AmcorRigid Plastics' new patented Active Hinge(TM) technology is used for 16-oz PETcontainers for Spartan Beverages Inc., a manufacturer of all-natural proteinwaters.

Spartan Beverages' 16-oz PET bottles use 40 percent lessmaterial and cost 20 percent less than competitive PET containers. The companywas able to meet its sustainability commitment by choosing a lightweight,recyclable bottle that significantly reduced freight costs.

Active hinge technology incorporates a design thatelevates hot fill (185F) bottle options to a new level. Amcor's technique makesuse of horizontal hinges which exhibit vertical movement and absorb the vacuumas the liquid cools. This technology creates a look and feel that approachesthat of a straight wall container. The active hinges provide high radialstiffness and give the 31.4-g container excellent top load strength. Inaddition, the bottles are durable, dent resistant and exhibit strong stackingcapability.

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