Disrupting the status quo: SIG's bold expansion into aseptic milk
The burgeoning market for aseptic milk is ripe with opportunity, and at SIG, we're not just witnessing this transformation; we're spearheading it.
Bringing global success to local markets, we're significantly expanding our presence in the US, where aseptic milk holds vast untapped potential. With a firm commitment to flexibility, sustainability, innovation, and consumer satisfaction, we're investing profoundly in unlocking aseptic milk's potential, primed to revolutionize how US and Canadian consumers savor and embrace dairy.
With a solid presence in the US and Canadian markets, we have already earned recognition for providing packaging solutions to numerous dairy manufacturers. By combining maximum flexibility and speed, we enable manufacturers to offer an unmatched variety of packaging options. This capability meets the needs of retailers, institutions and environmentally conscious consumers for sustainable and convenient packaging that fits perfectly into everyday lives and meet changing needs.
Reshaping dairy with aseptic packaging
Aseptic carton, bag-in-box, and spouted pouch packaging provide eco-conscious solutions that keep dairy products safe and fresh from fill through end consumption. The different layers of a beverage carton serve to provide protection from moisture, air as well as light, and provide structure, while being designed for recycling. With our bag-in-box and pouch solutions, we offer a wide range of film, fitments, and filling equipment for a total packaging solution engineered to protect products from fill through final dispensing.
Extended shelf life
Aseptic cartons can extend the shelf life of milk, allowing it to be stored for up to 12 months without refrigeration.
Safety
The ultra-high temperature (UHT) treatment kills bacteria, ensuring the milk remains fresh for an extended duration. It allows dairy manufacturers to meet consumer demands for nutritional and tasteful products while giving them the peace of mind that the milk is safe to consume.
Preservation of nutritional value
The aseptic process preserves the nutritional quality of milk by maintaining its vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients. This ensures that consumers receive the same nutritional benefits as fresh milk.
Convenience
Aseptic cartons are lightweight, easy to handle, and don't require refrigeration until opened. This makes them convenient for storage, transportation, and use, especially in scenarios like school lunches, outdoor events, or places without immediate access to refrigeration.
Environmental benefits
Aseptic carton packaging is generally lightweight, reducing transportation costs and environmental impact. Additionally, it's made from a high share of renewable resources and is designed for recycling.
Aseptic cartons tackle food waste
All the above-mentioned benefits help minimizing spoilage and allows consumers to enjoy dairy products for longer periods, reducing the amount of discarded milk. This aspect aligns with our sustainability mission, as reducing food waste is integral to our commitment to a more sustainable food ecosystem. Through our efforts in innovative packaging and a dedicated sustainability pipeline, we're actively addressing both environmental concerns and the critical issue of food waste in the dairy industry.
Among the dairy producer who chose to offer aseptically filled products in SIG packaging is Diversified Foods (DFI), a renowned US food distributor known for its nutritious and convenient dairy products.
Thomas d’Hemecourt, CEO at Diversified Foods, Inc., highlights, “With our shelf-stable Pantry Fresh™ products under our own brand Marcel's Modern Pantry we offer a range of various milk SKUs, a game-changer especially for programs like school milk initiatives. This technology allows nutritious milk to reach rural schools, food pantries, and underserved communities without the need for refrigeration, enhancing accessibility, reducing logistical barriers. Unopened, the cartons can go back in the fridge or the pantry.”
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