Less material
Reduced plastic use when replacing a rigid lid.
MOLTHIS
Reclosable systems
RECLOSABLE PACKAGING
Packaging designed to open again.
Explore opening and reclosure options for your product. Compare formats, define the user experience and prepare an evaluation with the details of your packaging line.
SMILE2LITE (S2L), developed by Smilesys, replaces a rigid lid with a flexible reclosable solution. This evolution of SMILE aims to reduce packaging material and weight. It supports recyclable paper bases and options including laser macro-perforation, dispensers and the Drop & Taste system.
Lower weight
A lighter pack.
Opening options
Opening options adapted to the project.
Paper bases
Compatibility with recyclable paper bases.
Open. Serve. Close again.
Open
Open from the indicated area.
Serve
Take the portion you need.
Close
Reposition and press the closure.
Usage sequence: open, take a portion and close again. The configuration and instructions are defined for each pack.
RECLOSABLE FILM · 50–150 µm
Sealing to PE or PET, depending on the selected grade.
The offered range includes reclosable films from 50 to 150 µm, with options for sealing to PE or PET. Film structure, thickness and sealing conditions are selected for the pack and its application.
- Thickness
- 50–150 µm
- Sealing surface
- PE or PET, depending on the grade
- Format and structure
- Defined for each project
- Thickness tolerance
- As specified in the selected grade’s datasheet
- Barrier and functional properties
- Subject to the structure and validation
- Sealing and reclosure parameters
- Confirmed by datasheet and application trials
Other closure configurations
SMILE
A label-based closure for vertical and horizontal packs. Smilesys states more than 20 reclosures, barrier and modified-atmosphere options, and roll application without machine changes.
STRIP
A closure using a strip of the same material as the pack. PET/PET, OPP/OPP and PE/PE configurations, without an additional label or silicone-coated paper.
From product to packaging solution
The Smilesys range covers categories including dairy, pasta, dried fruit and nuts, bakery, confectionery, frozen food, ready meals and fresh produce. The system should be selected for each application.
Frequently asked questions
Do all systems offer the same performance?
No. Each proposal should specify its structure, format and conditions of use. A single grade’s performance cannot automatically be applied to the entire range.
Does reclosing restore the original seal?
Reclosure should not be described as equivalent to the initial seal. Storage after opening must follow the product’s instructions and the pack’s validation.
How much material can be saved?
The calculation requires a comparison of the complete packaging weight for the same product, including the lid being removed. Request an evaluation for your format.
Is the complete pack recyclable?
The complete structure and the available collection route in the destination market must be checked. A recyclable base alone does not establish that the entire pack is recyclable.
Which product would you like to make reclosable?
Specify the food or product, pack dimensions, existing material, machine model and storage conditions. If you want to replace a rigid lid, include the weight of the complete pack and a sample of the current format.
This information provides a starting point for opening, reclosure, sealing and line trials before the commercial specification is finalized.
SMILE, SMILE2LITE and STRIP are Smilesys solution names. Manufacturer reference information; the selected configuration is subject to technical evaluation.
Smilesys ↗Products and specifications
Films
Reclosable systems
Reclosable films for opening and reclosing. The structure, thickness and sealing conditions are defined according to the pack and application.
50–150 µm · Sealing on PE or PET depending on the item