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Pliant introduces empower suite of engineered packaging films for source reduction.


Pliant Engineered Films, a global leader in packaging technology, announces their Empower empower verb To encourage or provide a person with the means or information to become involved in solving his/her own problems [TM] suite of technologies for source reduction in packaging.

The introduction of this portfolio of sustainable packaging solutions represents Pliant's dedication to packaging sustainability initiatives, primarily driven by source reduction.

While source reduction lowers material and energy consumption it also represents a renewed efficiency in shipping and a concerted effort to decrease greenhouse gas greenhouse gas
n.
Any of the atmospheric gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect.



greenhouse gas 
 emissions.

The Empower portfolio has launched with three introductory technologies--INsight, Synergy The enhanced result of two or more people, groups or organizations working together. In other words, one and one equals three! It comes from the Greek "synergia," which means joint work and cooperative action.  and Endurance Endurance
See also Longevity.

Atalanta

feminine name denotes power of endurance. [Gk. Myth.: Jobes, 148]

Boston marathon

famous 26-mile race held annually for long-distance runners. [Am. Pop. Culture: Misc.
.

These technologies allow brand owners to lower their packaging environmental footprint The amount of geographic space covered by an object. A computer footprint is the desk or floor surface it occupies. A satellite's footprint is the earth area covered by its downlink. See form factor.

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 as well as enhance marketing opportunities, protect moisture properties and increase yield, respectively.

With a strong commitment to its extensive R&D program, Pliant will continue to expand the Empower portfolio of packaging technologies for sustainability.

For more information about Pliant's engineered films, please contact Sheila Kari, director of marketing, Engineered Films Division at 847-407-5118.

Web site: www.pliantcorp.com
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Title Annotation:Equipment Update
Publication:Frozen Food Digest
Article Type:Brief article
Date:Dec 1, 2007
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