Packaging Briefs – Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Purfresh helps Chilean produce growers and exporters stay competitive in global marketplace
Purfresh announced the availability of its cold chain solutions — Purfresh Cold Storage, Purfresh Wash, and PurfreshTransport, all integrated with Intellipur, the company’s next-generation information management tool — in Chile. Coupling proven science and advanced information technology with practical application, Purfresh solutions have been proven to maintain quality, reduce chemical usage, extend shelf life, and enhance food safety—to help Chilean growers and exporters stay competitive and maintain the value of fresh produce grown in Chile.

Cereplast, Inc. strikes deal with RI.ME. Masterbatch to supply bioplastics resins for European market
Cereplast, Inc. announced that it has entered into a multi-million dollar contract with RI.ME. Masterbatch S.r.l., based in Mozzate, Italy, to supply bioplastic resins for use in its masterbatch process for adding colorant to bulk, uncolored resins. The new agreement supports RI.ME.’s commitment to offering its customers sustainable, environmental solutions in the design and production of masterbatches.

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