Cirkla, Belmark, and Ossid Launched Fiber Packaging
Three companies unveiled a sustainable fiber tray and lidding solution designed to replace rigid plastic in food containers.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Consumer Goods
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Cirkla, Belmark, and Ossid have debuted a new resealable fiber tray packaging system for the fresh food industry. The technology allows businesses to switch from plastic to fiber trays without needing significant equipment upgrades.
Why it matters
The collaboration provides a scalable path for food producers to reduce plastic consumption while maintaining existing production line efficiency. It addresses industry demand for sustainable packaging that performs across fresh protein, produce, and meal applications.
Cirkla fiber trays reduce plastic waste by up to 90 percent compared to conventional rigid packaging. The system utilizes automated sealing technology featuring 12-inch touchscreen interfaces on equipment like the Ossid ReeMaster NextGen.
The players
Cirkla
This company specializes in sustainable packaging materials and operates manufacturing facilities.
Belmark
This manufacturer produces labeling and flexible packaging solutions for various consumer goods industries.
Ossid
This equipment manufacturer provides automated tray packaging and sealing systems for food production lines.
The details
The packaging system bonds resealable film to a fiber substrate, ensuring the tray liner remains intact during use. Because the trays are compatible with existing tray sealers, food companies can integrate the solution without capital investments or line changes.
Timeline
October 14-16, 2026: Public debut at The Global Produce and Floral Show in Orlando.
October 18-21, 2026: Public demonstration at Pack Expo in Chicago.
Q1 2027: Cirkla manufacturing facility scheduled to begin operations in Gainesville, Georgia.
Market Landscape
This collaboration signals a shift in the consumer goods sector toward modular, sustainable packaging that avoids costly facility overhauls. It positions these firms to capture market share from traditional plastic producers by lowering the barrier to environmental compliance.
Average shoppers may soon see more food products, such as fresh produce and pre-packaged meals, transitioning into paper-based fiber trays. This change aims to lower household plastic waste without impacting the seal quality or freshness of the food purchased at grocery stores.
The takeaway
Transitioning to fiber-based materials is increasingly becoming a plug-and-play process for major food manufacturers. Consumers interested in sustainability should look for these fiber trays as brands prioritize reducing plastic footprints in the coming years.
What happens next
The companies will hold a public demonstration at The Global Produce and Floral Show in Orlando from October 14-16, 2026, followed by a presentation at Pack Expo in Chicago from October 18-21, 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Chatham Daily News.
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