ProActive Recyclable

The ProActive Recyclable R-2000 series is a patented PE-based high performance recyclable film. R-2000D is engineered to maintain packaging speeds on form/fill/seal equipment. This recyclable film offers a low seal initiation temperature while creating hermetic seals. The R-2000 series has very high clarity, very good drop strength, and excellent directional tear without the need for scoring.

R-2000D

The R-2000D is intended for dry product applications and is available with a standard, high, or ultra-high barrier to protect moisture and oxygen-sensitive products.  The standard and high-barrier offerings are pre-qualified for store drop-off in North America.

Features and benefits:

• Superior heat resistance for optimal filling speeds and a wide operating window on filling lines
• Excellent ink protection to withstand even the most rigorous distribution chains
• High stiffness for enhanced shelf-presence
• Increased resistance to dimpling vs. non-laminated structures

R-2100

R-2100 has the same features and benefits as R-2000D but with the added benefit of enhanced puncture resistance. This product is suited for dry product applications like pet treats or salty snacks.

R-2000F

ProActive Recyclable R-2000F is a recyclable film with superior heat resistance designed for frozen food packaging. Using a patent-pending laminated construction, R-2000F is available in rollstock for vertical or horizontal form/fill/seal applications, rollstock with a pre-applied recyclable INNO-LOK® zipper or pre-made pouches with recyclable zippers. Great for frozen fruit, vegetables, potatoes, snacks, appetizers and seafood.

R-2000S

ProActive Recyclable R-2000S is a polyethylene-based film fulfills the market need for a recyclable packaging option that withstands the demands of a microwave heating environment. R-2000S provides superior seal integrity and thermal and dimensional stability for non-fat vegetables. A patent-pending film, R-2000S runs on high-speed form/fill/seal equipment and is pre-qualified for store drop-off recycling.

ProActive Recyclable R-1000 polyethylene-based recyclable film formulation designed to overcome the challenges faced by form/fill/seal operations of recyclable structures.  Designed specifically to reduce seal bar gumming and burn-through, R-1000 will run faster on form/fill/seal machines than standard polyethylene films.  In addition, R-1000 has the stiffness and caulkability necessary to create the high-quality pouches your product deserves. 

ProActive Recyclable R-1000 is pre-qualified for in-store drop-off in North America.

Available in rollstock or rollstock with a pre-applied recyclable INNO-LOK® zipper. Great for nuts, granola, confectionary, salty snacks, and trail mix.

ProActive Recyclable® R-2200D Easy-PeelOpen offers consumers a hassle-free opening experience with optimum peelable sealant technology. It is available in three barrier platforms; standard barrier, high barrier, and ultra-high barrier, all of which are pre-qualified for store drop off recycling. This patent-pending, high-performance polyethylene based recyclable film is available in rollstock. It is specifically designed to run at high-speed form/fill/sealing equipment.

• R-2200D Easy-Peel Open sealant technology allows for a clean opening experience for consumers
• Pre-qualified for store drop-off  recycling
• Superior heat resistance ideal for high-speed filling
• Very high clarity for optimal product visibility
• A range of barrier properties available to suit even the most sensitive products
• Available in high puncture resistance structures
• Available in gloss or registered matte

Paper Structures for Pet Food

PRO-EVO® is a curbside recyclable multiwall SOS bag.  It is comprised of two platforms, both designed to meet US recyclability requirements.  The resulting package is the perfect solution for pet care applications.

Features & Benefits

• Successfully passed recyclability testing and is pre-qualified for curbside recycling in the US
• Outstanding shelf presence with flat bottom for stability
• Exceptional grease resistance
• Fills on standard SOS filing equipment
• HD flexographic printing
• Excellent drop resistance
• Up to 6.3 lb fill weight

Available Platforms

• PRO-EVO recyclable AP:  all - paper construction, standard barrier
• PRO-EVO Recyclable FL:  paper/film construction, higher moisture barrier

ProActive Recyclable R-500F is a PE-based recyclable film designed with higher stiffness for better shelf presence in frozen food packaging applications. Optimized to run on vertical form/fill/seal equipment, including stand-up pouch and bottom gusset formats, it provides ideal protection during cold chain distribution.

RP-1000 is the first in a series of curbside recyclable paper-based packaging solutions that are heat-sealable with good moisture barrier and excellent directional tear properties.  An ideal replacement for conventional multi-material laminates, RP-1000 is suited for frozen food applications such as ready-to-eat meals and vegetables and some dry foods. Pre-qualified for curbside recycling, RP-1000 can be recycled in both paper and mixed streams. 

RP-1000 series are available in rollstock, stand up, and three-side seal pouch formats. Using ProAmpac’s award-winning high definition (HD) flexographic printed graphics, RP-1000 is available in natural kraft or bleached versions for brand elevation and customization. 

ProActive Recyclable® RP-1000HB is a paper based high oxygen and moisture barrier structure with excellent grease resistance.. The novel material offers superior heat resistance for optimal filling speeds and a wide operating window on filling lines. Available in bleached paper for exceptional printability to allow for brand elevation and customization. RP-1000HB is pre-qualified for curbside recycling through existing paper streams.

Features and Benefits

• Excellent oxygen barrier (< 0.1 cc/100in /day @ 23ºC @ 50% RH)
• Excellent grease resistance
• Great moisture barrier (< 1 gr/100in /day 23ºC @ 85% RH)
• Excellent seal properties designed for maintaining high speeds on FFS equipment
• Curbside recyclable for enhanced user convenience

Available Formats

• Rollstock for horizontal, vertical and flow wrap form/fill/seal applications

Whether you are packaging dry food, treats, or other pet care products, ProAmpac offers a customized recyclable solution with our ProActive Recyclable® Pouches.

ProActive Recyclable® Pouches are designed to be a drop-in replacement for conventional films. Designed with unique performance characteristics, these pouches are available premade or as rollstock that has been proven to run at high speeds on form/fill/seal equipment.

Recyclable Options:

ProActive Recyclable R-2000D Series

R-2000D is a patent-pending polyethylene-based structure designed to replace conventional multi-material laminates. Available in standard, high barrier and ultra-high-barrier R-2000D extends the shelf-life of dry products. Both standard and high-barrier platforms have been tested and pre-qualified for polyethylene store-drop-off recycling.

R-2000D offers oustanding clarity, high drop resistance, excellent stiffness and dimpling resistance for a premium shelf appearance. It provides clean directional tear without the need for laser scoring. The R-2050D variant is available in both North America and Europe.

R-2100 offers the same great features of R-2000D with the addition of improved puncture resistance for treats or other products with harder edges.

• ProActive Recyclable R-4000 film is a polypropylene-based material formulated to overcome the challenges typically faced when using recyclable structures. R-4000 combines the heat resistance, scuff resistance and stiffness required to make high-quality pouches. ProActive Recyclable R-4000 is considered a recycle ready structure