Recyclable mono PET boards for VSP fish applications

Recyclable mono PET boards for VSP fish applications, engineered for efficiency, hygiene and sustainability

We’re committed to advancing circularity by prioritising post-consumer recycled content in our packaging - helping customers meet regulatory requirements and achieve EPR goals.

Introducing kp Evolve^® Fish Boards, recyclable mono PET boards for VSP fish applications.

kp Evolve^® VSP Fish Boards combine a high‑performance mono PET structure with integrated drip‑retention chambers that capture excess moisture to deliver a cleaner, more appealing product presentation.

As recyclable mono PET boards for VSP fish applications, they offer strong vacuum‑skin performance, excellent shelf clarity, and compatibility with established PET recycling systems. This delivers a dependable solution that enhances product quality, supports hygiene across the supply chain, and improves operational efficiency for both processers and retailers.

How it works

kp Evolve^® Fish Boards, recyclable mono PET boards for VSP fish applications use kp Zapora^® advanced retention-chamber geometry to ensure that any released juices are guided away from the product surface and held securely within the board structure. This prevents liquid building up, maintaining an attractive appearance, and reduces the risk of leakage throughout distribution and handling.

Advanced product design features:

1. The central section of the board incorporates engineered dips that enhance board strength, support smooth running on high‑speed automated packing lines, and contribute to a clean and consistent pack appearance.
   
   
2. The flat central platform is designed for reliable automatic suction‑cup denesting, helping maintain line efficiency.
   
   
3. Micro‑vacuum channels direct released juices into the dedicated retention zones, ensuring the product surface stays clean.
   
   
4. Half‑moon cuts are precisely profiled into the trim to reduce the risk of damage to the outer vacuum film during sealing.
   
   
5. To maximise logistics efficiency, boards are supplied with open flaps, increasing the number of boards per pallet and reducing transportation impact.
   
   
6. When closed, the outer rim forms a continuous perimeter, adding rigidity and structural stability.
   
   
7. These flaps then fold over the vacuum chamber to protect the product and prevent damage during handling.
   
   
8. kp Zapora^® features provide head of vacuum and additional space for captured juices, supporting consistent vacuum formation and improved product integrity.
   
   
9. The reinforced outer rim further strengthens the board, aids product placement, and enhances the overall presentation of the packed fish.

Benefits: 

Packer/Processor Benefits: 

• Contains up to 100% recycled content, avoiding Plastic Packaging Tax in applicable markets.
• Designed to run smoothly on high‑speed automated packing lines.
• Transport-efficient format maximises the number of boards per pallet, reducing logistics costs.
• Available in a wide range of sizes to fit diverse processing and product requirements.

• Retailer Benefits:

• Attractive, original board design enhances on-shelf presentation.
• Categorised as green in many markets, helping reduce total EPR fees based on weight.
• Aligned with UK and EU Design for Recycling requirements and circular by design with kp Tray2Tray^®.
• Supports retailer sustainability strategies, including plastic-reduction targets and circularity commitments.

Sustainability Benefits:

• Contains up to 100% recycled PET, including kp Tray2Tray^®, reducing reliance on virgin material.
• Lower carbon footprint due to lightweight, mono-material construction.
• Resource-efficient design uses less material while maintaining performance.
• Transport-efficient boards improve logistics performance and reduce environmental footprint.

Consumer Benefits:

• Excellent clarity provides strong product visibility and confidence in quality.
• Integrated retention system keeps packs cleaner and with less mess than options that absorb fish juices.
• Rinse-and-recycle mono PET format allows straightforward, responsible disposal in established recycling systems.

kp Evolve^® Fish Boards, recyclable mono PET boards for VSP fish applications are a sustainable, high‑performance choice, precision‑designed for processed fish.

Frequently asked questions

What is finite element analysis?

Finite element analysis (FEA) is a computer-based software tool used to calculate how objects behave under applied forces. FEA gives a clear picture of how the whole object will resist deformation, bend, or break, when forces are applied in different positions, magnitudes and directions, helping designers improve kp board designs quickly and efficiently without building expensive prototypes. 
By selecting the design that best withstands forces, kp can ensure the optimum balance of material weight and strength.

What are kp Zapora^® features?

kp Zapora^® is also a fully recyclable padless PET board designed to maximise liquid retention. The features in the base of the board, capture and retain liquid from the packed product. kp Zapora^® replaces the need for an absorbent pad and adhesive.

Do I need special equipment or new tooling to use kp Evolve^® VSP Fish Boards?

kp Evolve^® VSP Fish Boards are perfectly designed for high-speed automated packing lines for processed fish. Our dedicated applications engineers are on hand to help facilitate our customer’s transition to this lighter, packaging design.

What is kp Tray2Tray^®?

Replacing recycled content from bottles with recycled content from boards is at the heart of our kp Tray2Tray^® programme. This is circularity in action! In 2024 12.5% of our recycled material was from kp Tray2Tray^® and the number of boards we recycled increased to one billion.

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