Meet PrimeVent.
From crop to cup, the coffee industry is on a mission to reduce its carbon footprint, without sacrificing bean quality. PrimeVent® is a unique alternative to weld-on degassing valves — a fully recyclable, pre-applied, oil-free solution that ensures a longer shelf life and superior coffee flavor. The patented venting technology features advanced laser processing techniques and a pressure-sensitive vent that automatically releases gases from the packaging.
Bold innovation for better coffee
The Benefits.
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Superior Performance
Our laser-enabled, multilayered vent structure locks in coffee flavor and aroma, while locking out oxygen and water vapors.
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Operational Efficiency
PrimeVent comes pre-applied in a roll stock, removing the labor of assembling multiple components.
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Sustainable Packaging
PrimeVent’s lightweight, compact design uses 96% less plastic compared to a traditional plastic button valve.
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Design Flexibility
PrimeVent can be integrated into a variety of packaging designs, and placed anywhere on the bag.
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Shared Commitment to Flavor
Did you know a traditional valve is the weakest part of the bag? PrimeVent protects the aromatics and taste roasters work so hard to achieve.
“The introduction of this vent technology has revolutionized the taste and aroma of coffee, marking a significant breakthrough. Coupled with its reduced plastic usage and the convenience of pre-vent packaging rolls, it has established a new benchmark in the post pack coffee degassing process.”
— Justin Metcalf, World Barista Judge
FAQs
What are the operational advantages to PrimeVent?
With PrimeVent, you gain the added convenience of working with one supplier—our turnkey solution eliminates the need to source various components from multiple vendors.
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✓Package immediately after roasting
✓Remove capital equipment expenses, valve inventory, and long-term valve contracts
✓Decrease setup time, downtime, and maintenance costs
✓Save up to 20% of film per package
✓Improve production throughput and overall efficiencies
✓Cut labor costs
✓Increase capacity by enabling any available vertical form-fill-seal machine
How can PrimeVent be implemented?
We understand all coffee shops and roasters have different capacities and facilities, so we are happy to offer four different options for implementing PrimeVent.
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Engage FlexPak Services for product development
Buy pre-made coffee bags or pouches from FlexPak
Buy film with PrimeVent pre-applied from FlexPak
Work with FlexPak to incorporate PrimeVent into your packaging supply chain
“With PrimeVent degassing vent, coffee roasters can meet the recyclability thresholds and still protect the bean without compromising oxygen, moisture, and light.”
