EARTHPACK evolution of packaging from CMSA

With more than 25 years’ experience in the market, a strong international presence and a talented team of dedicated professionals, CMSA is one of the industry’s leading references in quality, innovation, and customer service. “Our vertically-machined packages combine multiple materials including mesh, paper and flexible film and offer ample room for customization. We also design and implement the installation of packaging systems made to meet our customers’ specific needs”.

CMSA is one of the most innovative companies in the packaging market, which specializes in the manufacture of packages and packaging systems for the fruit and vegetables industry. Continuous innovation is one of CMSA’s strongest pillars. In constant search for new solutions, they have developed and patented new products and packaging systems that compare to more industrial equipment when it comes to packaging fresh produce, without compromising the delicate handling. This while gaining higher speed production.

Fight against plastics

CMSA is currently developing and adapting its new packaging system EARTHPACK in the horizontal machinery sector. Fully recyclable in the paper and board container and biodegradable in soil and sea if it escapes from the recycling circuit. This is an alternative to banned plastics for products such as tomatoes, apples, carrots, green beans, kiwis, and avocados. Earthpack can be used with or without a tray.

Technical characteristics of EARTHPACK

• Earthpack is made of 95% paper from 100% recyclable sheets from renewable sources FSC with Level A Certificate.
• The breathable mesh is made of paper and bamboo fibers, improving the quality of the final recycling.
• The glue used is of certified bio origin.
• The participation of the windows makes the product breathe, promoting air circulation through the packaged product, keeping it dry and protected.
• Production is carried out on high-speed automatic lines, both vertical and horizontal.
• Formats: from 250 grams to 3 kilos.

Just circular economy

CMSA is thoroughly dedicated to the continuous improvement of production process in compliance with the strictest quality standards (ISO 9001, BRC). The main objective is to offer a quality-driven and highly personalised service. To that end we are constantly looking to making improvements so our customers receive a product head and shoulders above others on the retail shelves in any part of the world. “Our commitment to sustainable and circular economy and our constant search for more environmentally-friendly solutions are present in everything we do.”

“From EARTHPACK, we understand that it is partly our responsibility to create a more sustainable world”

We are a forward-looking company, at the forefront of sustainable packaging, like our new lightweight mesh and structured packing manufacturing lines. We combine raw materials with the best quality and highest environmental sustainability index on the market, so we make sure our customers’ products are packaged with maximum freshness and minimum impact on the environment. Meet with our team and discover our latest innovations at the Fruit Logistica 2023 trade fair in Berlin – Cristobal Meseguer SA Hall 8.2 / Stand A-60.

This article was originally published in Fresh Market Guide 2023/2024 (January 2023).