Sustainable Material Transitions

Material Conversion Challenges in Packaging

Transitioning to sustainable materials like recycled PET or bio-based alternatives presents complex operational challenges that require specialized expertise and advanced processing technologies. Whether converting from glass, aluminum, or paper packaging, manufacturers face material variability, processing complexity, and quality control issues.

Husky's material conversion solutions address these critical obstacles, enabling smooth transitions from alternate materials to PET without compromising part quality, cycle times, or system efficiency.

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Recycled Content Processing

How to Process Recycled Content Successfully

Husky's advanced processing solutions enable manufacturers to integrate high percentages of recycled content while maintaining consistent quality and performance. Our technologies are designed to solve the unique challenges of recycled PET material to deliver:

  • Consistent part quality and clarity with recycled content
  • Advanced melt delivery and filtration to manage material variability
  • Real-time monitoring and quality control systems
  • Optimal cycle times regardless of recycled content levels
Alternative packaging solutions for aluminum.
Advanced Process Control

Ensuring Performance Standards

Husky's intelligent control systems and validation services ensure manufacturers can transition to PET without compromising operational excellence:

  • Automated controls manage material property variability for consistent processing
  • Optimized systems preserve production speeds with up to 100% recycled PET content
  • Complete part validation ensures dimensional accuracy and specification compliance
  • Regulatory compliance support for food contact industry standards
  • Prototyping and testing via Package Development Center  
Circular economy compliant packaging.
End-to-End Expertise

Partner With Husky for Material Conversion Success

With Husky's end-to-end expertise, manufacturers can confidently implement innovative sustainable packaging while achieving cost efficiency, compliance, and performance:

  • Expert consultation on design and material selection
  • Proven PET and rPET processing technologies
  • Complete project management from design to production startup
  • Ongoing monitoring and optimization for continuous improvement

Material Conversion Insights and Application Spotlights

Explore our latest blog posts for practical guidance and real-world examples of material conversion solutions. From expert advice to customer success stories, these articles share strategies to help you advance your own conversion initiatives.

Sustainability-Focused Design and Manufacturing Guides

Looking for more? Husky regularly produces a wide variety of practical, in-depth guides that explore key strategies for advancing packaging sustainability. The guides below can enable your circularity, compliance, and material optimization goals.

Material Transition Support

Expert Guidance for Sustainable Material Conversion

Converting to sustainable materials requires specialized knowledge and proven solutions. Husky enables manufacturers to successfully implement recycled and bio-based materials while maintaining quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

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