A C-PET 101
What is C-PET? Crystallized Polyethylene Terephthalate Basically, it is PETE with a twist in the manufacturing process Extremely difficult material to produce Not as many competitors as other plastic mediums relatively new medium
Who makes CPET? In our current focus - Distribution ALCAN (soon) Ultrapac - mostly bakery Genpack - full line Other niche manufacturers In the processor segment APE - New Jersey (Pennyplate) Mulinex Other niche manufacturers
The Market for CPET Food Processors (entrees/baked goods) Frozen Entrees »full variety from Mexican to Italian Ready to Eat Meals – HMR (Home Meal Replacement) »Fresh meals to go Baked goods »brownies, angel food cakes, loaf pans, etc.
The Market for CPET Supermarkets / Supermarket Distribution many supermarkets have in house facilities or commissaries to make entrees and baked goods Foodservice Distribution many restaurants / specialty delis offering meals to go caterers - disposable upscale containers
Basic Attributes of CPET Duel Ovenability from -40 F to 400 F Freeze / Refrigerate / Bake in the same container Bake / Ship / Sell in the same container No taste or Odor when used within temperature parameters Dishwasher safe Typically priced like PETE Plastic More expensive than aluminum, OPS, PP
Basic Attributes of CPET Strong Impact Resistance / Durable Minimizes production damages Minimizes shipping damages Minimizes consumer accidental damages Won’t crush / dent / bend on sales displays Dimensional stability at high temperatures Shatter resistant (unlike OPS)
Basic Attributes of CPET Upscale Packaging Merchandises well Value added assistance for foods Good Barrier properties for freshness/ shelf life When coupled with PETE dome, reclosable Usually offered in black / white / colors available
Basic Attributes of CPET Cooking / Baking Qualities Releases as good as aluminum Resistant to fats and oils Faster baking = higher productivity Lower temperatures = lower operating costs Environmentally Recyclable
Advantages of Thermaplate Trays Over the Competition Patented Melt to Mold process Monolayer CPET All products are impact modified
Lidding Information Lidding materials – Dupont mylar RL films recommended –DuPont Packaging ( ) –Rollprint Packaging ( ) Lidding machine companies –Orics Industries ( ) –Oliver Products ( ) –Ross Industries ( )
CPET Wrap Up CPET is still a relatively new product that has incredible upside growth potential. It is very unique, difficult to manufacturer, and will be FUN TO SELL! QUESTIONS?