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Choosing the right substrate is about more than thickness.

GSM, specific gravity and film properties can all influence printability, lamination, sealing, yield, cost and final packaging performance.

Understanding these differences is key to selecting the right material for the job.

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If you've ever experienced laminated packaging separating, curling, bubbling or showing poor bond strength, the cause often starts much earlier in the production process.

Successful lamination isn't just about applying adhesive—it's about controlling every stage of the process, from surface preparation and adhesive application to curing conditions and machine settings.
In our latest Packaging Insights article, we explore:

• The most common lamination and delamination defects
• Why these issues occur
• Practical ways to improve bond strength and laminate performance

Whether you're involved in flexible packaging, printing or converting, these insights can help improve product quality and reduce costly production issues.

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Want to know what really determines whether ink bonds properly to packaging?

The secret lies in surface tension.

When surface energy is correctly matched to the ink, it helps create cleaner print, stronger adhesion and more consistent packaging performance. When it isn't, defects such as poor adhesion, ink beading and inconsistent print quality can occur.

We've taken a closer look at why surface tension plays such a critical role in flexible packaging—and how surface treatments help deliver exceptional print results.

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Ever picked up a product because it simply looked fresher?

Condensation inside refrigerated packaging can hide even the freshest food—but there's a solution.

Our latest LinkedIn article explores how Anti-Fog BOPP Film helps keep products crystal clear, enhances shelf appeal and gives consumers greater confidence at the point of purchase.

Click the link below to read the full article on LinkedIn and discover why visibility matters just as much as protection.

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What catches your eye first when choosing fresh food—the product itself or the packaging?

How accurate is accurate enough when it comes to colour?

In packaging, even the slightest variation in colour can have a significant impact on brand consistency and shelf appeal. That's where Delta E (ΔE) comes in – one of the most important measurements used to evaluate colour accuracy in print.

We've taken a closer look at what Delta E means, why acceptable tolerances vary, and how effective colour management helps ensure every print run meets the highest standards.

🔗 Read the full article on our LinkedIn page to learn more about the role Delta E plays in delivering consistent, high-quality flexible packaging.

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Did you know that great print quality starts long before the ink ever touches the film?

One of the most important processes in flexible packaging is Corona Treatment – a critical step that improves ink adhesion, strengthens lamination, and helps ensure every package performs exactly as it should.

It's one of the many behind-the-scenes technologies that plays a vital role in producing high-quality packaging, yet it's often overlooked.

Want to learn why it matters and how Packaging World ensures consistent, reliable packaging performance?

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Celebrating Success and Investing in the Future

At Packaging World, we believe that developing future talent is just as important as delivering innovative packaging solutions.

We are incredibly proud to congratulate five of our interns on reaching an important milestone in their academic journeys and graduating from the Durban University of Technology.

Bongamandla Ndaba, Zothando Khulu, and Sinalenjabulo Joy Ndlovu have successfully completed their Diplomas in Management Sciences: Human Resource Management.

Blessing Thulane Mboyisa has graduated with a Diploma in Business and Information Management under the Faculty of Accounting and Informatics.

Asanda June Langa has successfully completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Management Sciences.

Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to both their studies and workplace experience have been truly inspiring. We are honoured to have played a part in their professional development and to celebrate this achievement alongside them.

At Packaging World, we are passionate about investing in the next generation of professionals. Through our annual internship programme, we provide young graduates and students with meaningful workplace experience, industry exposure, mentorship, and opportunities for growth as they begin their careers.

Congratulations to Bongamandla, Zothando, Sinalenjabulo, Blessing, and Asanda on this remarkable achievement. We are proud of your success and look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future.

How do you choose the right barrier film for your product?

The answer isn't always as simple as selecting the highest barrier available.

Different products require protection from different factors, including oxygen, moisture, light, aroma loss, and contamination. The right packaging structure can help extend shelf life, preserve quality, improve efficiency, and support sustainability goals.

So how do you determine which barrier film is best suited to your application?

We've explored the key considerations in our latest LinkedIn article, including:
✔ Oxygen barriers
✔ Moisture protection
✔ Light barriers
✔ Sustainable packaging options
✔ Balancing performance and cost

📖 Click through to our LinkedIn page to read the full article and discover how the right packaging structure can make all the difference.

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Congratulations to our very own Celimpilo Xhakaza on completing his second Comrades Marathon in an incredible time of 08:41:57!

We are incredibly proud to celebrate this milestone and the example he sets through his commitment to excellence both on and off the course.

Well done, Celimpilo – your Packaging World family is proud of you!

What goes into high-performance flexible packaging?

From advanced analytical testing and food safety standards to solvent-free lamination technology, innovation plays a critical role in every layer we produce at Packaging World.

Discover how technology, quality, and precision come together to deliver safer, stronger, and more sustainable packaging solutions.

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