Common Challenges in Meat, Poultry and Seafood Packaging
Managing Product Quality throughout the Cold Chain
Fresh meat and poultry release blood and purge fluid throughout the cold chain. They are also highly sensitive to temperature fluctuations, moistures and handling. Packaging that absorbs or leaks this moisture quickly loses structural integrity, creates hygiene risks, can result in spoilage and reduced shelf life. Opal's packaging solutions are engineered to perform in refrigerated and cold-chain environments.
Managing Moisture and Tough Distribution Conditions
Whole fish and seafood are typically packed with ice. As ice melts, cartons are exposed to sustained water immersion, so seafood cartons need moisture-resistant coatings that maintain structural integrity throughout the full transit cycle. Opal’s HydroArmor® cartons utilise fibre-based laminate technology, providing water resistance for short-term submersion, maintaining structural integrity throughout transit in wet, cold conditions.
Cold Chain and Freezer Performance
Meat packaging must maintain its strength from chilled to deep-frozen environments. Many board grades become brittle when exposed to freeze-thaw cycles — jeopardising product safety, stacking performance, and transport compliance across the supply chain. Opal’s frozen and chilled packaging solutions are engineered for the cold-chain environment, optimised for a range of corner burst, stacking strength and lid integrity properties.