The 6 oz. cup was molded using 30% PureFive\u00ae recycled polypropylene. Its ultra-thin recessed panels reduce part weight by approximately 20% compared with conventional designs, while MCC Verstraete Ultra Gloss\/Matt IML labels provide high-impact graphics. The application demonstrates the ability to combine lightweighting, recycled content and premium decoration in a recyclable polypropylene package.
According to Jordan Robertson, Vice President, Business Development & Marketing at StackTeck: \u201cWe are very pleased to have the recognition that this IMDA Award brings and would like to highlight the importance of the success molding food grade PCR resin in an ultra-lightweight cup. We were very satisfied with the results using Purecycle material while molding a part with thin panels having a thickness of only 0.010 inches (including the 0.0024 inch thickness of the label) to produce top quality packaging with attractive IML graphics. Many thanks to Purecycle and MCC Verstraete for providing the resin and IML labels for this application.\u201d
Examples of IML cups produced with post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin remain relatively uncommon in the global packaging industry, particularly for applications that combine food-grade recycled polypropylene, ultra-lightweight thinwall design. This award-winning project highlights the opportunity to expand PCR use into demanding decorated packaging applications without sacrificing part quality or visual appeal.
According to Christian Bruey, PureCycle\u2019s Director, Sustainability & External Affairs, “This project is proof that recycled content doesn’t force a trade-off on performance. PureFive\u00ae ran cleanly in an ultra-thin, 0.010-inch panel and still met the product\u2019s mechanical requirements. PureCycle\u2019s recycled content used in these cups also carries the FDA NOL these applications demand. That’s the bar converters molding thin wall food packaging have needed for recycled resin to be a real option for them, not just a possibility.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStackTeck Systems \u2013 2026 IMDA Honorable Mention, Sustainable Use of In-Mold Processes – Design Achievement, 6 oz. IML TRIM Cup<\/em> <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The IMDA Awards recognize leading applications in in-mold labeling, in-mold decorating and in-mold electronics. The 2026 entries were evaluated for design and complexity, integration of the in-mold element, functionality, and innovation in materials and process. LATAM Sales: Christopher Day cday@stackteck.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
StackTeck\u2019s TRIM\u2122 technology is designed to reduce resin usage by creating thin recessed panels while maintaining the structural features required for high-performance packaging. In this application, the combination of TRIM\u2122 technology, PureFive\u00ae PCR resin and MCC Verstraete IML labels demonstrate a pathway for brand owners and converters seeking both material reduction and recycled content in highly decorated packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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HQ: Jordan Robertson jrobertson@stackteck.com<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n