Gamma Plastic unveils the latest evolution of Pillow, introducing an advanced version made with ultra-thin PE-LD (Low-Density Polyethylene), with thicknesses reduced to just 20 microns.
A breakthrough designed to deliver maximum efficiency with minimal material, setting a new benchmark for sustainable fresh produce packaging.
Ultra-Thin PE-LD: the future of fresh produce packaging
Reducing thickness without compromising performance is one of the most ambitious challenges in flexible packaging. Pillow meets this challenge head-on.
Thanks to its 20-micron PE-LD structure, the new Pillow dramatically lowers material usage while preserving the mechanical properties required for demanding fresh food applications. The result is packaging that is lighter, smarter, and more resource-efficient — perfectly aligned with the sustainability goals of today’s supply chains.
Lighter packaging, lower impact
Using less material is not just a technical choice — it is a strategic one. With its ultra-thin structure, Pillow translates material reduction into measurable environmental and operational benefits. By significantly lowering plastic consumption, it helps reduce overall environmental impact, while the lighter packaging weight contributes to lower transportation emissions and improved logistics efficiency. At the same time, production processes remain highly efficient, proving that material optimization does not require sacrificing output or reliability. For producers, this means a concrete way to align operational performance with responsible packaging decisions.
Crucially, reduced thickness does not come at the expense of protection. Despite its ultra-thin profile, PE-LD retains excellent tensile strength and puncture resistance, ensuring reliable containment for delicate fresh produce such as carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and salads. The material’s natural flexibility allows the pack to adapt smoothly to different product shapes, safeguarding contents during handling, transport, and distribution. By minimizing damage, it also helps reduce food waste along the supply chain — a key factor in sustainable fresh food packaging. Lightweight, in this case, is not a limitation but the result of engineered efficiency.
Beyond performance, Pillow also plays a decisive role at the point of sale. In the fresh food category, where purchasing decisions are strongly influenced by visual cues, clarity and presentation are essential. The ultra-thin PE-LD enhances transparency, allowing the freshness and quality of the product to be immediately visible. Clean, clear presentation strengthens consumer trust and improves shelf appeal, helping products stand out without compromising protection. By combining visual impact with reliable performance, Pillow ensures that freshness is both seen and preserved.
A smarter standard for fresh produce packaging
With this latest evolution, Pillow confirms its role as a future-ready packaging solution: lighter, stronger, and more sustainable by design.
Less material. Lower impact. Same protection.
This is lightweight packaging, redefined.