Rapids Paper + Packaging expands ECOVA barrier paper line for flexible packaging
Rapids Paper + Packaging has commercially launched an expanded ECOVA Barrier line of heat-sealable, moisture-barrier papers aimed at replacing plastic in flexible packaging formats. The papers use the company's patented Paperlock technology and run on existing form-fill-seal and pouching equipment, and are available as rollstock or premade pouches. The company will showcase the range at PACK EXPO International in Chicago, 18-21 October 2026.
Why this mattersDrop-in paper barrier stock that runs on existing flexible packaging lines lowers the switching cost for brands moving away from plastic film.
- ECOVA Barrier achieves a moisture vapor transmission rate below 0.7g/100 in2/day (<10g/m2/day).
- The line uses patented Paperlock technology for heat sealability.
- Compatible with vertical and horizontal form-fill-seal equipment and pouching lines.
- Available as rollstock or premade pouches with flexible minimum order quantities.
- Rapids Paper + Packaging is based in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
- The company will present the platform at PACK EXPO International, Chicago, 18-21 October 2026.