Packaging materials: projects and case studies

Vacuum bags

PA/PE side-seal bags, standard bags – Various thicknesses. – Various colours such as gold, silver or metallic red.– Many other colours also available. Side-seam bags are easy to open . They feature a notch to allow the bag to be torn open easily. KB bags : Bags designed for ham production in the ham mould. This bag has a special base and is made to fit the mould exactly. Minimal moisture loss due to jelly and optimal meat adhesion thanks to the material used. An ideal improvement on using a loose sheet of film. Here too, the colours gold, silver, black, green, red and metallic are available. Sous-vide bags Heat to 121 degrees Celsius. Stand-up pouches With or without a zip closure. Pole bags Developed for the slicing industry; to meet the need for long products and therefore extra-long bags. Cooking bags for cooking in the packaging at temperatures between 80 degrees Celsius and 90 degrees Celsius. Shrink bags Various sizes. Hibassk® bags : These bags are made from our patented Hibassk® film. Specially developed to ensure an ideal meat colour and a long shelf life.

A. van den Broek · Waalwijk

Sample rolls

In many cases, we cut the film to size ourselves. Van den Broek Packaging operates a number of in-house cutting machines. This enables us to deliver quickly in urgent cases. Furthermore, cutting sample rolls is much quicker than ordering them from a manufacturer. In many cases, carrying out a test is the starting point for the launch of a new product and therefore your first introduction to Van den Broek Packaging as your potential film supplier.

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Interleavers

Interleavers are used as separators for products such as cheese or cold meats. They are supplied on rolls, to be used as a fully integrated part of the process in, for example, the Weber slicing system; so, whilst the cheese is being sliced, the paper sheets are cut at the same time and placed between the slices. The material is made of paper suitable for use in the food industry, for well-known retailers as well as suppliers in the healthcare sector.

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Hibassk thermoformed film & vacuum bags

This unique film was developed and patented by Van den Broek Packaging itself. The film is particularly effective when vacuum-packing beef, for example, whether cut into technical cuts or portioned. The starting point for this development was the beef industry, which was facing significant discolouration issues, initially in the export market. Nowadays, more and more off-cuts are being portioned for the catering sector. In particular, the more expensive cuts, sourced from South American off-cuts, are highly susceptible to colour changes. This film minimises complaints about discolouration. In addition to colour retention, this film has a high oxygen barrier, which significantly extends the best-before date. Another major advantage is the reduction in moisture loss; this keeps the packaging looking better and means the moisture is less likely to cause bacterial growth. This therefore also offers opportunities for fresh or semi-fresh meat products such as roast beef. In practice, it has also been found that, after opening the packaging, the smell of the meat is immediately noticeably fresher than when opening packaging made with standard films, where a musty odour is often noticeable immediately upon opening. Hibassk® can also be used for cooking processes. Hibassk® is mainly formed on a thermoforming machine, but can also be used as pouches. In summary, Hibassk® offers the following advantages: colour retention longer best-before date less musty odour when opening the packaging less moisture around the product inside the packaging Hibassk® is also suitable for the increasingly popular skin packaging.

A. van den Broek · Waalwijk

Flowpack film

Van den Broek Packaging supplies film for both horizontal and vertical flow-packers. As is often the case, several types and thicknesses of film are available. Clear OPP film or PP film with various oxygen barriers, with or without an anti-fog coating. Flow-pack film with PE as the sealing medium, which may also feature a quick-seal layer (sometimes necessary when packaging heavy products using a vertical flow-packer). Film is also available for filling hot liquid products.

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Topseal film

Van den Broek Packaging supplies film for all types of trays using the following sealing materials: PP (for so-called PP trays), PE (usually for rigid trays but also for foam trays), trays without a sealing medium (APET or C-PET trays) and, finally, aluminium trays. All of these are available as bulk packaging or consumer packaging. The film available comes in a number of key variations: – anti-condensation film– peelable film– various oxygen barriers– microwave-safe “microwaveable” – oven-safe– printed film, both flexographic and rotogravure

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Rigid thermoformed film

In almost all cases, rigid film is used as the bottom layer. Rigid film is only suitable for gas-flushed packaging. Examples include packaging for diced bacon and sliced cheese. Examples of rigid thermoformed film include APET, with PE as the sealing medium. APET can be produced with a high EVOH oxygen barrier or with a peelable layer. In these cases, the top film is not rigid, but flexible and clear. Several variations are possible in this configuration. A rigid top film is also possible in some cases.

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Flexible thermoforming film

Some combinations available from Van den Broek Packaging: Standard PA/PE film with a standard PA oxygen barrier and the usual PE as the sealing layer. Film with a high oxygen barrier, such as PA/PE/EVOH/PE, but with the standard PE sealing layer. This ensures the product has the longest possible shelf life. Film with a standard or high oxygen barrier and high puncture resistance for sharp products, such as spare ribs, pork chops, drumsticks and the like. Film that is resistant to high temperatures, intended for products that are cooked in the packaging; various types of film are available for temperatures ranging from 75 to 120 degrees Celsius. Film with an alternative sealing medium, Surlyn, for cases where excellent adhesion is required. There are also options to customise various variants of the PE sealing medium.

A. van den Broek · Waalwijk

Rim extensions – Foldable wooden frames

Pallet collars, also known as pallet rims, are a clever innovation designed for the storage of products on pallets. Pallet collars are collapsible wooden frames that are easy to fit onto standard pallets measuring 60×80, 80×120 and 100×120. With pallet collars, you can easily turn your pallet into a crate or box, ensuring your goods or products are securely packed during transport. Need advice on choosing the right pallet collars? We’d be happy to get in touch with you Product variants: new and used 60×80 80×120 100×120

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Plastic Pallets

Plastic pallets are often used in the food processing industry, where hygiene is of the utmost importance. These plastic pallets come in all shapes and sizes. The advantage of plastic pallets is that they are all identical and can be cleaned easily.

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Display pallets

Display pallets are lightweight pallets available in various designs. These pallets are often used for transporting small packages and products. A display pallet can be moved quickly and easily and is suitable for any hand pallet truck. Product variants: new and used 40×60 60×80 80×100 100×100

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Custom-made pallets

Can’t find the size you’re looking for amongst our products? Zoethout Pallets can produce pallets to customers’ specifications, in both large and small batches. Our sales adviser will be happy to assist you and provide you with expert advice. Product variants Number of top boards Number of planks in the middle Number of bottom slats Type of wood Thickness of the planks Number of blocks Type of blocks Thickness of the blocks Number of nails HT treatment

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Chemical pallets

CP stands for Chemical Pallet. These pallets are available in nine different designs and were originally developed for use by the European chemical and plastics industries. It is a robust, high-quality pallet, which is why the Chemical Pallet is also popular in other industries. Product variants: new and used CP-1 100×120 CP-2 80×120 CP-3 114×114 CP-4 110×130 CP-5 76×114 CP-6 100×120 CP-7 110×130 CP-8 114×114 CP-9 114×114

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Euro pallets

Euro pallets are the most commonly used pallets in Europe; they are sturdy wooden pallets (ISPM-15) that meet the quality requirements and specifications laid down by the European Pallet Association (EPAL). Originally, the pallet measured 80 x 120 centimetres and had a load capacity of 1,500 kilograms; over the years, the EPAL organisation has added several different sizes to its range. 80 x 120 (New) 100 x 120 (New) Product variants used Grade A B-grade C-class

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Block pallets

Block pallets are very common pallets available in various sizes; the name derives from the blocks (bollards) located beneath the pallet. A block pallet consists of a top deck with 5 to 9 deck slats, 9 blocks and an open or continuous bottom deck. Block pallets are used in all sorts of different businesses and are therefore one of the most common types of pallet. 80 x 120 5 slats 80 x 120 6/7 slats 80 x 120 (semi) 80 x 120 (heavy-duty) 100 x 120 5 slats 100 x 120 6/7 lats 100 x 120 (semi) 100 x 120 (heavy) 100 x 120 (medium circuit) 100 x 120 (heavy circuit) Available new and second-hand.

Zoethout Pallets · Katwijk