Melitta USA Converts to Sonoco's Paperboard Composite Container
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Sonoco, Hartsville, S.C., USA, reported this week that it is helping Melitta USA move from traditional metal cans to high-performance composite (100% recycled paperboard) cans that deliver better shelf appeal and a reduced environmental footprint. Melitta, which has been roasting premium European-style coffee at its location in Cherry Hill, N.J., for more than 40 years, has converted its 603- and 401-volume coffee cans to Sonoco's lighter weight paperboard composite container.
Sonoco notes that its rigid paperboard containers weigh less than metal cans, making them less expensive to ship, and they perform as well as metal canisters in abuse resistance and shelf life.
"With the new cans, we're offering consumers the same premium product in a package that they can feel good about purchasing—a lighter weight option made from renewable and recyclable materials," said Jeff Bridges, VP, Melitta USA. "Additionally, we were very pleased with the conversion process," he continued. "Over the past two years, Sonoco's team of dedicated quality and technical experts has provided us with the most seamless transition possible."
The can is spiral-wound from 100% recycled paperboard and includes a high-barrier liner that locks out moisture and locks in product aroma and taste. Because there are no ribs on the new can, the smooth surface provides superior graphic bill boarding and shelf appeal.
Howard Coker, VP, Global Rigid Paper and Closures, pointed out that "Sonoco's composite coffee can provides Melitta not only with reliable product protection and superior branding, but also a smaller environmental footprint."
Melitta USA, is part of the privately held Melitta Group of Minden, Germany, and is responsible for the sales and marketing of Melitta coffee filters, coffee, and non electric coffee systems in the USA.
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