Frequently Asked Questions
About SOLUT! Packaging
What types of food packaging does SOLUT! offer?
SOLUT! designs and manufactures formed paperboard food packaging trays for bakery, deli, prepared foods, foodservice, and retail applications. Formats are designed to support baking, freezing, reheating, merchandising, and serving in a single tray.
What materials are used in SOLUT! packaging?
SOLUT! packaging is manufactured primarily from corrugated paper and solid paperboard sourced from responsibly managed forests. Materials are selected based on performance requirements, food-contact compliance, and sustainability goals.
Can SOLUT! packaging replace plastic, foil, or metal?
Yes. Many SOLUT! trays are designed to replace plastic, foil, and select metal applications, in foodservice and retail programs without requiring changes to existing equipment or workflows.
Performance & Use
Is SOLUT! packaging suitable for baking and reheating?
Select SOLUT! tray formats are designed for baking, reheating, freezing, and hot-hold applications. Performance varies by product and application, and guidance is available to ensure proper selection.
Can SOLUT! packaging be used in rapid-cook ovens?
Yes. Select tray formats are approved for short-duration high-heat food-contact exposure and designed for use in rapid-cook ovens, including TurboChef systems. Application-specific guidance is provided to ensure proper use.
Does SOLUT! packaging work with existing equipment?
SOLUT! packaging is engineered to integrate into existing production, filling, and sealing equipment whenever possible, helping reduce risk and avoid retooling.
How does SOLUT! test packaging performance?
SOLUT! evaluates packaging performance through application-specific testing, including heat performance, handling, and operational fit, to ensure packaging performs reliably from production through use.
Sustainability & Compliance
Are SOLUT! food packaging products recyclable or repulpable?
The majority of SOLUT! corrugated food packaging products are certified as repulpable and recyclable under the Fiber Box Association’s Voluntary Repulpability & Recyclability Standard, with independent testing conducted by Western Michigan University. Removing food residue before recycling is recommended where facilities exist.
Does SOLUT! offer compostable food packaging?
Yes. SOLUT! offers BPI-certified compostable packaging options for programs with access to commercial composting infrastructure. Compostable solutions are selected intentionally based on application needs and regional end-of-life systems.
Does SOLUT! use recycled content?
Many SOLUT! products contain high levels of recycled content, including significant post-consumer recycled fiber. In select applications, very high or even 100% recycled fiber content can be specified depending on performance requirements.
Does SOLUT! packaging contain PFAS?
SOLUT! products do not contain intentionally added PFAS and are developed with food-contact compliance and material transparency in mind.
How is SOLUT! packaging sourced responsibly?
All SOLUT! raw materials are sourced from Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)–certified paper mills, with FSC-certified materials available upon request. This supports responsible forestry while maintaining consistency and supply reliability.
How does SOLUT! packaging compare to plastic from an environmental perspective?
Industry life-cycle data consistently shows that corrugated paperboard has higher recovery rates and lower greenhouse gas emissions than many common plastic packaging materials, while trees used to produce paperboard absorb carbon dioxide as they grow.
Buying & Program Logistics
What are typical order quantities and lead times?
Order quantities and lead times vary by product and whether the packaging is stock or custom. SOLUT! offers both off-the-shelf products and custom solutions, and our team works with customers to align timelines with production and launch needs.
Can SOLUT! support small orders or product trials?
Yes. SOLUT! offers stock products and supports pilot programs, testing, and early-stage trials to help customers evaluate packaging before scaling.
Manufacturing & Supply Reliability
Where is SOLUT! packaging manufactured?
All SOLUT! packaging is manufactured in the United States at our Ohio facility, supporting consistent quality, reliable supply, and responsive customer support.
Custom Solutions & Support
Does SOLUT! offer custom food packaging?
Yes. SOLUT! develops custom packaging solutions tailored to specific foods, processes, equipment, and performance requirements, including custom sizes, coatings, and print options.
Does SOLUT! offer branding or printed packaging?
SOLUT! offers branding and print capabilities on select packaging formats, with options determined by product type, volume, and performance requirements.
Can SOLUT! support pilot programs and new product launches?
SOLUT! partners with customer R&D, packaging engineering, and innovation teams to support rapid prototyping, testing, and scalable production for new products and launches.
How do I choose the right SOLUT! packaging?
The best packaging depends on food type, temperature exposure, equipment, and distribution needs. SOLUT! experts can recommend options and provide samples based on your specific application.
Getting Started
How can I request samples or speak with an expert?
You can request samples or speak with a packaging expert through our website. Our team will help evaluate your needs and recommend solutions aligned with your operational and sustainability goals.