Packaging

Eviosys launches Ecopeel, a revolutionary new can design for canned foods

Thursday 13. July 2023 - Eviosys is launching a revolutionary new can and peelable EcopeelTM lid combination product, a particularly sustainable, inclusive and market-oriented packaging. International packaging group Eviosys is introducing its latest innovation, Ecopeel.

Eviosys unveils an industry first: a commercial food can with a smooth, peelable film sealed directly onto the can body – Ecopeel
Ecopeel reduces the carbon footprint of canned food by up to 20%, enabling companies to achieve their sustainability goals and turn their back on plastic faster
With more inclusivity, ease of use and branding opportunities, Ecopeel is further proof of Eviosys’ continued commitment to listening to the wants and needs of its customers
Eviosys is launching a revolutionary new can and peelable ‘EcopeelTM’ lid combination product, a particularly sustainable, inclusive and market-oriented packaging. International packaging group Eviosys is introducing its latest innovation, EcopeelTM. The innovation is the result of 200 years of experience and state-of-the-art technology: Eviosys is the first company in the industry to develop a processable food can with a smooth, peelable film sealed directly onto the can body.
Ecopeel was developed with sustainability, ease of use and inclusivity in mind. The traditional ring-pull closure has been replaced by a film that is sealed directly onto the can. This makes EcopeelTM lighter than other cans and enables CO2 savings of up to 20% per can. In this way, companies in the food industry can use EcopeelTM to achieve their sustainability goals and push the move away from plastic.
Ecopeel’s unique seal is also designed to promote inclusion and reduce food waste. The 45° angle ensures that the can can be opened with less effort and completely. In addition, the smooth body of the can enables unhindered pouring of the contents through the large opening and thus easier and better handling. This simultaneously demonstrates Eviosys’ commitment to making metal packaging more inclusive and continues the success of other industry-leading products such as OrbitTM, which should make the switch to metal easier for everyone.
Product development has been focused on the needs of customers. Understanding that customers want high sealing performance, product visibility on shelf, ease of use and more sustainability, Eviosys completely redesigned the sealing process to meet these needs. After PeelfitTM in 2010 for dry products, EcopeelTM is now Eviosys’ second successful product launch using the direct sealing process.
Eviosys’ Ecopeel reduces complexity for customers as the can is already supplied with the film sealed by Direct Heat Sealing and brand owners only need to fill and seal the can. In this way, EcopeelTM speeds up the filling process for brand owners by five times and also makes it cleaner and safer, reducing spoilage and energy consumption.
The peelable foil lid also offers many customisation options, as brand logos and product images can be printed on the entire surface of the can. This makes EcopeelTM an attractive option for companies that want their products to stand out in a targeted way.
In addition to working with long-standing customers such as Jealsa and Friscos, Eviosys is also in talks with other customers across Europe to push the launch of the product and expand the range into other markets such as pâtés, pet food and olives.
Eviosys CEO Tomas Lopez says: “We aim to transform the packaging sector through innovation and create a true circular economy. With EcopeelTM we offer our customers exactly this novel packaging experience; strengthening their credibility in terms of sustainability and inclusivity, speeding up internal processes and improving the visibility of their brand. We are now looking to expand the launch of this product, which has already been a revolutionary innovation in the Spanish and Italian canned fish markets, and extend it to other markets within the food industry.” Jealsa CEO Jesus Alonso says: “Protecting the sustainability of our products is at the forefront of our set of values. That is why we are proud to be certified by the Marine Stewardship Council. It is very important for us to work with partners who are innovative and offer us new opportunities to make more sustainable choices throughout our supply chain – including our packaging.
Eviosys’ new Ecopeel product sets new standards when it comes to inclusive, affordable, sustainable and innovative food packaging, making it even easier for consumers to enjoy all our high-quality products.”