Koehler Paper and Nissha Metallizing Solutions to showcase new metallized and sustainable “METIVO® Advanced” packaging paper based on “Koehler NexPlus®” barrier paper at Interpack 2023

The Paper is made 100% with virgin fiber pulp from certified sustainable forestry and controlled sources and that is designed to be recyclable in conformity with the latest testing methods. In comparison to conventional plastic packaging, the flexible packaging paper reduces carbon footprints significantly and contributes to a sustainable circular economy. “The first packing machine performance tests have yielded very promising results. The barrier properties that provide resistance to oil and grease in the bags that were produced have turned out to be particularly outstanding,” explains Christoph Wachter, Head of the Flexible Packaging Paper division at Koehler Paper, when going over the initial test results for the innovation. Just like with all other Koehler NexPlus® paper products, this innovative product can be heat sealed too. In addition, it is characterized by outstanding strength, resistant barrier properties, and excellent printability. “The metallizing boosts the barrier properties to a whole new level, enabling us to guarantee excellent product protection and extraordinary product quality,” adds Nissha Metallizing Solutions CEO Giorgio Boss.

With the NexFlex® product range, Koehler Paper has developed a unique and 100 per cent recyclable generation of flexible packaging papers. The aim here is to replace plastic in packaging by using so-called barrier paper wherever possible. The next generation of papers for flexible packaging are sustainable barrier papers with functional surfaces for product-specific protection (NexPlus®). Various flexible packaging papers from Koehler Paper were awarded a score of 19 out of a possible 20 points by the environmental service provider Interseroh, along with the ‘Made for Recycling’ seal.