Container formats designed
for efficient food production
Efficient food production requires packaging solutions that integrate easily into high-volume processing while ensuring consistent product quality. Choosing the right container formats can help streamline production, support efficient logistics, and optimize overall packaging costs.
Aluminium containers are trusted solutions thanks to their strength and versatility. These trays are part of our popular Ready2Cook® range, combining proven container formats with the proven benefits of the Ready2Cook® range for efficient and reliable food production
The following three container formats support different applications in ready meal and fresh food production. Each container is designed based on proven industry formats for efficient processing, optimized logistics, and cost-effective packaging performance.
Lightweight container
for single-portion meals
79×139×45mm. A compact container for single-portion ready meals and side dishes.
Engineered with a material-efficient design, the tray achieves a low weight without compromising stability or performance. This supports more efficient logistics and lower EPR fees, resulting in a smarter and more sustainable packaging solution.
Applications and benefits:
- Ideal for single-portion ready meals and side dishes
- Lightweight design
- Contributes to lower EPR fees
A seamless alternative to
standard plastic menu trays
187×137×45 mm. One of the most widely used tray formats in ready meal production.
Designed to match the standard plastic single-portion menu size and compatible with standard sealing equipment, making it easy to integrate into existing production setups. Ideal for fish, meat, and smaller prepared meals, making it a versatile solution for ready meal production.
Applications and benefits:
- Ideal for fish, meat, and smaller prepared meals
- Compatible with existing plastic sealing tools
Large-format container for
fresh food products
275×175×50 mm. A well-known and reliable format for larger food portions.
Designed with a robust aluminium construction to ensure product protection and efficient integration into industrial packaging lines. Ideal for larger food portions of poultry, meat, and fish.
Applications and benefits:
- Ideal for poultry, meat, and fish
- Large and versatile format
Why Choose
Ready2Cook®?
- Sustainable & Circular – Made from uncoated, infinitely recyclable aluminium, reducing plastic waste and CO₂ emissions while supporting the EU’s sustainability goals.
- Lightweight & Space-Saving – Two of the new containers are lightweight and stack efficiently, cutting transport costs and minimising carbon emissions.
- Lower EPR Costs – Aluminium packaging has the lowest EPR fees, helping reduce compliance costs and future-proofing your packaging strategy.
- Protection – High-quality design with unique barrier properties extends shelf life, prevents contamination, and reduces food waste.
- Versatile & Convenient – Compatible with ovens, microwaves, and grills, making heating and serving easier than ever.
Ready2Cook® offers a future-proof, cost-efficient, and circular packaging solution that optimises both operations and environmental impact.
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Sustainability
Our approach to sustainability
There are no easy solutions when it comes to changing our industry. But going circular is not only the smart way forward. It’s the only way forward.
Materials
Aluminium
In a circular economy waste is seen as a resource and turned into valuable raw materials that can be used again. Aluminium recycles forever and fits perfectly into a circular economy.
Approach
Services
From onsite technical support and CPQ to our Packaging School, we have many ways to help solve your packaging challenges. For good.