Are you against single-use plastics? The yearly global plastic production has reached over 400 million tons and is expected to grow to 35 billion tons by 2050 and it is no surprise. They have created a huge challenge to our environment. Now, the Packaging industry is often criticized for overusing plastics due to their practices such as excessive Packaging, single-use Packaging and utilizing plastics for aesthetic reasons at the cost of sustainability. Therefore, the Packaging industries are coming up with new technologies and innovations that emphasize sustainability. If you are following the trends and updates regarding the adoption of circular economy in the plastic industry, you should continue reading this article. Let’s begin.

Inclination towards sustainability practices:

Plastics are simply inevitable in the Packaging sector. Since plastics provide excellent barriers against moisture, oxygen, and contaminants they keep the food fresh and safe. Also, plastics allow companies to create visually appealing Packaging for their products such as vibrant graphics, and other elements for branding purposes.

Companies worldwide, especially Indian Packaging industries have come up with innovative and sustainable Packaging solutions or mitigation strategies such as minimalist Packaging, smart Packaging, reducing the amount of plastics, leveraging transparency tracking down the progress and driving with accountability.

Since the awareness among consumers towards sustainable solutions is growing, companies want to showcase themselves as environmentally responsible and their sustainable practices to attract customers.

IML technology in the Packaging industry:

You can’t keep the image of the eye-catching labels of your favourite beverage or the outer Packaging box of a new appliance from your favourite brand. If you have the habit of reusing those plastic containers for kitchen or utility purposes, you may notice that these labels stay there in the plastic containers longer than usual. These labels carry the mark of innovation from Mold – Tek Packaging Ltd. For a long time, Mold- Tek has been the silent sculptor who worked for the branding of these food and beverage companies.

Mold-Tek Packaging Ltd. have earned the trust of the leading industry leaders from household brands to big giants. Every industry relies on the expertise demonstrated over the years. The IML technology developed by Mold-Tek Packaging Ltd. Protects the product and ticks the aesthetical requirements while focusing on sustainable practices.

What is IML technology? IML technique the pre-printed labels are placed into the mold before even inserting the plastics, after that the plastics are injected into the mold which allows the encapsulation of the product with the label. The process typically is done in three different ways such as injection moulding, blow moulding and thermoforming, but the idea remains the same. Therefore, the technology made high-quality labelling and branding possible most sustainably.

Steps involved in the IML process:
 

Growth of IML printing technology:

The market value of IMP printing technology was at USD 407 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 914.2 million by 2030 with a CAGR of 12.0%. Since the cutting-edge Packaging method is both aesthetically pleasing and long-lasting, they are preferred by several sectors including consumer products, cosmetics, medicines, food industries and significant others.

IML labels act as an excellent barrier against UV light, chemicals and moisture, therefore the labels serve as good protectors and ensure the integrity and freshness of the contents inside the container, especially food.

The performance and longevity of the IML labels are further enhanced by the incorporation of new materials and adhesives.

The Packaging industry is immensely driven by consumer demand for environmentally responsible products and technologies that reduce the environmental footprint. There are several advancements in the Packaging industry and IML technology stands as a representation of all of these innovations. Overall, IML technology and sustainable practices are shaping the future of the Packaging industry and paving the way for a more sustainable and responsible future.