From Trends to Action: SAPIR’s Packaging Innovation
On May 14, 2024, a webinar on Global Packaging Trends was held, featuring distinguished speakers Adam Page, Director of Research at Smithers, Luciana Pellegrino, President of the World Packaging Organisation (WPO), and Soha Atallah, WPO Vice-President of Marketing. SAPIR’s representative participated in this insightful event, reflecting our commitment to staying at the forefront of industry developments.
During the webinar, Adam Page highlighted several critical trends shaping the packaging industry today. Adam explained each trend in detail; here is just the summary:
- Sustainability: A strong focus on circular economy principles persists: reusability, recyclability, and emissions reduction.
- Consumer Behavior: Increased demand for convenience, freshness, and renewable materials driven by urbanization and single-person households.
- Regulations: Stricter legislation on packaging and waste management, emphasizing recyclability and environmental impact.
- E-commerce: Rapid growth in online shopping, driving demand for corrugated boxes and flexible packaging solutions.
- Technology and Innovation: Advances in smart packaging, digitization, and AI to enhance supply chain efficiency and customer engagement.
- Supply Chain Disruption: A move towards localized supply chains to counter global disruptions and material shortages.
As a leading stretch film manufacturer, Sapir Plastics Industries is intrinsically linked to several of these trends. Our products, particularly pallet wraps, play a vital role in the logistics and storage sectors. Here’s how SAPIR aligns with the current packaging trends:
Sustainability
SAPIR is at the forefront of sustainable packaging solutions. We produce stretch wraps with up to 95% recycled content, certified to ensure high-quality and environmentally friendly products. Our commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by our use of solar panels, which provide 15% of our energy needs.
Consumer Behavior
Particularly, beverage companies – pay attention! The increased demand for packaging can be effectively supported by SAPIR. We produce second-layer packaging with recycled content, meaning that less virgin material is used. This not only addresses the consumer demand for more sustainable options but also aligns with broader corporate environmental goals.
Regulations
SAPIR has already responded to the legislative changes in Spain and the UK. We provide our clients with pallet wraps that meet the required percentages of recycled content and come with the necessary certifications. This ensures compliance with the stricter packaging and waste management regulations in these countries.
E-commerce
With the rise of e-commerce, SAPIR’s flexible packaging solutions are ideal for the growing online retail market. Our products, such as pre-stretched and color-tinted wraps, ensure secure and efficient packaging for various goods, supporting the demands of online shopping and delivery services.
Technology and Innovation
SAPIR embraces technological advancements by incorporating innovative materials. Our Defender Wrap, for instance, contains an anti-bacterial component, ensuring that wrapped goods are safe from contamination during transportation. This innovation received a patent in 2024.
Supply Chain Disruption
SAPIR aligns with the trend towards localized supply chains by being a significant local supplier in Israel. Our end-users, particularly manufacturers, know us very well. Additionally, we have found that delivery from Israel to Europe and within Europe has many nuances, with each case differing significantly from the other.
To find out what the delivery price would be to your specific location, please contact us for a personalized quote.
As the packaging industry changes, SAPIR is dedicated to offering innovative, sustainable, and reliable pallet wrap solutions.
Contact us today to order your first container of our premium machine stretch film. Our films offer elongation options of 150%, 200%, 250%, and 300%, with thicknesses ranging from 17-30 microns. Choose between our eco-friendly option with 30% post-consumer recycled content and our regular film. The minimum order is 1 container. For more information or to place your order, please email us at: sales@sapirplastics.com