Thermoformed aluminium packaging specialist alupak AG bags ASI dual certification

alupak AG, specialised in thermoformed aluminium packaging, has reportedly acquired ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) certification and Chain of Custody V1 (2017) certification for operations at the Belp facility in Switzerland.

The news came on June 23 after Aluminium Stewardship Initiative announced the distribution of certifications focusing on Material Stewardship. The dual certification covers alupak’s development, production and sales of aluminium packaging at its Belp site. The company manufactures aluminium capsules, containers, and forms through cutting, stamping, and deep drawing of coated and printed aluminium foils, having a capacity of over 10 billion capsule products in a year.

The independent, third-party audit of alupak operation was conducted by Bureau Veritas Certification.

On receiving the certification, Andreas Zenz, Chief Executive Officer at alupak AG, said: “alupak AG believes in a business model based on sustainability and excellence. We are proud to have achieved ASI certification and support fully the Aluminum Stewardship’s vision and goals – being a responsible part of society with our products and contributing significantly in the positive race to a sustainable future.”

Fiona Solomon, Chief Executive Officer at ASI, commented: “We congratulate alupak AG for achieving ASI Performance Standard with Material Stewardship focus, and Chain of Custody Standard certifications at their manufacturing facility in Belp, Switzerland. As with other aluminium food packaging, capsules offer many functions including convenience, preservation, and precise portioning, among others – and moving towards a circular approach is key. By obtaining dual ASI Certification and implementing appropriate upstream sourcing practices, alupak AG can help its customers meet consumer expectations for responsibly produced products and contribute to addressing global sustainability challenges.”