The foodservice industry is undergoing a major transformation, with growing awareness of the ecological emergency. Once seen as a mere concept, zero waste is now becoming an unavoidable standard. This transition towards sustainable packaging and more environmentally friendly methods transforms our work and the consumer experience. Understanding the zero-waste approach Zero waste is not just [...]
The recent launch of Nova Scotia School Lunch Program, supported by a government grant, offers a golden opportunity for school caterers across the province. This program, aimed at providing healthy and affordable meals to more than 75,000 students, highlights the importance of quality nutrition in schools. By extension, school caterers play an increasingly crucial role [...]
Managing temperatures in the food service industry is not just about compliance – it's the key to success. Mastering thermal preservation ensures the safety of your customers while strengthening and growing your business. Get ready to dive into a topic that, while technical, is fundamental for any institutional food service professional committed to excellence and [...]
Packaging has a significant influence on the environment, affecting not only flora and fauna but also the atmosphere and human beings. According to The Ocean Clean Up organization, by 2022, over 5 billion pieces of plastic waste will have accumulated in the oceans, underscoring the urgent need to tackle this major environmental problem. Increasingly aware [...]
In an industry where speed and efficiency are key to meeting consumer expectations, companies supplying ready-to-serve meals must continually improve their packaging methods. Whether in hospitals, schools, caterers, Meals-on-Wheels or prisons, the integration of heat sealers, whether manual or automated, can greatly improve productivity and quality of operations. This article explores the advantages of heat [...]
In environments where food safety is a top priority, such as hospitals, schools, caterers and cafeterias, hygiene and consumer protection requirements are high. In the face of these challenges, heat-sealed trays stand out as an indispensable solution, offering optimum protection and unrivalled peace of mind. 1. An effective barrier against contaminants Heat-sealed trays act as [...]
This limited-time offer applies to tray sealers or tray carriers only. Tray Sealer purchase: Purchase 1208 Tray Sealer, get $200 OFF; Purchase 1308 Tray Sealer, get $400 OFF; Purchase 1908 Tray Sealer, get $750 OFF. FEP Tray Sealer : Add 1208 Tray Sealer, get $150 OFF; Add 1308 Tray Sealer, get $175 OFF; Add 1908 [...]
Following discussions with various clients, we identified a clear need for a larger container and decided to add the PPT 139 to the Pressed Paper tray product family. Here are 5 reasons to add to your order our new family-size container, the PPT 139. 1- Sleek and appetizing meal presentation. With its sleek black colour, the [...]
In celebration of our 15th anniversary, we share 15 stories that have stayed with us over the years. Each week, we will share 3 stories. Make sure you come back to discover them! Growing together is our purpose. Since the beginning of the Solpak story, our goal has been to assist our clients in their [...]
Solpak wishes a wonderful 2020/2021 school year to all school caterers, school boards as well as all students and their parents. Despite it all, we hope that you had a pleasant, relaxing, and above all, healthy summer. You are probably still getting ready for the new school year while dealing with last-minute changes, uncertainties, and concerned [...]
