Berry Global Unveils State-of-the-Art Circular Innovation and Training Center in Tulsa
Berry Global has taken a major step toward advancing sustainability and performance in packaging with the launch of its Circular Innovation and Training Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This cutting-edge 12,000-square-foot facility is designed to revolutionize stretch film technology, accelerate product development, and provide hands-on training to industry professionals.
A Hub for Circular Packaging Innovation
The new center will serve as a powerhouse for next-generation stretch film solutions, combining advanced material science, engineering expertise, and sustainability-driven design. It will also provide a collaborative space for training and education, ensuring that industry partners can better understand and implement the latest advancements in circular packaging.
"Now more than ever, access to premium films with tailored performance and circularity benefits is critical for our distributors," said Phil Stolz, EVP & General Manager for Flexibles. "This center is an investment in education, technology, and sustainability, helping our customers navigate the complexities of the flexible packaging market and uncover new possibilities.”
Advancing Sustainable Stretch Films
Stretch films—lightweight plastic wraps that secure and protect products during shipment—play a vital role in reducing product damage, waste, and carbon footprints. Berry’s new center is poised to transform the industry with its Bmore Circular Solutions, a range of ultra-high-performance films designed for:
✔ Increased recycled content – Keeping plastic in the economy and out of the environment
✔ Material downgauging – Using less raw material without compromising strength
✔ Lower carbon footprint – Reducing greenhouse gas emissions through energy-efficient production
State-of-the-Art Testing & Training
Equipped with cutting-edge film evaluation tools, the center will conduct in-depth research on stretch film performance. This includes analyzing properties such as thickness, elongation, tensile strength, puncture resistance, and cling force, ensuring that Berry’s films deliver superior load integrity and stability.
Beyond innovation, the facility will function as a training hub, offering immersive courses for distributors on topics like:
📌 Stretch Film 101 – Fundamentals of stretch film technology
📌 Wrapping Dynamics & Optimization – Techniques to maximize efficiency
📌 Benefits of Berry’s Ultra and Premium Circular Films – Unlocking sustainability advantages
📌 Partnership Building – Strengthening relationships within the packaging industry
Paving the Way for a More Sustainable Future
With the launch of the Circular Innovation and Training Center, Berry Global reinforces its commitment to the circular economy, ensuring that packaging solutions are more efficient, sustainable, and high-performing than ever before. This groundbreaking initiative marks an exciting chapter for the flexible packaging industry—one where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand.
