Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has launched kp Evolve Fish Boards, a solution designed for vacuum skin packaging (VSP) applications for processed fish. The manufacturer states that the boards use a mono-material PET construction, intended to facilitate recycling within established PET recycling streams. According to the company, the product can contain up to 100% recycled content, which is positioned as helping brands align with evolving regulatory requirements.
Kp also highlights a weight-reduction aspect compared with alternative solutions, which is intended to translate into a lower carbon impact. The announcement states that the mono-material construction can reduce EPR fees to a minimum in most European countries. The company also points to an open-flap design that is intended to maximise pallet efficiency and improve logistics performance.
In terms of VSP requirements, kp reports strong vacuum-skin performance and good shelf clarity. The boards are described as fully recyclable in established PET streams, and the company positions them as a solution for processed fish applications.
A key design element is kp Zapora retention-chamber geometry, described by the manufacturer as advanced. It is intended to replace the need for absorbent pads and adhesives. The system is designed to guide any released juices away from the product surface into dedicated micro-vacuum retention zones, helping to prevent liquid build-up and reduce the risk of leakage during distribution and handling.
Paul Rawlings, Launch Manager at kp Food Packaging, commented: "kp Evolve Fish Boards are engineered for smooth runs on high-speed automated packing lines thanks to the board’s central section, which enhances overall strength and processing efficiency. Available in a wide range of sizes, the boards meet UK and EU design-for-recycling requirements. And when brands choose to include kp Tray2Tray recycled PET, the solution supports a closed-loop system for food trays."
The statement continued: "For brands looking to advance their sustainability commitments and reduce environmental impact without compromising on performance, kp Evolve Fish Boards offer an effective and commercially ready solution."
The company also points to consumer handling. Thanks to the design features, the fish can be lifted cleanly out of the pack without mess or clean-up. After use, the pack can be rinsed and recycled via established PET recycling systems.
