Sustainability is no longer a future goal. It is a present-day priority that impacts how brands design, produce, and deliver their products. For companies seeking packaging that reduces environmental impact without compromising performance, Plastics Technologies Inc. (PTI) provides the experience and technical precision to make that vision a reality.
For over 40 years, PTI has partnered with global brands to develop packaging that meets the demands of both the market and the environment. Our team applies deep knowledge of materials science, production processes, and real-world performance to deliver sustainable solutions at every stage of development.
A Smarter Approach to Sustainable Packaging
A single material change does not solve the sustainability issue. It requires innovation at every level from concept and design through testing and market validation. Here is how PTI supports sustainable packaging development:
Material Optimization and Lightweighting
PTI helps clients use less plastic without sacrificing strength or shelf stability. Through data-driven design and precision engineering, we reduce resin use, minimize waste, and create more efficient, sustainable packaging systems.
Recyclable and Bio-Based Resins
We work extensively with recycled PET (rPET), HDPE, and plant-based resins to identify the best material fit for each application. Our testing capabilities ensure these materials meet all regulatory, barrier, and processing requirements while supporting long-term circularity.
Design for Circularity
PTI helps brands design packaging that works within existing recovery systems. That includes simplifying material layers, improving compatibility with recycling streams, and maximizing opportunities for reuse and reprocessing.
Rapid Prototyping and Real-World Testing
Our Midwest facility serves as both a lab and a launchpad. With in-house 3D printing, blow molding, and clean room production, PTI develops functional prototypes in as little as 24 hours. Each concept is tested to ensure it performs throughout the supply chain from the production line to consumer use.
Data-Driven Validation
Sustainability cannot come at the cost of performance. Our labs evaluate key performance metrics including oxygen transmission rates, drop impact, top-load strength, and more. Every sustainable concept is backed by data and built for success in the real world.
Packaging Innovation That Moves You Forward
Whether you are transitioning to post-consumer recycled materials, exploring bio-based resins, or preparing for regulatory changes, PTI provides the technical insight to move with confidence. We meet clients wherever they are in the process and help them build sustainable solutions that deliver long-term value.
At PTI, sustainability is not a side initiative. It is built into everything we do.Let’s get to work.
Contact us today to discuss your next eco-friendly packaging project.
