US firm Exxonmobil Chemical has innovated a new range of films for labels and wraps to cater to industries that require high performance films such as the growing frozen and snacks food market.

Starting off with innovating films for labels that also adhere to recycling standards, Label-Lyte 50TD200 is designed with low density for easier flotation separation of the label from bottles in support of PET bottle-to-bottle recycling (where available). It also provides on-bottle shrinkage. Shrink sleeve film Label-Lyte is ideal for customers requiring transverse-direction (TD) shrink sleeve labels for food, beverage, healthcare and other consumer goods applications.

Describing one of the unique features of the film, Kevin Frydryk, global labels film market development manager, ExxonMobil said, “Demand for closed-loop recycling of PET bottles is driving a desire for low density TD shrink sleeve label materials that facilitate label flotation separation from the container."

Moreover, the 50 micron film provides on-bottle shrinkage of up to 50%, that allows creative, full-package decoration of complex containers such as contoured plastic bottles, aluminum and steel cans, aerosols and curved glass for unique branding.

When compared to 50 m PET and OPS (oriented polystyrene), Label-Lyte weighs less and consumes less energy during usage and production, whilst at the same time emits less greenhouse gas. It also offers a lower density (0.9 g/cc) than commonly used TD shrink materials,

Ideal too for high-speed labelling and shows consistent slip for efficient labeling performance, the film is compatible to most inks and gives a high print definition quality. It uses most common solvent seaming methods and materials, and can be formed to the container using steam and hot air shrink systems.

(PRA)

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