Following initiation of a $315 million program to manufacture specialty molded fiber products TekniPlex has established a new plant in Ohio over 200,000 square feet in extent dedicated to a high volume of output. TekniPlex will offer a range of egg cartons in 2024.
This is the eighth specialty molded fiber facility established by TekniPlex in over 14 months. The company acquired existing manufacturers in the field including Keyes Packaging and Fibro Corporation, both of Washington State and EMATEC in Mexico.
Eldon Schaffer, CEO of TekniPlex Consumer Products, stated, “The new facility will combine TekniPlex fiber capabilities with technology platforms obtained through our recent strategic acquisitions.
The Ohio plant demonstrates the commitment of TekniPlex to specialty-molded fiber for sustainability. TekniPlex will continue to offer PET containers with a high proportion of post-consumer recycled content.
TekniPlex Consumer Products specializes in advanced materials for the food and beverage industries.