There is a big change in the packaging industry of 2021. Skilled labor shortages in some regions, coupled with unprecedented price increases for paper, cardboard and flexible substrates, many unexpected challenges will be arising.
Labels and flexible packaging character: digitalization and sustainability
It can be described labels and flexible packaging in 2021 with two words: digitalization and sustainability. With one-stop solutions combing with multifunctional digital printing systems, label business have achieved great growth. In the digital field, Great progress has been made in inkjet technology,Because it provides high quality, high -productivity and low operating costs. however, the label market remains a melting pots of different technologies, each kind is suitable for a specific application. All processors are facing a rise in the short term, They are looking for more automation, especially lack of manpower. It become more complex based on cost rising. The entire market faces the problem“plastic recycling dilemma”in the flexible packaging field. Both recyclability and food compatibility are high priority topics.There is a strong demand for new high barrier and single material solutions, and even for paper metallic solution.
And a great demand from E-commerce home delivery and home-prepared food. The highest growth rates are in stand-up pouches, flow packs and single-serve packs, The industry is growing at a steady rate, but is cautious about the impact of the new regulations on plastic production.
The entire packaging industry is looking for a new “sustainable face”. In order to reduce environmental and transport impacts, some folding carton and glass manufacturers are turning to the plastic field, Meanwhile some flexible packaging is moving towards paper packaging.But the biggest trend is moving from multi-material packaging to single-material solution, it will be competitive when increasing the use of bioplastic materials and recycled films.
Post time: Feb-16-2022
