How flexible films deliver for every segment of the food industry
In the fast-paced world of food retail, packaging must do more than look good – it must protect, preserve, and perform. For this reason, flexible films have become a staple across a variety of food categories. At Terinex Flexibles, our two decades of experience producing printed and plain films for food packaging give us unique insight into how different food segments require unique performance characteristics. Let’s explore how flexible films are utilised in the food industry – and why structure matters.
Packaging meat & fish: high‑barrier laminates to keep products fresh
Meat and fish are among the most perishable food products, with high moisture content and they experience rapid oxidation while being sensitive to aroma transfer from other products. Films protect against quality deterioration by preventing moisture, gas, oil and aroma migration during the storage and transportation of products.
Meat and fish can be stored and kept fresh for longer using flexible packaging in the form of bags and pouches, across various market segments.
Ready meals & confectionery: where printing power meets functionality
When it comes to flexible films for ready meals, there is a fine line between moisture resistance and heat-management. Terinex Flexibles’s range of Q TEX ovenable films are designed to withstand high temperatures and are compatible with hot-needle perforation, enabling steam to escape during cooking without affecting seal strength.
Elsewhere in the world of confectionery, colourful printed flow-wrap films provide ideal branding and information on the package, but don’t lose out on barrier or puncture protection in the process. These films ensure sweet treats reach consumers in pristine condition while looking great.
Frozen foods: tough films for tough conditions
Freezing poses unique challenges – packaging must be puncture- and temperature-resistant and sometimes support metallisation or lamination to prevent moisture penetration. Terinex Flexibles’ puncture- and temperature-resistant laminated films are the perfect fit for these demanding applications, providing frozen food producers with peace of mind.
Flexible films also allow some handling flexibility, making them available in a range of pouch or bag formats.
Bakery: breathability, strength & design
Packaging of bakery products such as bread, biscuits and crackers require protection and breathability. Terinex Flexibles’ paper strip laminates and micro-perforated films provide the breathability needed by baked goods to stop moisture build-up and retain the texture of these food products.
Moreover, brands can opt for plain films, when desiring a more minimalistic or low-cost design, or printed films featuring high-quality flexographic designs that boost their brand image and on-shelf power.
Dairy products: impact‑resistant & barrier packaging
Flexibility, strength and barrier properties are key packaging requirements for the dairy industry. High-barrier films provide protection against oil and moisture migration when used with grated or sliced cheese.
The packaging of yoghurts and dairy drinks in pouch form needs durable impact-resistant films to provide protection during handling as well as seal preservation. Terinex Flexibles meets both functional and brand visibility requirements with both printed and plain film constructions.
Fresh produce: keeping fruit & vegetables fresh
Fresh produce presents a different challenge: packaging must allow gas exchange to keep fruit, vegetables, and salad leaves fresh. Terinex Flexibles’ breathable or gas-permeable films deliver on both requirements, offering a great balance between durability and ventilation.
The films can be plain for an eco-focused finish or printed to communicate product origin, quality and sustainability credentials, depending on the brand’s objectives.
Snacks & dry foods: resealability for convenience
Snacks (nuts, dried fruit) or dry foods (pasta, cereals) often need resealable, moisture‑resistant films. Terinex Flexibles has films for resealable pouches and lidding films that offer both barrier and consumer convenience.
Flexible films for these applications should maintain crunch and dryness without spoilage or staleness between openings.
Coffee & dehydrated foods: robust thermal performance
Coffee and dehydrated foods require packaging that performs under extreme conditions: hot fill, freezing, or rapid temperature changes. Terinex Flexibles provides packaging films that offer ovenable and microwaveable options as well as heat-resistant films with secure lid options.
Barrier performance keeps aroma and freshness locked in premium products from specialty coffee to gourmet dried foods.
Flexible films are more than just food wrap – they are an integral part of the value chain. The proper film structure can enhance shelf life, protect product integrity and reinforce brand equity. Food manufacturers need a partner who understands both the science and the design of food packaging – and at Terinex Flexibles, we have decades of experience in both.
Why Terinex Flexibles’ flexible films stand out
- Exceptionally versatile materials: Available as OPP, PET, PE, CPP and more, every Terinex Flexibles film is customised to meet your specific performance requirements, from barrier protection and strength to puncture resistance and stretch properties
- Advanced printing & finish: High-speed 8-colour flexographic printing makes bright and detailed graphics possible on even complex laminates.
- Functional add‑ons: Terinex Flexibles supports hot-needle perforation (particularly for ovenable films) for the purpose of steam release, “ballooning” mitigation and aroma release.
- Sustainability: Many Terinex Flexibles films are recyclable and made from environmentally responsible materials.
- Quality & assurance: By following strict quality control processes for colour consistency, print checks and full spec validation, Terinex Flexibles offers consistently high-quality packaging that you can trust.
If you are in the process of creating a new food product or revamping your packaging program, our technical team at Terinex Flexibles can help. We can provide guidance on barrier needs, reseal functionality, ovenable requirements and sustainability objectives—and together, we can design flexible packaging that meets your functional requirements without compromise.
Contact Terinex Flexibles today and discover how flexible films can add value to your brand and help to protect your products.
