food, dry powder packaging and bulk shipment of high oxygen and moisture-sensitive products – including household cleaning products. Camfoil is available as a triplex extreme barrier laminate for further conversion downstream, and Camvac can supply a print-receptive finished goods laminate with a range of sealant webs, including PE, PET, CPP and OPP.
Camvac’s Director of Product Development, Gary Chalkley, explained: “Camfoil removes the risk of pin-holing while providing a gas and water vapour barrier and providing the potential to extend product shelf-life. It’s suitable for extreme applications, for example vacuum insulation panels that contain silica or liquid cleaning products, as well as regular and powdered foodstuffs.”
Products are transported daily in flexible foil packaging, meaning they could be at risk if their packaging is damaged, incorrectly handled or low quality. Goods will stay fresh and usable for longer, offering greater value for money, and the product is compatible with existing packaging machinery.
