Anchor Packaging has announced the latest addition to its Incredi-Bowls line of microwavable bowls and lids.
The new round 7.25in polypropylene (PP) bowls are designed to be used for large individual servings or family-size portions of ready-packed meals. Available in 20oz, 24oz, 32oz and 40oz depths, the bowls share a common PP vented lid. This new size joins the current 5in, 6in, and 8.5in bowls, with depths ranging from 5oz to 48oz for a total offering of 16 bowls in four separate footprints.
Current trends continue toward smaller portions and healthier options, US-based Anchor Packaging said. The consumer is looking for choices and not always willing to give up their favourite foods, meaning the new bowls, which provide the “look” of a large portion size, are a useful solution.
Not only is the smaller footprint more cost effective than larger diameters, these new microwavable bowls are made with a natural mineral additive, reducing the use of petroleum-based resin by 40%. The use of less PP resin allows Anchor to pass on the savings to their customers as a more sustainable option. One lid to fit four bowls eliminates confusion, saves space in the preparation area and reduces inventory storage costs, the Missouri company said.
The attractive black bowls provide table-ready presentation in a durable, cut-resistant material. The leak-resistant closure eliminates messy spills, while the vented lid includes integral Clear Guard anti-fog technology to prevent condensation or “fogging” of the lid. This maximises hot-case merchandising opportunities for retailers and eliminates takeout order errors for foodservice operators, while keeping hot foods looking fresh and appealing.
The four bowls and lids will withstand temperatures up to 230°F in warming units, under heat lamps, or in the microwave – and there is no need to re-plate chilled, prepared foods when reheated in the microwave.
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