In order to realize more eco-friendly packaging systems, the barrier materials themselves must also be biobased and biodegradable.
The bioORMOCER® coatings recently developed by Fraunhofer ISC significantly improve the barrier performance of conventional bio-packaging systems.
Via inorganic-organic material combinations the properties can be optimized to meet the requirements of specific products.
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Read more about bioORMOCER® for biobased and biodegradable functional coatings.
Moist environments are ideal breeding grounds for microbes – in most cases this is not desired. Therefore, antimicrobial functions are relevant for the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industry.
The Fraunhofer ISC uses additives to accomplish more safety. The additives with antimicrobial effect are integrated into the coatings and only triggered when the coating comes into contact with moisture – the antimicrobial additives become active. Both the duration and rate of activation of the antimicrobial effect can be controlled by customizing the coating manufacture.
This is particularly relevant for packaging foods as fresh fish, meat, cheese, and sausage products each require different protection.
Our packaging systems can also provide protection for sensitive non-food products such as pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Design and industrial implementation of customized barrier concepts for biodegradable packaging.
Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC