YAKIMA, WA — Kwik Lok announced that Fibre-Lok, an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic bag closure for bakery and produce companies, are now available in the US.
Composed of natural cellulose wood, Kwik Lok designed the product to meet the needs of companies seeking to reduce plastic and keep the same functionality, quality and durability of its plastic counterpart.
“Fibre-Lok is another important step in Kwik Lok’s mission of transitioning the industry toward a sustainable future through innovation and we are pleased to make it available in the US for the first time,” said Don Carrell, CEO, Kwik Lok. “Fibre-Lok has been tested and proven in other markets to deliver the same quality and reliability customers expect from the traditional Kwik Lok products.”
At 0.70 mm thickness, Fibre-Lok provides the strength and reusability of other Kwik Lok products. The closures are also responsibly sourced, made with 100% post-consumer recycled paper and paperboard that is FSC-certified recycled content. It is also compliant with new global environmental and health regulations and can be used in any Kwik Lok automatic bag closing machine with minor modification, meaning customers can convert their lines to use the new eco-friendly closures in a couple of hours. immediate implementation. With slight modifications, it also can be used in 086 machines.
Additional information on Fibre-Lok can be found on the Kwik Lok’s website.
